Glossary
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Safer sex
“Safer sex” refers to anything we do to lower our risk — and our partners’ risk — of sexually transmitted infections. Some people call it “safe sex,” but this isn’t accurate — no type of sex with a partner can be guaranteed to be 100 percent safe. Many people with sexually transmitted infections experience no…
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Sex positivity
An open, tolerant, progressive and positive attitude towards sex and sexuality.
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Solo poly
A form of polyamory in which the person prioritizes themselves as a primary partner. The term often includes the presumption of living separately from their partners. Individuals who identify as solo poly emphasize their autonomous lifestyle and the freedom to choose their own relationships without holding permission from others. Flexibility in the format that accommodates…