The idea of a ‘sex party’ may conjure up images of seedy shenanigans, but at Pornceptual, a sex-positive club night based in Berlin, the emphasis is on providing an inclusive space that caters to all genders and sexualities. How do such events encourage a healthier, more open attitude to pleasure?

Despite living in a time of sexual liberation – 61% of couples use contraceptives globally – the mere mention of masturbation is still enough to make many squirm. In its latest campaign, Durex continues to turn the enjoyment of sex – not just safe sex, but kinky sex – as a taboo topic on its head.

As more social media users develop an aversion to flawless feeds, while the #skinpositivity movement champions supposed ‘imperfections’, brands across sectors are facing calls to stop retouching reality. But why exactly are airbrushed images so problematic, and should they carry warning labels?

With the number of US teens receiving formal sex education on the decline, Gen Zers are being forced to look elsewhere for the info they need. AnimateD sitcom Big Mouth has become a hit among teenage viewers, filling the void with its funny and uncompromising take on adolescent sexuality.