Three attacks, one pattern: sexual freedom as a litmus test for democracies Authoritarian and totalitarian systems differ in history, ideology and style. In one respect, however, they bear a striking resemblance: they hate freedom. And they oppose diversity. Where democracies erode and rights are curtailed, this rarely happens by chance or in isolation. The transformation follows a pattern: with […]

One year of ‘Data over Dogma’ – debates characterised by conviction and openness April 2026. For exactly one year now, Harriet Langanke has been hosting a special series of discussions. At the GSSG – Non-Profit Foundation for Sexuality and Health, she welcomes guests to the monthly “Data Instead of Dogma” debate on Thursdays who deal with the topics of paid sexuality and health. The online format has quickly established itself as a forum for […]

Static knowledge and dynamic insight – why essentialist thinking hinders scientific progress Science does not thrive on simply describing the world, but on constantly questioning its own descriptions. It is precisely here that a key dividing line lies: between a static and a dynamic understanding of knowledge. A static understanding is evident where […]

When morality becomes a substitute for religion: Why the debate on sex work so often falls flat Some discussions are exhausting. And then there are those that no longer even want to be discussions. The debate on sex work increasingly falls into the latter category. Anyone who publicly advocates for the rights of sex workers today often encounters a striking pattern: facts are ignored, scientific findings […]