OUR workshops

Intersecting Identity Play: Sex & Free Speech (E1)

Led by Mojo Mustapha

online

Whether you want to change yourself. the world or both, join our SapioSexual Discussion Group.

Each discussion will dive into a sexual topic that touches us personally and globally. Our goal is to have an educational and inspirational evening of sex-positive discussion.
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Sexuality touches almost all facets of human behavior, yet it’s one of the most difficult subjects to talk about. Across the world, sex affects society in ways that are both positive and negative, but it is not often a subject for polite discussion.

This discussion group looks at problems facing society related to sexual dysfunction as well as practical ideas for solutions. Each discussion group looks at a different aspect of sexuality as it impacts religion, culture, the media, psychology, violence, and so on.

This is not a 'debating' group where there are 'winners' or 'losers'. We have created a structure that brings back the joys of communication; what the French call, "l'art de la conversation".

In these times, where people often shout their opinions at each other, it can be refreshing to have genteel, civilized, funny, and entertaining conversations with different kinds of people about the most controversial subject in the world - sex.

We live in a politically correct world that often stifles honest conversation. Sex is one of the most politically incorrect subjects there is! Any open discussion about sex and society will often bring up issues of race, culture, gender, orientation, and other ‘hot button’ issues.

Our aim is to create a safe container for participants to feel comfortable to communicate freely with others of differing political views, religious beliefs, and sexual orientations.

In our safe space participants can politely communicate freely and without being attacked as prejudiced if they say a ‘trigger’ word or verbal 'micro-aggression.'

SEX & FREE SPEECH
How can freedom of speech and political correctness be balanced with sexual freedom?

In America, free speech is protected by the 1st Amendment. While this right is broader here than in most countries in the world, it is not a carte blanche to say anything. For example, a person saying "sluts should be shot" is engaging in hate speech, which is different from free speech. Calls for violence, especially when directed at a particular group, are usually regulated in many liberal democracies.

In this group, we will be talking about 4 areas where problems occur in a free speech society; humor, ignorance, stereotypes, and criticism.

A joke can be an indicator of prejudice but not necessarily so. When is a joke just a joke not matter how offensive it is to members of the offended group?

We will be using sex as a fun vehicle to discuss humor and free speech. We invite you to join us.

ABOUT THE HOST
Mojo was the Community Director of Hedonisia Hawaii EcoFeminist Community. After the 2018 Kilauea volcano eruption destroyed Hedonisia, Mojo moved to Portland where he continues work on Hedonisia projects such as this discussion group.

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