This week I had the pleasure of presenting at the Lavender Law Conference in Philadelphia. As one of the few non-lawyers at the conference, I felt welcomed with open arms and learned a lot. The panels were incredibly useful and educational, and I learned very interesting things about sex workers, birth certificates, assisted reproductive technology,ContinueContinue reading “Lavender Law Conference Workshop”
Category Archives: social equality
Interview With Kenya and Carl Stevens
Founders of Jujumama Love Academy and long-time polyamorous leaders Carl and Kenya Stevens gave me a great interview about the African roots of multiple partner relationships and how African Americans are doing polyamory today. Interview with Kenya and Carl Stevens K= Kenya C= Carl E= Eli E: How did you get involved in polyamory? K:ContinueContinue reading “Interview With Kenya and Carl Stevens”
Sociological Analysis of Three Veaux Survivor Narratives
For several months now I have been a member of Franklin Veaux’s accountability pod, designated to help Franklin through the process of dealing with the allegations of abuse. As part of my service to the pod, I analyzed the three narratives written by some of Franklin’s ex-partners and posted online. That analysis appears below. ItContinueContinue reading “Sociological Analysis of Three Veaux Survivor Narratives”
Dr. Eli Sheff Speaking at Finding Freedom LGBTQ Symposium in Palm Springs January 24-26
Join me in Palm Springs later this month. I am excited to be a presenter at the 2019 Finding Freedom LGBTQ Symposium in Palm Springs, January 24-26th. In addition to bringing forward relevant information for best practices in supporting the LGBTQ community with co-occurring disorders, this conference offers:18 CE Hours, Community, Beautiful Weather, and Fun. On FridayContinueContinue reading “Dr. Eli Sheff Speaking at Finding Freedom LGBTQ Symposium in Palm Springs January 24-26”
Sex Down South Starts Today in Atlanta
One of my very favorite sex cons in Atlanta (and there are some FABULOUS sex cons in ATL, so it has some serious competition 🙂 ) is the truly inspirational Sex Down South. The con starts today, and I will be there presenting the Non-Monogamy Mismatch, as well as hanging out with some fantastic sexContinueContinue reading “Sex Down South Starts Today in Atlanta”
Dr. Eli Sheff’s 2018 Schedule (So Far)
While my schedule is still evolving, these are the events that are firmly planned so far. Please consider attending one of these events near you! Dr. Eli Sheff’s Schedule for 2018 February 11 – 14 Atlanta, GA Lifestyle Live! Coaching Conference March 23 and 24 Austin, TX ContinueContinue reading “Dr. Eli Sheff’s 2018 Schedule (So Far)”
Give the Gift of Sexual Freedom this Holiday Season, Donate to These Four Non-Profit Organizations
What do you give the kinkster who has everything? Out of ideas for an eco-friendly gift for the polyamorous folks in your life? Consider giving them the gift of sexual freedom! By supporting one of the four non-profit organizations below, you can help to fight for your gender and sexual minority friends’ and familyContinueContinue reading “Give the Gift of Sexual Freedom this Holiday Season, Donate to These Four Non-Profit Organizations”
Polyphobia, Prejudice, & Discrimination: New Psychology Today Blog from Dr. Eli Sheff
In my most recent blog on Psychology Today I explore the experiences that polyamorous folks report with prejudice and discrimination. https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-polyamorists-next-door/201707/polyphobia
Accessible Multi-linking & Polyamory Virtual Con Still Accepting Panelist Submissions
Good news for anyone who is interested in polyamory but find Cons inaccessible for a variety of reasons. The Accessible Multi-linking and Polyamory Virtual Con, is taking place November 3 – 5 at an Internet-capable screen near you. AMaP is a fully online con designed to be accessible to people who usually can’tContinueContinue reading “Accessible Multi-linking & Polyamory Virtual Con Still Accepting Panelist Submissions”
The Polyamorous Black American Anthology — Call for Submissions
Christopher Smith is collecting original stories written by African Americans who identify as polyamorous. If you are in that category, please consider submitting to his anthology! While completing my academic article entitled Open to Love: Polyamory and the Black American (which will be published in The Journal of Black Sexuality and RelationshipsContinueContinue reading “The Polyamorous Black American Anthology — Call for Submissions”