Dr. Shipley-Gates' research places eroticism in conversation with Black feminism, public health, and digital humanities. Specifically, her work explores digital erotic cultural production as a form of Black feminist resistance against sexual oppression to address sexual health disparities among
Black girls, women, and femmes.

Dr. Shipley-Gates prioritizes speaking, writing,
collaborative, and media opportunities focused on the following research topics:
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Digital Resistance as Sexual Health Praxis
Black Female Sexuality in Popular Culture
Sexual & Reproductive Justice
Erotic Expression in Digital Spaces
Pleasure-Based Sexual Health Education​​
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She works with the following audiences:
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Digital Media/Tech
Non-profit Organizations
Academia
Community Events
Colleges and Universities
Healthcare