Standardised Stigma Measure (SSM)

Global Research Survey on Naturism and Social Stigma

Measuring stigma. Building evidence. Advancing dignity.

The Standardised Stigma Measure (SSM) is a global research initiative developed by Naturism Resurgence (NRE) to better understand how stigma related to nudism and naturism is formed, perceived, experienced, and expressed.

This survey contributes to the world’s first comprehensive stigma measurement framework dedicated to naturism. Its purpose is simple and serious: to replace assumptions with evidence and support informed discussion, education, and policy.

Who This Survey Is For

You are invited to participate if any of the following apply:

  • You are a naturist or nudist, whether openly or privately

  • You are not a naturist, but have opinions or perceptions about nudism or naturism

  • You are neutral, curious, supportive, critical, or undecided

  • You are a researcher, educator, professional, or policymaker interested in stigma, social attitudes, or body-related rights

There are no “right” answers.
All perspectives are valuable.

What the Survey Covers

The SSM explores stigma across four key areas:

  • Public attitudes toward naturists

  • Perceived judgement and social reactions

  • Internalised effects, such as fear, concealment, or self-censorship

  • Real-world experiences of exclusion or discrimination

Together, these dimensions allow stigma to be examined as a lived social phenomenon rather than a stereotype.

Anonymity and Privacy - View screenshots of the survey before you answer

Your privacy is essential.

  • The survey is anonymous

  • No names, emails, or identifying information are required

  • Responses are analysed in aggregate only

    This means:

    • Individual survey answers are never examined, reported, or published on their own

    • Responses are combined together with all other participants’ answers

    • Analysis focuses on patterns, trends, and totals, not on any single person

    • No one can identify what any specific individual answered

    In practice, your response becomes one data point among many, and only the overall results are used.

  • No individual answers are published or shared

To protect research integrity, basic non-identifying safeguards are used to prevent duplicate or automated submissions. These safeguards do not compromise anonymity.

By design, your responses cannot be linked back to you.

Why Your Participation Matters

Stigma is often discussed but rarely measured.
Without data, discrimination remains invisible and easily dismissed.

Your participation helps to:

  • Create credible evidence for public education and advocacy

  • Inform research, policy dialogue, and institutional decision-making

  • Improve understanding of how stigma affects confidence, safety, and social participation

  • Support a more respectful and informed public conversation about naturism

Each completed survey strengthens the evidence base.

Time Commitment

  • Estimated completion time: 10 to 15 minutes

  • You may stop at any time

  • You may skip questions you are not comfortable answering

How the Data Will Be Used

Survey results will be used to:

  • Produce aggregated reports and educational material

  • Support advocacy and awareness initiatives

  • Enable comparative analysis across regions and demographics

  • Contribute to academic and policy-facing discussions

Results may be shared publicly only in anonymised, statistical form.

Ready to Participate?

When you are ready, click the button below to access the survey.

👉 Start the SSM Survey- Click here View question samples here

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About Naturism Resurgence (NRE)

Naturism Resurgence is an international advocacy initiative focused on advancing dignity, health, and evidence-based understanding of nudism and naturism. NRE develops structured frameworks, research tools, and policy-ready resources to support respectful social inclusion.

Authorised by Vincent Marty
Founder, Naturism Resurgence
Sydney, Australia