The Sex-Positive Journalism Awards (the "Sexies") recognize those writers who stick to high journalistic standards in a climate of repression and misinformation around human sexuality.

What's new: The deadline for submissions for the 2009 awards (articles published in 2008) is April 20. Don't put it off and forget! Check out 2008's winners for inspiration, comb through the things you wrote or links you sent to friends during 2008, and send us some entries. Also, the Sexies are now on Facebook. Become a fan to spread the word and get the most timely updates! What we're looking for:

We're seeking writers who present accurate information about sexual health and sexual diversity, who resist the assumption that sex-negative religious minorities represent the rest of the country's values, and who give news events involving sexual subcultures enough context and background that their readers can get the whole picture. (View the complete awards criteria.) The Sexies differ from most journalism awards in that readers can also submit articles. Have you read something that you felt was a breath of fresh air? Submit it.

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