Over the last six years the Gorean phenomenon has grown from being a small, unheard of way of living, to a worldwide experience that thousands from all over the world have delved into and explored both online and offline. With the popularity of the internet, a similar popularity in Gorean activity online has taken place. 

Gor brings together many values that individuals recognise as natural aspects of themselves, and apply these principles to their lives. The concepts of honesty, integrity, truth, and love are powerful words that Gor encompasses within the novels written by John Norman. The element of men being men and women being women, a cultural observation that has been well documented within the novels, has been utilised as a basis for away of living.

During the explosion of Gorean popularity, there has also been evidence of problems associated with this kind of interaction. Some individuals use Gor as an escape from reality, and the internet, being a public domain, allows scope for dangerous people to use the concepts of Gor to their own advantage and to take advantage of others. This website has been designed to highlight the potential dangers that are inherent within the online environment, and to provide people guidance in terms of warning signs to watch out for. Members of the Gorean environment have taken the opportunity to provide information to others, in particular newcomers to Gor to explore this environment safely.

Considering we are all a part of this environment in some way shape or form, it is not only the individual who should be looking out to keep themselves safe, but also our responsibility to provide the necessary information. This is not to say we are responsible for every individual’s actions, however we are responsible for providing affirmative information to those who will read and listen, so that the individual can take it upon themselves to take the right steps when interacting in a Gorean sense both online and offline. 

Common sense can be so easily discarded when trusting another person, however, if trustworthy the other person will not mind taking precautionary steps whilst interacting and planning on potentially meeting offline. A man who follows Gorean principles will understand the female’s needs when taking precautionary steps prior to meeting, he should be aware of the dangers online. He will do whatever it takes to provide an environment that enhances the safety precautions, such as taking into account physical, emotional and mental well being of the female. The man may also choose to take precautionary steps himself, not all danger comes from the male. There have been documented examples of men being taken advantage of financially and emotionally by female predators. In this sense, concepts of safety can be a two way street.

It is the wish of those involved in Gor for these guidelines to be read, followed, and taken seriously, because “it could happen to you”. Having said that, Gor can be a fulfilling experience when shared with those who are real and honest; enjoy and be safe.