Category: Media Outreach

SupChina In 2010, the then-53-year-old bespectacled academic became the face of Chinese swinging when he was arrested for “group licentiousness.” Although one of 22 charged, it was Ma’s refusal to quietly roll over and plead guilty, coupled with his professorial status, that made him a cause célèbre; it was thusly …

The Daily Dot For polyamorous communities to become more accepting, organizers need to look to the inclusivity and discussions created on these blogs. They need to create groups and meetups without the idea of what the polyamorous community “should” or “is expected” to look like. The idea that polyamory is …

Huffington Post Eventually, I realized, wow, I’m emotionally invested in my clients. They’re getting this safe space. The ways that patriarchy impacts men, they can’t really be submissive in a lot of contexts. They come to me looking for a safe space to explore the parts of them that may …

Hollywood Reporter Ana’s newfound playfulness is thanks, in part, to Johnson. Critics across the board agreed that the lead actress’ performance is the film’s only redeemable quality. Peter Travers from Rolling Stone writes that the action-packed plot “does give Johnson — a clever actress who deserves much better — a …

Elite Daily “[Ask yourself questions like] What are the goals of each of you in this BDSM relationship. Is it 24/7? Is it habitual? Are you both aware and respecting of your boundaries and intentions? Have you communicated your needs before and after play or scenes?” advises Jean. “There are …

Cal Alumni – UC Berkeley Now, Schechinger is leading an effort to get the American Psychological Association to create a task force on CNM relationships as part of the APA’s Division 44 (also known as the Society for the Psychological Study of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Issues). Division 44’s …

Bustle If you’re looking to branch out with your partner, start by talking about your fantasies and go from there. “When I have dated people who feel that I’m kinkier than they are, we start with their fantasies and build from there,” Vincent says. So start by just trying to …

San Diego City Beat If a structured class doesn’t suit, just a little open-mindedness can go a long way. “Those in the BDSM community are some of the best communicators and the most versed in boundaries and consent, and caring for their partner’s needs,” says Fokos. “It would be amazing …

BBC The Open Photo Project aims to reduce stigma about consensual non-monogamous relationships. There are many different relationship types which fall under the heading of ethical, consensual non-monogamy but at the heart of it all parties have agreed that each may have romantic and/or sexual relationships with other partners. In …