Stigma Health, an online sexual health clinic in Australia, has been named the Official Sexual Health Partner of SXhibition Melbourne 2026 and the Presenting Sponsor of the SX ED Stage. This partnership aims to promote sexual wellness and education within the adult industry and the broader community.

SXhibition Melbourne 2026 Partnership Details

The SXhibition Melbourne 2026 event is scheduled to take place at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from September 18–20. The event is described as a B2C gathering designed to bring together creators, brands, educators, performers, and retailers to celebrate sexual wellness, relationships, and pleasure. Stigma Health, identified as Australia's largest online sexual health clinic, will serve as the Official Sexual Health Partner for this event.

As part of its role, Stigma Health will also be the Presenting Sponsor of the SX ED Stage. This stage is planned to feature educators, healthcare professionals, creators, and industry experts. Discussions on the SX ED Stage will cover topics such as sexual wellness, STI testing and prevention, relationships, consent, pleasure, communication, and modern intimacy. The three-day event is projected to include more than 100 exhibitors and attract over 6,000 attendees.

Belinda Gavin, Director of SXhibition, stated that a primary goal has been to remove the stigma surrounding sexual health. Gavin also noted that the partnership with Stigma Health aligns with the belief that education empowers individuals to make informed decisions regarding their bodies, relationships, and wellbeing. Gavin added that the collaboration aims to foster conversations that Australians deserve to have, and that sexual health should not be awkward, embarrassing, or difficult to access. Bringing Stigma Health to SXhibition is intended to help thousands of Australians feel more comfortable asking questions, getting tested, and taking control of their health.

Stigma Health's Broader Industry Engagement

This partnership with SXhibition Melbourne 2026 follows other initiatives by Stigma Health to support the health and wellbeing of the adult entertainment industry. Stigma Health has also partnered with Australia's Adult Industry Choice Awards. James Sneddon, Co-founder and CEO of Stigma Health, stated that as a leading online healthcare provider of STI testing and treatment, the organization is proud to partner with the Adult Industry Choice Awards, aligning with its mission of breaking down stigmas by making sexual health "sexy."

Holly of the Adult Choice Awards noted that Stigma Health is a trusted name in healthcare and that their expertise and commitment to providing discreet and comprehensive care will benefit the community. Holly also stated that Stigma Health is the provider of choice for the Adult Choice Awards organization and many of its members. The Adult Choice Awards is an event that recognizes excellence in adult entertainment across Australia. The collaboration between Stigma Health and the Adult Choice Awards aims to ensure the safety and well-being of award night guests, sex-workers, performers, and crew, fostering a supportive environment for all in the industry and sexually active individuals in Australia.

Stigma Health operates as an online sexual health screening service, requiring appointments and offering mixed billing, with bulk billing available under certain conditions where fees may apply. The service is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The organization can be contacted via phone at 1300 479 023 or email at [email protected].

Sexual Health Context in Victoria

The Department of Health in Victoria funds and supports various local and statewide services addressing blood-borne viruses and sexually transmissible infections. The objectives of this work include reducing the incidence, prevalence, and burden of these infections, promoting access to prevention, screening, treatment, care, and support services, and improving literacy about sexual health and sexually transmissible infections. Other goals involve reducing stigma and discrimination related to sexual health and blood-borne viruses, strengthening Victoria's response through integrated service delivery, and driving innovative, contemporary, and evidence-based approaches for policy and programmatic responses.

The Victorian sexual and reproductive health and viral hepatitis strategy 2022–30 provides the overarching direction for prevention, screening/testing, treatment, and care in Victoria. The department also collaborates with stakeholders to implement national and Victorian strategies and legislation to encourage sexual health and manage blood-borne viruses and sexually transmitted infections. The World Health Organization defines sexual health as "a state of physical, emotional, mental and social wellbeing related to sexuality," requiring a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, along with the possibility of pleasurable and safe sexual experiences free of coercion, discrimination, and violence.

Key Facts

  • Stigma Health is Australia's largest online sexual health clinic.
  • Stigma Health is the Official Sexual Health Partner of SXhibition Melbourne 2026.
  • SXhibition Melbourne 2026 will take place from September 18–20 at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.
  • Stigma Health is the Presenting Sponsor of the SX ED Stage at SXhibition Melbourne 2026.
  • Belinda Gavin is the Director of SXhibition.
  • Stigma Health has also partnered with Australia's Adult Industry Choice Awards.