Maymay and I had an idea. The idea sparked a project, the project sparked some brilliant interest, and now the project will become an event, and a reality. Please copy and cross post this message freely.
If you have already heard about KinkForAll through the grapevine, then consider this post a reminder. If you haven’t, then I hope you read, think, and ideally, join.
Kink For All: the Vitals
What: A no-limits sex-positive gender and sexuality unconference.
Why: To inspire a creative, interactive and open environment where everyone feels comfortable talking, learning, and being inspired by all kinds of sexuality.
When: March, 2009 (exact date yet to be determined)
Where: NYC (We’re still looking for a venue! Could you help us out with that? See ‘Get Involved,’ below!)
Who: Everyone
How much: Free (as in beer as well as freedom)
Details
KinkForAll is an ad-hoc gathering born from the desire for people of the kink, queer, sex-positive and related communities to share and learn in an open environment. It is an intense event with discussions, presentations, and interaction from all participants. (It is inspired by the BarCamp community.)
Anyone with something to contribute or with the desire to learn is welcome and invited to join. When you attend, be prepared to share with others. When you leave, be prepared to share it with the world.
A KinkForAll is a special kind of gathering because there are no spectators, only participants. Attendees must give a talk or a presentation, help with one, or otherwise volunteer/contribute in some way to support the event. This is called sharing and we like it. All presentations are scheduled the day they happen—there are no pre-scheduled presentations or keynote addresses. The people present at the event will select the presentations they want to see.
Anyone can present, on any topic related to sexuality. You do not necessarily have to teach a new skill or idea. You might share an experience, review a product, or read a poem. The goal is to start a discussion, make connections, and exchange knowledge. Presentations promoting specific commercial products or companies are discouraged.
Learn more about what to expect at http://kinkforall.pbwiki.com/WhatToExpect
Learn more about the event guidelines at http://kinkforall.pbwiki.com/TheRulesOfKinkForAll
Get Involved
We need your help in spreading the word. Please help by participating.
Here’s how:
1. Get excited by reading the ideas on http://kinkforall.pbwiki.com/KinkForAllNewYorkCity
2. Add your name or handle to the list of participants
3. Join the mailing list and introduce yourself by emailing kinkforall@googlegroups.com
If you have access to a venue, or know someone who has access to a venue, please email the kinkforall@googlegroups.com mailing list with that information.
Still have questions? Read the Frequently Asked Questions at http://kinkforall.pbwiki.com/FrequentlyAskedQuestions or email kinkforall@googlegroups.com for more details.
KinkForAll Online
Participate online before the event at your favorite social networking web site.
Homepage: http://KinkForAll.org
Google: http://groups.google.com/group/kinkforall
Twitter: http://twitter.com/KinkForAll
Identica: http://identi.ca/kinkforall
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/KinkForAll/40066342762
All primary organizational efforts are being coordinated via the mailing list. Join for free and help turn ideas into realities!
3 Comments
Holy mother of god, what a gorgeous, wonderful, perfectly conceived idea. I’ve posted a link to you on my own blog. Even if I can’t attend, I look forward to watching it develop and can’t wait to see what it turns into.
And…..the attendance list has now doubled from when I signed up. Blogs are cool.
This is brilliant! I definitely want to join in.
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