University Presentations

Jean Franzblau is a consent-positive speaker who walks her talk. When she realized how important hugs were to her emotional wellbeing, she founded Cuddle Sanctuary, a training organization which certifies people to be cuddle therapists and group cuddle event leaders. When there was a need in Hollywood for consent experts to support actors shooting intimate scenes, Jean was there.

Jean has presented at conferences on both coasts and for audiences around the country and abroad. She’s known for her fun, upbeat style honed by her years in corporate training and the performing arts. Jean graduated cum laude with a B.A. in Communications from UCLA. You can find her writing in The Consent Guidebook and her blog. Jean has been featured on Good Mythical Morning, BuzzFeed, Comedy Central, Rolling Stone, and more.

All of Jean’s programs can be delivered virtually or in person. Her leadership is trauma-informed, respectful of disability, LGBTQ+ affirming and inclusive.

“Jean’s events are the best way to teach consent that I’ve ever seen. And so much fun!” – Maya Novak-Herzog, Education Coordinator – UC Santa Cruz