Asexual | Queer Street

what does it mean to be asexual?

An asexual person (“ace”, for short) is simply someone who does not experience sexual attraction, experiences it very rarely OR ONLY IN SPECIFIC CIRCUMSTANCES.

this is the asexual flag. the black stripe represents asexuality; the grey stripe represents grey-asexuals and demisexuals; the white stripe represents allies; and the purple stripe represents community.

I am currently in my mid-20s, and I confidently identify as asexual. It's simple to me; I don't feel sexual attraction, and I never have. But my experiences with my identity have been rocky.

written by Caitlin J (she/her)

what being asexual

means to me

I first discovered I was asexual five years ago, when I was about 22 years old, by reading a Facebook post. Before then I was so clueless I never even knew that sexual attraction was a thing, but the more research I did, the more it sounded like me.

what being asexual

means to me

ace week

An international campaign that showcases experiences across the asexual spectrum. 25th-31st October.

Visit Ace Week

switchboard

LGBT+ helpline for anyone to discuss anything, including sexuality, gender identity, sexual health and emotional wellbeing.

Visit Switchboard

asexual and aromantic

resources

Aromantic-spectrum and asexual-spectrum resources for those who are questioning or would like general education about aromanticism and asexuality as well as resources that will be useful for those who are further on in their journeys.

Visit Ace and Aro

aven

Creating public acceptance and discussion of asexuality and facilitating the growth of an asexual community.

Visit AVEN

uk asexuality

A private Facebook group which offers the chance for asexuals in the UK to chat and meet fellow asexuals

Visit UK Asexuality

resources for ace survivors

This is a project for helping asexual-spectrum (ace) or questioning people who have experienced sexual violence.

Visit RFAS