Sexual and Reproductive Health Zone

Welcome to our Sexual and Reproductive Health page. We hope these resources support you as you advocate for others regarding their basic human needs and protect their sexual health rights. Scroll down to see our entire collection!

We started this page in January of 2026. We will be adding to it each month, but it will take us a bit of time to upload the resources we had from the past couple of years. Please check back regularly to see our progress!!!

May 2026

Outdated sex laws in the U.S.

Outdated sex laws in the U.S. often stem from puritanical morality or archaic gender roles, many of which are unenforceable due to Supreme Court rulings but remain on the books.

Outdated and Unenforceable Sex Laws

Sodomy Laws: Despite the 2003 Lawrence v. Texas ruling rendering them unenforceable, 12 states (including Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Mississippi) still have laws against oral or anal sex on their books.
Fornication and Cohabitation: Several states, including Idaho, Massachusetts, Mississippi, South Carolina, and Utah, still technically prohibit sexual intercourse between unmarried people. Florida law still officially bans cohabitation by unmarried couples.
Adultery: Adultery remains a class 3 misdemeanor in Arizona.
Sex Toy Restrictions: Alabama prohibits the commercial distribution of sex toys (vibrators).
Seduction Laws: South Carolina law allows for the punishment of "seduction under promise of marriage".

Archaic Gender and Morality Laws

Cleavage Coverage: A Cleveland ordinance prohibits women from showing too much cleavage.
Restrictions on Sexual Education: Mississippi has laws that ban teaching the principles of polygamy.
Birth Control Advertising: Massachusetts retains a law restricting the distribution of information regarding contraception.

Controversial Sexual Assault Laws

Revoking Consent: North Carolina has been criticized for laws that make it difficult for a person to revoke consent during a sexual act.
Parental Rights for Rapists: In some states, rapists can potentially claim parental rights over children conceived through rape, though 49 states have some form of restriction, leaving Minnesota as having no specific statutory provision terminating those rights automatically, relying instead on court discretion.

Apr. 2026

We Celebrate This List of Disability and Queer/Sexuality Activists!

Lydia X. Z. Brown: Attorney, writer, and educator focusing on neuroqueer intersectionality and surveillance.
Roy Jones: President of The Rainbow Alliance for The Deaf (RAD), supporting Deaf LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Spencer West: Public speaker addressing the intersection of queerness and disability.
Pat Parker: Lesbian poet and activist involved in Black Panther and feminist movements.
Bobbie Lea Bennett: Influential trans wheelchair user who campaigned for sexual health rights.
Aaron Rose Phillip: Queer, trans model with cerebral palsy challenging fashion industry standards.
Kenny Fries: Author and activist known for work on disability culture.
Connie Panzarino: Author, doctor, and activist for LGBTQ and disability rights.
Liam O'Dell: Deaf asexual journalist and campaigner.
Elle Rose (secretladyspider): YouTuber and writer focused on asexuality and neurodiversity.
Carson Tueller: Gay life coach with a spinal cord injury addressing sexual expression.
Junior Bishop: Black nonbinary activist and artist focusing on queer culture.
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Frida Kahlo: Artist who openly explored female sexuality, bisexual identity, and chronic pain.
Audre Lorde: Black lesbian feminist poet who addressed intersectional oppression.
Jane Addams: Lesbian suffragist, activist, and Nobel Peace Prize winner who lived with chronic health conditions.
Edith Cooper: Lesbian poet and writer who lived with rheumatism.
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Marsha P. Johnson & Sylvia Rivera: Founders of STAR, supporting LGBTQ+ people, including those experiencing forced psychiatric care.
Karen Thompson & Sharon Kowalski: Fought for legal guardianship rights for lesbians with disabilities.
Jazzie Collins: Trans activist and organizer in San Francisco.
Vilissa Thompson: Social worker, activist, and founder of the #DisabledGirlMagic movement.
Jillian Mercado: Model and founder of Black Disabled Creatives.

Mar. 2026

Top comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) curricula focus on age-appropriate, medically accurate information covering anatomy, consent, relationships, and reproductive health.

