Articles about Francisco and his work
Click on the links below to view some recent articles about Francisco Ramirez and his various projects related to sexual and public health.
“Introducing Global Health Consultant Francisco Ramirez”
by Sarah Fulton of MTV International
October 2010
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"...Francisco Ramirez, a U.N. trainer and educator with a master's in public health from Columbia who specializes in sex, dating and relationship advice. On a recent night in Washington Square, the impishly handsome sexologist, looking sharp in his white polo shirt and white loafers, offered 20-minute sessions to the dazed and confused wandering under the moonlight. A tipsy, cigar-smoking couple celebrating their first anniversary asked how to keep their marriage going. A gay couple wanted help navigating an open relationship. A man wanted to know what you do after you discover your girlfriend is sleeping with your brother.
August is a rough month for many New Yorkers, says Mr. Ramirez, who refuses any donations. We're unplugged from our usual routines and our friends are away. All night long, he encouraged his clients to trust their instincts and not be too hard on themselves, which is pretty much what my therapist does for $150 an hour. Most folks walked away looking encouraged." (Read more.)
Francisco Ramirez offers advice in Washington Square Park.
PEARL GABEL for the Wall Street Journal
The sign read, “Free advice from Francisco: Relationships, Sex & Dating.”
Spotted at the foot of the East Village near Astor Place, Francisco Ramirez sits face-to-face with anyone who wants to take a seat. For three years, Ramirez has been offering advice on relationships, sex and dating for no charge (no donations are accepted either). He views this opportunity as an innovative method to provide a public service to a diverse audience... (Read more.)
New York Times article
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