Ace Week 2020

This year Ace Week  (or what used to be called “Asexual Awareness Week”) runs from October 25th–31st. The below is a classic Huffington Post image which helps represent the various romantic and sexual orientations people might have. This was one of the first graphics I experienced around asexuality and one which planted the seed that I might be ace.

The difference between the right word and the almost right word is really a large matter – it is the difference between the lightning and the lightning bug. Mark Twain 

For me one of the many strengths of our community is providing language so others have words to express what they are feeling and what those they care about are feeling. One such area is language around the different types of attractions that people experience. Attraction is a complex and complicated concept and shows why it is always important to have good communication so we know what others are experiencing and what their expectations might be for a particular relationship. This is important no matter where you fall on the gender, romantic, or sexual spectrums.

Ace week is important for me and for other Aces because it reminds us that we are not alone and that we have a history to explore for ourselves. Asexuality (and aromanticism) are becoming better known by the public at large but there are still too many people who don't have words to describe what they are experiencing and this can lead to a lack of a sense of belonging. So this Ace Week make sure you know you are beloved, you are loved, and you belong for exactly who you are.