NSRC Newsletter August 18 2009 

With students heading back to school, now is a good time to rethink education, your own included.

Are You a Cool Aunt?
You don't have to be a woman (or have nieces and nephews), to be a Cool Aunt, but you're the one young people turn to when ab-only education doesn't give them enough--or correct--information. We think you're really important, and we want to hear from you. Complete the Cool Aunt Count and help us show the world what a crucial sex resource you are. (Then pass it on to the Cool Aunts you know.)

Menstruation, Ovulation, Orgasm, Menopause … Female Sexual Mysteries
It’s sometimes claimed that we’ve reached the “end of science.” Not so. Some of the most challenging scientific conundrums are close to home and especially real when it comes to women’s sexuality. By Professor David P. Barash of University of Washington and psychiatrist Dr. Judith Eve Lipton.

Viagra, Erections, and Vulnerability
Colgate University’s Meika Loe on how the little blue pill could have inspired a male sexuality revolution—but didn't. From our series on sexuality and aging, co-produced by the National Sexuality Resource Center and RH Reality Check.

From the Dialogues Blog
Joy O’Donnell has the scoop on HRC Foundation’s latest research study on LGBT people of color. Some LGBT individuals oppose expanded hate crimes laws; Eric Anthony Grollman believes that’s a dangerous position.

Champion of Sexual Literacy: Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards
Meet the leading spokesperson in the fight for reproductive justice at the 2009 Champion of Sexual Literacy event. Can't come to SF? Support healthy sexuality and celebrate the work of NSRC with a donation.