Pineapple Support is proud to announce its 5th Annual Mental Health Summit, “Connected: Navigating the Ties That Shape Us,” taking place online from December 16-19, 2024. The summit will delve into the complex relationship dynamics—romantic, family, work, and self—faced by those working in the adult industry, with a special focus on content creators.
Each day will begin with a 60-minute presentation at 10 AM PST (1 PM EST / 7 PM CET), followed by a 60-minute moderated panel discussion at 11 AM PST (2 PM EST / 8 PM CET). Attendees will gain insights from mental healthcare professionals, industry leaders, and host Laura Desiree, a Certified Intimacy Coordinator, Pleasure Educator, and Activist with over a decade of experience in the adult industry.
Daily Topics & Presenters:
· Day 1 (Dec 16): Romantic Relationships – “Being Your Best Self in Romantic Relationships” presented by Tess Kilwein. This session will define romantic relationships, explore different relationship orientations, and discuss common challenges, communication strategies, and the intricacies of maintaining mental wellness in the adult industry.
Panelists: Tess Kilwein, Danny D, Alice Lovegood, Reed Amber and Colton Reece
· Day 2 (Dec 17): Family Relationships – “Family Ties: Navigating Relationships in the Adult Industry” presented by Jasmine Johnson. Attendees will explore the evolving meaning of family, the complexities of familial connections, and insights on fostering mental wellness and support within these unique relationships.
Panelists: Jasmine Johnson, Demora Avarice, Lotus Lane and Reagan Foxx
· Day 3 (Dec 18): Work Relationships – “Work Friends (with Benefits): Creating and Maintaining Professional Relationships” presented by Nigel Cook. This session will highlight strategies for professional communication, boundary setting, accountability, and maintaining a healthy work environment, followed by performer insights.
Panelists: Nigel Cook, Ana Foxx, Dillon Diaz and Erika Love
· Day 4 (Dec 19): Relationship with Self – “Curating a Life of Emergent Wellness” presented by Doc L.A. McCrae and Tanisha A. McCrae. Participants will learn tools to cultivate a healthier relationship with themselves through interactive experiences designed to enhance authenticity, stability, and secure emotional attachments.
Panelists: Doc L.A. McCrae, Tanisha A. McCrae, Natassia Dreams, Aril Flores and Sir Peter
This year’s summit is generously sponsored by Pornhub, FeelHubX, C4S, StripChat, Friends2Follow, Fan Shop, CAM4, and Feetfix. Their support underlines a shared commitment to promoting mental health and well-being within the adult industry.
“As a proud sponsor of the summit ‘Navigating the Ties That Shape Us,’ organized by Pineapple Support, we reaffirm our commitment to the well-being of our creators,” said Jean-Micheal at F2F. “Since the beginning of our company, we have supported this essential initiative, helping to create a safe space where creators can gain valuable insights and feel supported in their unique journeys. By placing mental health at the center and making it a topic of open discussion, we continue to strengthen our connected relationship with our creators.”
“At FeelHubX, we are passionately committed to enhancing the well-being and success of adult creators,” said Kylie Marco, Community Manager at FeelHubX. “Partnering with Pineapple Support for the 2024 Mental Health Summit is a natural extension of our mission, allowing us to address the unique relationship dynamics within the industry. We are thrilled to contribute to this important dialogue and to continue building a community where every creator feels supported and valued.”
“At Stripchat, we care deeply about the well-being of our talent, who are the heart and soul of everything we do,” said Chase Straight, Head of Brand Marketing at Stripchat. “Supporting important events like the 2024 Mental Health Summit is a privilege for us.”
“We are immensely grateful to our sponsors, speakers, and attendees who make this event possible,” said Leya Tanit, Founder and CEO of Pineapple Support. “Their support allows us to foster open conversations about mental health, strengthening the community’s ability to navigate complex relationship dynamics. We believe this will be our best summit to date, and we’re excited to empower industry members with the knowledge, resources, and connections they need to thrive.”
Registration & More Information:
The 2024 Mental Health Summit will be held entirely online. To learn more about the event, view the full schedule, and register, please visit: https://pineapplesummit.org
Pineapple Support was founded by performer Leya Tanit in 2018, after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses. The organization, a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States, has connected over 14,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling, and emotional support.
To learn more about becoming a sponsor of Pineapple Support, please visit https://pineapplesupport.org/sponsorship. Details about additional ways to support, as a company or individual, can be found on the organization’s website https://pineapplesupport.org