Here are top recommended, evidence-informed, or widely used comprehensive sexuality education curricula based on expert and community recommendations. Many of these programs prioritize inclusivity and, as discussed on Reddit and Facebook, are often chosen for being queer-inclusive and non-abstinence-only.

Our Whole Lives (OWL): A highly reputable, secular, and inclusive curriculum that focuses on values like self-worth, sexual health, responsibility, and justice.
3Rs: Rights, Respect, Responsibility: A free, comprehensive, K-12 curriculum aligned with National Sex Education Standards.
UN|HUSHED: A comprehensive, interactive, and inclusive K-12 curriculum that is available online.
Planned Parenthood Education Resources: Offers various evidence-based, age-appropriate programs (e.g., Get Real) that emphasize social-emotional skills.
Shine a Light (Formerly Maine Family Planning): Known for its age-appropriate, comprehensive curricula like Puberty Happens (grades 4-6).
Advocates for Youth (National Sex Education Standards): Provides a framework (NSES) that guides the development of comprehensive programs.
AMaze: Provides free, age-appropriate, and engaging short videos for middle schoolers, often used in conjunction with other curricula.
Stellar Sex Ed (RISE): Focuses on inclusive, non-judgmental education for youth and adults.
The Third Talk: Focuses specifically on educating youth about pornography and its impacts.
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Evidence-Based Strategies: Provides guidance on what works in school-based, comprehensive sex education.

These curricula emphasize healthy relationships, consent, and bodily autonomy, and are designed to be, in many cases, queer-inclusive.

Feb. 2026

These films focus on dismantling shame, prioritizing pleasure, and representing diverse sexual expressions.

Fire Island (2022): A queer romantic comedy praised for its unapologetic exploration of gay hookup culture and relationships.
Love Lies Bleeding (2024): A stylish thriller featuring a central queer romance that is both intense and sexually empowering.
Babygirl (2024): A psychological drama centering on a CEO's exploration of power dynamics in her sex life.
Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019): An acclaimed French film showcasing a passionate, consensual, and artistic queer romance.
Yes, God, Yes (2019): A comedy about a Catholic schoolgirl navigating sexual awakening and guilt, ultimately embracing her sexuality.
#Female Pleasure (2018): A documentary featuring five women breaking taboos and speaking on sexual freedom.
Behind the Trees (2023): Explores a hidden, liberated space for sexual freedom.

Check out these historical euphemisms for intercourse!

Sex-Positive Conferences and Events:

Positive Sexuality Conference (Feb 21-22, 2026): A virtual, two-day event focusing on comprehensive sex education, wellness, and pleasure-based topics.
Sex in the Windy City (Chicago): A professional,, inclusive gathering for therapists, counselors, and educators focusing on sex-positive clinical insights.
AASECT Annual Conference: The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists offers annual conferences and workshops focusing on sex-positive clinical education.
Pleasure Positive Events: Focused on sexual storytelling, workshops to find pleasure in relationships, and community building.
CLIMAX: A Sexual Wellness Conference: A gathering designed to destigmatize conversations about sex, promoting it as a healthy part of overall wellness.

Examples of Historical and Contemporary Sexual Health Activists:

Margaret Sanger (1879–1966): Pioneered the legalization and widespread availability of contraception in the U.S..
Mary Ware Dennett (1872–1947): Founded the National Birth Control League and authored The Sex Side of Life to improve sex education.
Loretta Ross: A prominent advocate for reproductive justice and human rights.
Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng: A South African doctor and expert in sexual and reproductive health rights.
Dr. Helen Rodríguez Trías (1929–2001): Pediatrician and activist who fought against forced sterilization and for women's healthcare access.
Deja Foxx: A modern activist focused on Gen Z reproductive freedom and comprehensive sex education.
Dr. Stella Nyanzi: A Ugandan academic and activist campaigning for sexual rights.
Bisi Alimi: A Nigerian gay rights activist advocating for sexual health and rights in Africa.