Pornography is an issue that is drawing increased attention from parents, teachers, church members, women's groups, and elected officials, and these groups are expressing concern about the effect pornography has on young people, families, and society as a whole. In response to public concern, this self-help education guide is designed for families and societal groups to help them better understand the subject and the controversy that surrounds it; and outlines responsibility areas and ways that government, consumers, and businesses can work together toward resolving the issue. The guide defines pornography and what is considered pornographic, its purchasers, effect on society, availability, content, and censorship issues. Federal, provincial, and municipal legislation is reviewed in the section, "Pornography and the Law." The guide also contains a basic outline for a community education workshop and guidelines for letter writing. The resource list includes addresses for government agencies, major political parties, radio and television broadcasting corporations, and citizen groups and titles of films, books and articles, research books, and recent surveys on violence and pornography. (DJC)