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SSSS Statements

 Mission Statement


We foster a diverse, inclusive, and interdisciplinary community where established and emerging scholars,
practitioners, and organizations collaboratively cultivate, curate, and communicate sexuality science.


 Vision Statement


We envision communities in which sexuality science inspires justice, health and well-being, and pleasure. 

 Ethics Statement


Recognizing the responsibilities of a professional organization to society, and in accordance with its own Mission Statement, The Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality has adopted the following statement regarding professional ethics. This statement applies to all members, regardless of membership category, in their pursuit of professional activities.

All members of the Society are expected to abide by the ethical guidelines or codes of ethics of their respective disciplines, professional organizations, places of work, or educational institutions. Further, the Society strives to support the dignity of every person.

 Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement


Approved November 2021


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 Statement of Support for Transgender, Gender Non-Conforming, and Gender Expansive Youth


Approved November 2021


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 Strategic Development and Recommendations Work Group Report


Approved October 2024


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