From sex robots to desire discrepancy to public masturbation, AASECT continues to receive national media inquiries on a weekly basis via our press & media hub. While there is still work ahead to establish AASECT as the go-to authority on matters related to sexuality, we are increasingly part of the national conversation. As the Director of PRMA, the feedback I receive from media professionals about AASECT contributors is extremely positive: our members are known for providing timely, scientifically-accurate, context relevant information to the Media.

The Communications Steering Committee continues to focus on two key projects:

The Committee has been working in several areas to improve the certification process and to address issues as they come up. The changes listed below is a result of our last November certification meeting and was sent out to the membership in early 2018. In addition, we have also instituted telehealth guidelines for those who are currently working toward their certification and counting their face to face sex therapy hours, effective March 1, 2018. Tele Health Sex Therapy

As we get closer to June, we are excited to highlight some of the evening events being offered during the conference.   These activities combine learning, entertainment, participation, and they connect us with folks from the local Denver community. Taste of Kink II--Registration fee: $125

Thank you to our 2018 exhibitors and sponsors!  

Greetings, AASECT members!   The Annual Conference Planning Committee has been hard at work crafting an exciting program for the 50th annual conference that will take place on June 14-18, 2018 in Denver, CO. This year’s theme is Bridging the Divide: Shedding Light on the Taboos and Pleasures of Sexuality. Before we share some of the recent highlights, let us introduce you to the additional committee members who have already contributed many hours to this conference planning process. Lexx Brown-James, Ph.D. Tanya Bass, MS Neil Cannon, Ph.D.

As 2017 comes to a close, we would like to thank you all for your support throughout the year and take this opportunity to let you know that AASECT Membership is due for renewal. Please be aware that all 2017 annual memberships expire on December 31, 2017. If you have not already done so, renew today! Renewal Instructions

AASECT Contemporary Sexuality Outreach Steering Committee Updates As I began my role as the Chair of AASECT’s Outreach Steering Committee this year, I had the honor of stepping into a space left rich with excitement by the former Chair, and current Conference Committee Co-Chair, Jayleen Galarza. In the role of Chair, I have the pleasure of supporting AASECT’s robust mentorship efforts, international outreach, and the dynamic work of the newly formed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) committee.

Apply for an AASECT Scholarship for the 2018 Annual Conference! AASECT is excited to announce the scholarships available this year to help offset the cost of attending the 2018 Annual Conference: AASECT Creating Community Scholarship, The Bill T. Jones Scholarship and The John Sughrue, Jr., MD, Scholarship. Application deadline is February 16, 2018. For more information on applying, please visit the conference website.   

Congratulations to our Q4 Certified Members! Welcome to the family of AASECT Certified Professionals!