Nurturing a Sociology of Sex and Sexualities

Sex and sexuality are integral to social life. Sexuality intersects with major institutions such as family, law, religion, media, and education. Social norms regulate sexual behaviors, and categories of identity shaped by ideologies about sex and sexuality are deeply embedded in racial and imperial histories. Despite the pervasive nature of sex and sexuality in societies worldwide, the subfield of sex and sexuality remains marginalized within mainstream sociology. While progress has been made since Claude Bowman’s 1949 assertion that “a sociology of sex does not exist,” there is still much to be done in promoting the visibility and legitimacy of this field. The growing attention to the sociology of sex and sexuality is driven by both scholarly interest and significant social changes, which highlight the need for deeper understanding of social processes. Research has shed light on issues such as abortion restrictions and gender-neutral bathrooms, while also emphasizing the importance of pleasure and joy in sexual studies. This journal seeks to address the historical marginalization of sex and sexuality within sociology, envisioning a platform to explore its intersectionality and broader impact on communities. Through this journal, we aim to challenge existing frameworks and highlight innovative research in sex and sexualities.