Pursuing a More Perfect Union: Porn, Pleasure, Politics and Personhood
While pornography has become pervasive in our society, there is little research and professional discussion that explores porn’s capacity to encourage honest discussion about sexual pleasure and its potential for risk reduction. Join Megan Andelloux as she deconstructs the dizzying dialogue surrounding pornography and works to answer the question: “Is pornography really harmful?”
Through activities, discussion and media, participants will consider the themes in mainstream porn and ponder whether or not all porn is created equal. Working through the tactics of anti-porn activists and the faulty research they often employ, this session will provide participants the tools to define for themselves what constitutes ethically made porn. Resources for locating sex positive professional organizations, professionals and ethically made porn will be provided at the close of this discussion.
