National Coalition for Sexual Freedom

APEX Kink Karnival 2022
2022-11-12 10:00 - 16:00 UTC
NCSF will exhibit at Karnival on November 12, 2022 from 10am-4pm!
Join us and enjoy Vendors, Try-it stations, Food and FUN!

The Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality 2022 Conference
2022-11-03 12:00 - 2022-11-06 12:00 UTC
Susan Wright presents Community-based Research in Underserved Populations: Kink and Consensual Non-monogamy on Sunday Nov 6th as the closing plenary of the SSSS 2022 Conference. Virtual registrations are available.
Founded in 1957, The Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality continues to grow and expand, in both membership numbers and in diversity of scientific topics, theories, and methods represented. We have an exciting lineup of research as well as educational and therapeutic initiatives that demonstrate the intellectual diversity of SSSS. This year’s program features over 50 on-demand presentations in the virtual format, as well as 235 in-person talks, symposia, continuing education workshops, and poster presentations for attendees to enjoy.

Kinky Kollege Homecoming
2022-10-14 13:00 - 2022-10-16 12:00 UTC
Visit the NCSF table at Kinky Kollege Homecoming!

The Blip Blast! at Baltimore Playhouse
2022-10-08 20:00 - 23:00 UTC
A special fundraising party to benefit NCSF – come as your favorite Avenger movie character! Half of all door fees go directly to NSCF.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
2022-10-01
October is Sexual Assault Awareness Month – If you’re experiencing abuse within a kink or non-monogamy dynamic, NCSF has a directory of Kink and Polyamory Aware professionals (KAP) for you to get help. www.kapprofessionals.org

The Race Bannon Advocacy Award at Folsom Street Fair
2022-09-25 16:30 - 17:00 UTC
NCSF Board Member Russell J. Stambaugh and former Board Member Race Bannon will present the 2022 Race Bannon Advocacy Award to Janet Hardy in a ceremony on the Rope Stage at Folsom Street Fair from 4:45-5 PM Pacific.

Virtual NCSF Got Consent for Kink? (What is LEGAL?) - South Jersey Power Exchange and MAsT:Edgewater Park Discussion Group
2022-09-25 12:30 - 14:30 (America/Halifax)
Virtual & Possibly Hybrid (In-Person) Mtg: Susan Wright, NCSF- Got Consent for Kink? (What is LEGAL?) – South Jersey Power Exchange and MAsT:Edgewater Park Discussion Group – Sept 25th, Fourth Sunday, 12:30 PM Easern

Kinky Queer Weekend
2022-09-16 14:00 - 2022-09-18 16:00 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk)
Come join us for the digital return of Kinky Queer Weekend! A weekend for queers of every flavor of the TLGBQ rainbow, and those who want to build community with us. We are proud to center people who are often found on the edges of the community.
NCSF will presents Got Consent? on Saturday, September 17 at Noon Easter / 9 am Pacific.

Midnight at Dawn - Sudbury, Ontario
2022-09-10
Visit the NCSF table at Midnight at Dawn in Sudbury, Ontario!

Sex Down South
2022-09-08 08:00 - 2022-09-10 23:30 UTC
Visit the NCSF table at Sex Down South!

Writer of O Event & NCSF Fundraiser: Open to the 18+ Community APEX - Arizona Power Exchange
2022-09-04 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver)
As Coalition Partners, during NCSF’s Consent month (ncsfreedom.org) we are hosting a fundraiser on September 4 at 1 pm. This event will be free to the community and as such we will be asking for donations during the screening (before, during, and after!).
APEX will match whatever amount you all donate, up to $500, as our contribution to the event. An anonymous donor has covered the costs of the event, while APEX has offered to host.
The director, Pola Rapaport has agreed to join us online for the event and answer questions as part of a discussion after the screening. https://www.polarapaport.com/

September is Consent Month!
2022-09-01 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Taking a positive approach to consent! Consent Month embraces the freedom of expression achieved when informed consent is present. Join us in holding your own event or workshop during the month of September that highlights the importance of consent.

