What is BED?
BED is a directory of vetted and credentialed educators who are credible authorities on risk-aware, mutually consensual and ethical BDSM. We also list BDSM groups in North America who offer educational opportunities. Our goal is to link seasoned educators and activists with membership groups, activists, organizers, and academic/media professionals who need authoritative opinions on the BDSM/fetish/Leather communities.
BED does not rank, rate or endorse educators. We only make sure they are who they claim to be and have a proven record of delivering quality educational experiences. Our application process is designed to level the playing field and keep politics out of it. All applicants must complete a formal application which details their BDSM history and service. We ask that they pledge to follow our mission of expanding educational opportunities for everyone interested in safe, sane, risk-aware and inclusive, minority-aware BDSM/fetish/Leather.
This is a free directory. There are no hidden fees or costs associated with getting listed in the directory or using it. This directory favors the Internet generation, with an emphasis on long-distance educational services to reach even the most remote groups or organizations.
Who Is BED?
We are all long-time BDSM/Leather/Fetish people who share a common mission to enhance educational opportunities for teachers, learners, and organizers and to make the process more professional throughout our BDSM communities. Dr. Brame is the founder and Educatrix. The Board of BED comprises a hand-picked group of known and respected BDSM educators. Members of the Foundational Board are Unc’ Abdul, Lily Luminous, Queen Raini, Randi Kemmler, Sir Guy deBrownsville, Gloria and William Brame. Use the top menu to get there, or visit our ABOUT US page now to read our bios and see our friendly faces.
The Board collaborates on and approves documents and application forms, creates and edits all content, and vets candidates carefully.
How to Get in Bed with BED
DONATE (PayPal accepted) and Thanks for your help!
LIST YOURSELF: Whether you are an experienced educator or newbie, you are welcome to fill out the BED application. If you’re approved, your listing is and will always be free.
LIST YOUR GROUP: Educational groups are welcome to get a free listing too. To get your club, group, organization or event(s) listed for free on BED kindly complete this short form.
VOLUNTEER: Would you like to join BED’s mission? Fill out the BED Volunteer Form.
BECOME A SPONSOR: Please write to Gloria for advertising and sponsorship opportunities for your business, store, organization, books, or other Community-oriented services.
(PayPal accepted)
Thanks for your help!
What else could I do for BED?
— Spread the word about us. Share us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, FetLife, and anyplace else you think the Community will benefit.
— Contribute articles, speeches and essays on BDSM education to our Library.
— Invite a Board member to speak to your group about the BED project.
— Host a BED fundraiser. We need all the help we can get in building our resources.
ACADEMICS, JOURNALISTS, ATTORNEYS AND HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
Ask a BDSMer, and most will agree that many of the people cited in news stories are simply not qualified to speak for the Community. Media typically make huge mistakes by accepting unknown sources rather than speaking to consensus BDSM Community values.
Our directory provides a vetted list of educators who are well-versed in BDSM issues. They have the authority to speak for other BDSMers through their experience and history of service to the greater BDSM/Fetish/Leather communities.
Academics are welcome to recruit speakers to their conferences from our list.
Media reps are invited to use this resource for the promulgation of accurate information about BDSM, fetish, Leather, and kink among consenting adults.
Helping Professionals are welcome to tap into our list for reliable information about BDSM/Fetish/Leather issues that arise in their practices.
Lawyers on both sides of the aisle are similarly welcome to contact our educators for case assessments and forensic opinions that will stand up in court.
Learn More About BED
Updated: 4/20/18