Deconstructing Couple Privilege

What does it even mean to have couple privilege, and what do you do with it? How do you manage the very real logistical consequences of marriage, cohabitation, and childrearing in polyamory/non-monogamy, in an equitable way that considers the needs of everyone involved? What even is the difference between couple privilege and hierarchy - and how much do these definitions really matter? (Spoiler: they don't. Come and find out why.)

Leanne @polyphiliablog and therapist Marla @polyamarla will give practical advice, share personal stories, and bring all the nuance in this 2-hour workshop, which includes an audience Q&A. We will cover a wide range of topics, including:

• the problems with hierarchy discourse in non-monogamous communities, and the many ways asking "is this hierarchy?" can actually be counterproductive and even harmful
• how couple privilege affects all partners in polyamory, not just those outside of coupled pairs
• how finances, disability, parenthood, and other factors intersect with - and complicate - the concept of 'couple privilege'
• how to consider, mitigate, or (if desired!) dismantle the effects of couple privilege in a effective, empathetic, and communicative way

This is more than a webinar - it's also an opportunity to connect and share stories with like-minded people. We will share personal anecdotes, mistakes we've made, and hard-earned lessons from our own polyamorous journeys, and encourage you to share your own.

For those who have the capacity, please consider using the 'Pay It Forward' add-on option to cover concession tickets for low-income, queer, BIPOC, and other marginalised folks. If you are in need of a concession ticket, please contact either of us on Instagram to arrange this.

The workshop and Q&A will be recorded - all ticket holders will receive a copy of the recording.