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Here is a general overview to terminology relevant to our communities: Identity Terminology.
Here is a 101 pamphlet that discusses some of the basics of ace and aro identities.
Here is an introduction to some of the labels within the ace and aro spectra: Spectrum 101.
Here is an introduction to the varying attitudes aro and ace people may have towards romance and sex: Attitudes Toward Romance or Sex
Here is some info on joining and exploring ace and aro communities: Joining an Aspec Community.
Here is a Healthcare Pamphlet that discusses some of the specific challenges that aro and ace people face when getting healthcare.
We’d also suggest checking out a number of different books on asexuality, aromanticism, and the societal issues that impact us on our Bookshop.org storefront.
Whether you are just learning about asexuality and aromanticism or you are looking to deepen the knowledge you already have, the following websites are an excellent place to start exploring ace and aro identities.
Aces & Aros
The website Aces & Aros features the course, “Understanding Asexuality and Aromanticism,” which is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of asexual and aromantic spectrum identities and issues ace and aro people may face. There are additional features available on the site as well, including a map of ace and aro community groups and a catalog of resources in a variety of formats.
Aro Worlds’ Allo-Aro Resources
Aro Worlds is a blog by K.A. Cook that is centered around sharing and promoting aro creative works. On the wordpress site, there is a page dedicated to cataloguing resources specific to allosexual (non-asexual) aromanticism.
AVEN
The Asexual Visibility and Education Network is the first organization dedicated to asexuality. AVEN’s About Asexuality page features some basic information on asexuality, including specific FAQ sections for family and on relationships.
Arocalypse
Arocalypse is an online forum for aromantic people. They have an information page that gives an overview of the basics of aromanticism.
What is Asexuality?
The website What is Asexuality? provides a brief overview of asexuality, as well as a variety of print resources.
Aromantics Wiki
The Aromantics Wiki is a community-built site that has a variety of pages on aromantic-spectrum identities and terminology.