Woodhull Sexual Freedom Summit
2022-08-04 08:00 - 2022-08-07 17:00 UTC
Visit NCSF’s table at Woodhull’s Sexual Freedom Summit!

American Psychological Association Convention
2022-08-04 08:00 - 2022-08-06 17:00 UTC
The APA will be at the Minneapolis Convention Center from August 4-6. Visit Booth #1305 to see NCSF!

Show Me Leather
2022-07-29 17:00 - 2022-07-30 23:00 UTC
Visit the NCSF table at Show Me Leather and get all your questions answered!

Consent Fest
2022-07-16 08:00 - 18:00 UTC
Attend NCSF’s Consent workshop at 3:30 Pacific!

TES Fest
2022-07-01 11:00 - 2022-07-04 17:00 UTC
Visit the NCSF table at TES Fest!

Virtual NCSF Consent to Kink Workshop for Albany Power Exchange (APEX)
2022-06-26 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
First there was SSC, then RACK, now… EPP – Explicit Prior Permission for consent to kink! The NCSF’s Consent Counts project has succeeded in decriminalizing BDSM in the new Model Penal Code on Sexual Assault, which was approved in June 2021. This new legal framework is groundbreaking because BDSM, even when consensual, might still be violating your state law. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to legally get consent for BDSM and sex, as well as how the Consent Counts project achieved this effort. We’ll also discuss the ways the stigma of criminalization has impacted our communities, driving us to self-regulate, and the NCSF resources that are available to help you and your group deal with consent violations. www.ncsfreedom.org

NYC Pridefest
2022-06-26 11:00 - 18:00 UTC
Sunday June 26, 11AM to 6PM Eastern
Visit the NCSF booth on E12th, immediately West of 4th Avenue!

SELF
2022-06-16 11:00 - 2022-06-19 17:00 UTC
Visit the NCSF table at SouthEast Leatherfest, and attend Bebe’s consent workshop to learn more about Explicit Prior Permission!

NCSF Celebrates Pride Month!
2022-06-01
Join NCSF in celebrating Pride Month in June!

Naughty Revival
2021-11-13
Conference in MN with education, play space, entertainment, shopping and an NCSF fundraiser!

APEX - Navigating Consent for the Older Generations
2021-09-27 22:00 - 23:30 UTC
HYBRID MONDAY NIGHT PROGRAM-OPEN TO THE 18+ COMMUNITY
The world is changing fast, and our community is growing exponentially. Sometimes keeping up can be really hard. Our vocabulary and our need for diversity have all changed rapidly. Consent looks very different these days than it did 20, 10, and even 5 years ago. While these changes are for the good of everyone, sometimes it is difficult to change with the times, and be as supportive, nurturing, and sensitive to everyone else’s needs as we need to be.
Everyone’s way is the right way at APEX, but these new challenges bring new mistakes (or misunderstanding, or less success?), and lack of understanding brings insensitivity. Just when you thought you could safely and respectfully speak to everyone, the goal post moves.
Tonight we will talk about some survival tools for those of us not blessed with the millennial ability to know the right thing. Specifically we will address:
Why things keep changing, and why it can be so hard
How we adapt to important changes in the greater world, and how it’s easier to adapt to change in this world than it may seem
How to keep up with what “respectful” means today
How to adapt to our new world and embrace those around you
How to support diversity in new ways
How to stay aware and “keep sharp” in our continuously changing environment
How you still get to be you, while allowing everyone else to be them

Consent Academy - Creating Consent Policy
2021-09-25 10:30 - 13:30 UTC
Consent Policy is your organization’s statement for people about how consent should be practiced in your space and during your events. It’s essentially the informed consent you give people so they know what the expectations and assumptions are. And, it lets people know what happens when those expectations are broken. Simple concept. Complex execution. This workshop provides a template for creating a basic consent policy. We’ll talk about best practices, things to watch out for, and templates for policy creation. We’ll even build an example policy together. If your organization doesn’t have a written consent policy, or yours is out of date, take this class.
3 Hour Online Zoom Workshop with Q&A throughout. Handouts and Zoom link will be emailed on the morning of the workshop.

