Scroll down the page to discover the different layers of the Cliterate model. Click on the labels to reveal further information about each anatomical element. Scroll down the page to discover the different layers of the Cliterate model. Click on the labels to reveal further information about each anatomical element. Vulva Basics Clitoral hood Clitoris Labia majora Labia minora Urethra Vagina Pubic hair Perineum Anus Click the labels Pelvic bone Clitoris Urethra Vagina Click the labels Back to Quiz Clitoris Body Glans Bulbs Crura Click the labels

In a world fuelled by online opinions and more misinformation than we’ve ever seen before, looking to evidence based research is essential. It’s alarming to learn that “in Australia, between January 2011 and December 2021, 23.5% of vulvoplasty and labiaplasty procedures were performed on girls and women aged 25 years and under”. 1 Let’s talk about Labia Diversity In a world fuelled by online opinions and more misinformation than we’ve ever seen before, looking to evidence based research is essential. It’s alarming to learn that “in Australia, between January 2011 and December 2021, 23.5% of vulvoplasty and labiaplasty procedures were performed on girls and women aged 25 years and under”. 1 So, what is the labia minora? Labia minora comes in countless shapes, sizes, colours, and textures. This body part is as unique as a fingerprint and as distinct as a face. Labia minora 2 Can be long or short, wrinkled or smooth, dark or light More common to protrude More common to be asymmetrical Has a role in sexual pleasure (it has erectile tissue) Protects the vagina from drying out and funnels the urine stream from the urethra Back to Quiz Media representation of “normal” Societal pressures, fuelled by media and cultural taboos, often turn this natural diversity into a source of insecurity. Media rarely represents labia realistically, and when they do appear, they’re often altered to fit a narrow, unrealistic standard. In fact, Australian media laws (Guidelines for the Classification of Publications 2005 3 ) state the following for unrestricted publications: Realistic depictions of sexualised nudity should not be high in impact. Realistic depictions may contain discreet genital detail but there should be no genital emphasis. Prominent and/or frequent realistic depictions of sexualised nudity containing genitalia will not be permitted. Cultural silence adds to this issue, leaving many to question if they’re “normal.” Cosmetic procedures like labiaplasty have further reinforced harmful ideas about how labia should look, perpetuating the idea that some appearances are preferable over others. The result? Some people feel self-conscious or dissatisfied with their anatomy, even when there’s nothing medically or functionally wrong. This can impact body image, intimacy, and overall confidence. But we can change this narrative by embracing education, challenging societal norms, and celebrating the natural diversity of our bodies. Further info The Labia Library The Labia Library is an initiative of Women’s Health Victoria (WHV), an independent, feminist, not-for-profit women’s health promotion, advocacy and support service with a proud history of more than 30 years. Visit website The Vagina Museum The world's first bricks and mortar museum dedicated to vulvas – founded with the intention of busting the stigma of the gynaecological anatomy and be part of a societal shift from bodily shame to celebration. Visit website References: 1. Australian Government, Department of Health, Medicare Item Report, accessed June 2022. 2. Hayes, Jennifer A., and Meredith J. Temple-Smith. “What is the anatomical basis of labiaplasty? A review of normative datasets for female anatomy”. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (2020). 3. Australian Government, Federal Register of Legislation.

Since launching in 2023, the Cliterate model is now used in numerous education settings, including medical clinics, allied health clinics, sexual health and family planning centres, schools and universities. In Practice Downloads and Courses Sexual Health Labia Diversity Free Labia Diversity PDF Download Cut-out Activity: History of the Clitoris Timeline Free Activity Sheet Download Non-engorged Clitoris Illustration Sheet Free Sheet to display to clients – draw on it, colour it! Download Engorged Clitoris Illustration Sheet Free Sheet to display to clients – draw on it, colour it! Download Schools & Universities Labia Diversity Download the free Labia Diversity PDF Download Cut-out Activity: History of the Clitoris Timeline Download this free Activity Sheet Download Non-engorged Clitoris Illustration Sheet Download this free Sheet to display to clients – draw on it, colour it! Download Engorged Clitoris Illustration Sheet Download this free Sheet to display to clients – draw on it, colour it! Download Allied Health Labia Diversity Download the free Labia Diversity PDF Download Cut-out Activity: History of the Clitoris Timeline Download this free Activity Sheet Download Engorged Clitoris Illustration Sheet Download this free Sheet to display to clients – draw on it, colour it! Download Non-engorged Clitoris Illustration Sheet Download this free Sheet to display to clients – draw on it, colour it! Download Medical Practitioners Labia Diversity Download the free Labia Diversity PDF Download How Cliterate supports Patients and Medical Practitioners Read about how other practitioners use the model in pratice. Download Cut-out Activity: History of the Clitoris Timeline Download this free Activity Sheet Download Non-engorged Clitoris Illustration Sheet Download this free Sheet to display to clients – draw on it, colour it! Download Engorged Clitoris Illustration Sheet Download this free Sheet to display to clients – draw on it, colour it! Download Perimenopause Perimenopause Checklist – Large Image Format This checklist can be used as a guide to identify whether you might be experiencing symptoms of perimenopause. Download Perimenopause Checklist – Condensed Format This checklist can be used as a guide to identify whether you might be experiencing symptoms of perimenopause. Download Perimenopause Checklist – Small Image Format This checklist can be used as a guide to identify whether you might be experiencing symptoms of perimenopause. Download Since launching in 2023, the Cliterate model is now used in numerous education settings, including medical clinics, allied health clinics, sexual health and family planning centres, schools and universities. Cliterate can help educate patients and students about: Vulva anatomy education Sex education Sex therapy Pelvic pain Self-collected pap smears Perinatal Care Menopause and perimenopause Skin conditions affecting the vulva STI’s and STD’s Participate We will continue to create resources to support the model in practice including downloadable guides and short courses. Please contact us if you have any suggestions. Suggestions ‘Often patients can’t conceptualise what’s going on with their own anatomy because they don’t know what their anatomy looks like, so then the unknown can be scary. I use the model to show the distribution of the dermatitis and explain: “this is where you put the ointment”. General Practitioner, Melbourne Australia

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