* An *ASSFEST S25 Rim e****vent - see* here for ALL the juicy details! ***

Feminization as a BDSM concept has been through many changes in the past decades as our understanding and experiences of gender and sexuality evolve. How do we engage with this practice in a safe, sane and consensual way?

We’ll discuss the importance of communication, consent and respect in Feminization play, while still being able to engage authentically and intentionally with this practice. The evolution of gender roles in different cultural contexts will be explored, examining stereotypes and how it has shaped our triggers and shame responses.

By considering our individual & interactive ethical viewpoints for making informed, responsible and respectful decisions in BDSM power dynamics, we can develop frameworks that will shape authentic and powerful narratives for play that adhere to our principles and best practices.

Key Topics

Consent and Communication
Negotiation and Boundaries/limits/ safe words.
Evolution of gender roles, Triggers and shame, Feminine myths and stereotypes
Developing ethical frameworks to play with Feminization
Aftercare: Prioritizing aftercare and emotional support for top and bottom.

*** Mistress Danielle will also be presenting 'Kidnapping: Captive & Power Dynamics' at the ASSFEST S25 Immersion weekend.***

🍑 LOGISTICS 🍑

TICKETING

GENERAL ADMISSION $80 / IMMERSION ATTENDEES $65

This event is part of the ASSFEST S25 Rim Festival. Attendees of the ASSFEST S25 Immersion Weekend receive discounted tickets to this and other events between the 29th of August and the 7th of September. Explore our schedule here!

>>> WEEKEND IMMERSION 06.09 + 07.09 TICKETS <<<

ZipPay & AfterPay are available!

VENUE & ACCESSIBILITY

2PM - 4PM THURSDAY 4TH OF SEPTEMBER | A SPACE IN SYDNEY

There is a steep flight of stairs with 2 turns up into the workshop space of the venue, please reach out to us if this may be of concern to you so that we can provide more information! Inside the venue there are 3 steps leading down to the hallway to the kitchen area, and another 3 steps leading down into the kitchen space which leads to the bathroom.

TRANSPORT & PARKING

The venue is an few minutes walk from both buses and trams. There is limited untimed parking in the area. If you are a ticket holder and require a bit more detail on the transport options please reach out!

INCLUSIVITY & LIMITATIONS

As well as sex positivity, we love diversity & all curious & respectful 18+ humans are welcome.

*** THIS IS AN 18+ EVENT - YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO DISPLAY A VALID PHOTO ID ON THE DAY TO GAIN ENTRY ***

🍑 ABOUT MISTRESS DANIELLE 🍑

Mistress Danielle is a independent professional dominatrix and previously worked at the oldest BDSM dungeon in Melbourne. She is passionate about teaching and helping individuals explore their own sexuality in a safe space. Danielle has been on her own kink adventures around the world - she enjoyed her last international tour in 2024 playing in Hong Kong and Thailand, previously performed in the 10th Montreal Fetish weekend in Canada, worked with Serious Bondage in San Francisco and played professionally in London and Canada.

In Australia, she is proud to be working with her fellow Dommes at Coven parties. In 2025, she hosted the spanking station at the biggest queer party in Sydney &Melbourne - Unicorns. She was a panelist at the Demasque Magazine Fetish Forum sharing her thought on Sadism and masochism. Her written work has been featured in Demasque, Red Pocket Press (for queer POC) and Intro Room (SW pride fund raising). In 2023 she performed at Dark Spark, at kink play party ATOMICA, and was one of the finalists for Miss Melbourne Rubber.

Having professional scuba dive-master and rescue diver training has aided her to cultivate prudent BDSM play, which she incorporates into her classes. As a kinky queer poly person of colour, she is devoted to facilitate a space that is shame-free, ethical and playful for all gender expressions. Her other interests are: cats, coffee, and latex bondage.

🍑 ABOUT THE AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL OF SEXUALITY 🍑

The Australian School of Sexuality (ASS) is a collective of affiliated sex educators who've teamed up to support each other & increase public accessibility to sexuality education spaces. Please visit our website for a detailed look at our hosts, workshops & vision!

We welcome all feedback, questions & thoughts! Please get in touch via email.

Huge gratitude to our wonderful sponsors for believing in the possibilities of ASS!

Contact the host of ASSFest S25 Rim | Ethical Feminization in BDSM

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