SydneyJimMar 18
I met with fellow Sydney #Naturist @DavidM581 today & we discussed at length the situation of #Naturism & #Naturist clubs in #Australia & the failings of the Australian Naturist Federation. It was an eye opening discussion to say the least. I’m astounded at how poorly the ANF is representing #Naturism in #Australia.
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Best to try and offer the ANF suggestions for improvement and greater effectiveness. It is the only federal body we have ATM. In their present format the ANF have little hope of effecting any real change to advance the naturism cause given the present laws and the Australian ethos - nudity means sex/ perversion.

Show threadSydneyJimMar 18
@DavidM581 I think there’s value in continuing to support & engage with the ANF, especially as it’s currently the only federal body representing #naturism in #Australia. Offering thoughtful suggestions for improvement can only strengthen its ability to advocate more effectively over time. Through the website? (1/3)
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At the same time, I’m not sure it’s entirely accurate to say that #Australian culture universally equates #nudity with perversion. While that perception certainly exists in some areas, there are also many examples of quiet #acceptance & #respectful practice. Public understanding tends to evolve gradually, often through consistent, positive exposure rather than rapid change. (2/3)
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Mar 18 at 12:29pmMona for iPad
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Perhaps the most constructive path forward is a combination of both? supporting national advocacy efforts while also continuing to demonstrate, through our own conduct & repeated social media posts, that #naturism is grounded in #respect, normality, & a genuine connection with the #natural #environment. Over time, that balance can help shift perceptions in a meaningful way. (3/3)
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