Toy Stories: Sex Toys 101

Jenn Mason is the owner and founder of WinkWink, an identity-inclusive, all- ages, "not creepy" sex shop in downtown Bellingham, Washington. With "Pleasure is our Revolution" emblazoned across the storefront, WinkWink is unapologetically political, focusing on sexual pleasure as a social justice issue. Prior to opening WinkWink, Jenn worked at Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services of Whatcom County for nearly ten years overseeing the development and education program. During her tenure, she developed original prevention curriculum and delivered workshops and trauma counseling to nearly 10,000 students in every public middle and high school in Whatcom County. She also worked as an event planning and communications consultant for various nonprofit organizations and government entities. Jenn earned her sex coaching certification through Sexology Institute and is a certified sex educator through the American College of Sexologists. She also holds a master's degree in public administration from Seattle University and a B. A. from Western Washington University. Outside the shop, Jenn is the parent of a sweet 7- year-old who has developmental disabilities and has served on the Bellingham Public Schools board of directors since 2017.