Our Mission
The American Psychological Association Division 44 Committee on Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM) focuses on research, practice, and education about consensually non-monogamous relationships. These diverse forms of consensually non-monogamous relationships include, but are not limited to, polyamory, open relationships, swinging, and other types of ethical non-monogamous relationships.
The Committee on CNM seeks to address the needs of people who practice consensual non-monogamy, including needs that may arise from the intersection of CNM with their other marginalized identities. Our five primary purposes reflect those of APA Division 44:
Basic and Applied Research: Advance the understanding of CNM through basic and applied research
Psychological Practice: Promote the development and delivery of affirmative psychological services to CNM-identified individuals
Education and Training: Promote education and training on CNM across contexts and audiences
Social Justice: Use psychological knowledge to advocate for the advancement of social justice, public interest and the welfare of people engaged in CNM
Public Awareness: Inform the general public about research, practice, education, training, and advocacy efforts related to CNM