As the sun sets over the glittering lights of the Las Vegas Strip, a new group of leaders rises to claim their place in the spotlight. We are thrilled to introduce the 2024 Las Vegas Title Holders, a distinguished group representing the heart and soul of our vibrant queer kink and leather communities.

Across the United States, the purchase of sex is criminalized, with Nevada being the notable exception where buying and selling sex is legalized in very specific areas under restrictive conditions. Evidence demonstrates that criminalizing prostitution results in increased violence and exploitation, and advocates argue that prohibition is extremely harmful.

Sexual citizenship is the recognition of one's right to sexual self-expression, and that same recognition of a right in others. While it sounds simple, it is important to reflect on how this is carried out in our everyday lives. Historically, society has pathologized those who live on what some might call the “outskirts'' of societal norms.

Practicing kink over the age of 50 is a journey that blends wisdom, experience, and a profound understanding of one’s desires and boundaries. For many, the concept of kink becomes more approachable and less intimidating with age.