Issues in social nudity

Social nudity describes the nude appearance of the human body in relatively public settings not restricted by gender. This occurs on both public space, and also commercial property, such as a naturist resort. It is sometimes controversial for addressing and exploring a myriad of sometimes taboo subjects, stereotypes and mores. Although many issues are discussed, it does not necessarily mean that they occur frequently.

Some isolated indigenous nudity still exists in the tropics, though this way of life is highly endangered, as is male nude swimming in public, which used to be very commonplace in Western civilization. Modern European-style naturism began around the turn of the 20th century in British India and Northern Germany, and it was later adopted in America as well.

In democratic countries where street photography or filming cannot be restricted in public areas due to freedom of speech legal protections, photographers are free to take photos of nude swimmers in public nude beaches. However, some beaches may have an organization that limits photography.

Policies vary, though private nude resorts might prohibit cameras altogether, while others may require that permission be granted by anyone being photographed, in addition to management in some cases. Due to the proliferation of cell phones with camera capabilities, these may be restricted as well (including voice and text messaging).

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