Consent Academy - How Do I Know if I'm Ready to Consent?
2021-09-23 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
Consent is more than saying “yes” or “no” to something. We first need to know if we want it; if we’re ready to even consider moving forward. For some, this is easy. For others of us, it’s not, and it gets more complicated all the time. This is true around issues of sex, sexuality, and relationships. And it’s just as true around issues of work, parenting, friendships, and many other parts of life.
Join our consent experts as we discuss ways to explore the internal questions around consent. We’ll look at how you can know when you’re ready to move forward, ways you can clarify when you’re not, and what to do if you can’t make up your mind. We’ll explore how to engage better communication and strategies for telling people when you’re not ready. And we’ll look at the tricky parts of moving from being unsure to either stating your boundaries or giving affirmative consent.
This class is for everyone, but especially those who have ever wondered if they’re ready to move forward with something.

APEX - Communication and Negotiations
2021-09-20 19:00 - 23:30 UTC
HYBRID MONDAY NIGHT PROGRAM-OPEN TO THE ENTIRE 18+ COMMUNITY
Lifestyle folks sometimes seem to speak another language. What works in the mainstream world is sometimes demonized in the lifestyle. How do you approach people? How do you ask someone to play? How do you effectively negotiate when you don’t have years of experience? Learn some tools to help you navigate the lifestyle language to include: How to approach someone and introduce yourself, avoiding the landmines of negotiation, a working vocabulary of the BDSM alphabet soup, how consent definitions and our play negotiations changes with the new Model Penal Code and other effective communication tools.
You will get to see some role played negotiations to help you with the vocabulary to communicate boundaries/limits/wants. You will also get some real-world information on the different ways a negotiation can be structured so you can choose the method most comfortable for you.

Consent Academy - Consent Chat
2021-09-19 11:00 - 13:00 UTC
In these monthly discussions we explore the current state of consent culture through a facilitated discussion (never recorded). Please come prepared to share what the practice of consent is like for your community, in your relationships, and within your own body; how consent is affirmed; and how consent violations are handled. Or come just to witness the discussion and learn more about our philosophy. We hope that by providing an open forum potential pathways for growth will be revealed, supportive connections will be made, and steps toward consent culture will be taken.
Anyone of open mind is welcome to attend. Donations are appreciated, but not required.

Consent Academy - Consent Advocates: Training & Use
2021-09-18 10:30 - 13:30 UTC
A Consent Advocate is a person who steps in and supports someone involved in a consent incident. They’re rarely professionals, just people with training who can offer practiced support when things go wrong. It’s not an easy role, but it makes a huge difference in how an organization or group gets through a consent incident. Having a consent advocate, ideally two, on hand will reduce the overall stress, speed healing, and improve outcomes. This workshop covers the basics of what it means to be a Consent Advocate: what it is, how you do it, why it’s worth doing, and the difficulties that come along with it. We will practice the skills of bystander intervention and emotional/psychological first aid. Both things you’ll need to provide support for people who have experienced harm.

Consent Academy - Consent Basics
2021-09-16 18:00 - 19:30 UTC
A monthly introduction to what Consent is and how to work with it. 1 Hour with 30 minutes of Q&A

APEX - Consent Counts: Decriminalizing BDSM
2021-09-13 22:00 - 23:30 (Asia/Karachi)
This is APEX’s virtual Monday Night program that is open to the entire 18+ community.
In June, the American Law Institute (ALI) approved the revised Model Penal Code on Sexual Assault, which decriminalizes BDSM activities in connection with sexual penetration, oral sex or sexual contact. Join us as we provide information on the new consent definitions for sex and for BDSM, as well as how the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom’s (NCSF) Consent Counts project achieved this effort. We’ll also discuss how the stigma of criminalization has impacted our communities, and have lots of time for questions.
