Decriminalization Empowers Sex Workers, Reduces Exploitation
2025-03-21
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A recent study, reported by MSN, reveals that decriminalizing sex work significantly enhances the safety and well-being of sex workers. In jurisdictions where sex work is decriminalized, workers are more likely to access justice, receive specialized support, and assert their boundaries. Conversely, criminalized settings increase vulnerability to exploitation, modern slavery, and a reluctance to r .....
Sex Work Policy: Participatory Action Research by and for Sex Workers and Sex Trafficking Survivors
2025-02-11
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"Sex Work Policy: Participatory Action Research by and for Sex Workers and Sex Trafficking Survivors" offers a powerful and accessible look at the realities of sex work in the U.S. Written by sex workers and survivors using participatory action research, the book translates complex policies into digestible information, making it valuable for anyone interested in understanding this often .....
Woman lured into sex work by Tate brothers
2025-02-11
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A U.S. woman, identified as Jane Doe in court filings, has sued internet personalities Tristan and Andrew Tate, alleging they conspired to coerce her into sex work. The lawsuit, filed in Florida on Monday and first reported by the New York Times, claims the brothers lured her to Romania and then defamed her after she testified to Romanian authorities. This is reportedly the first U.S. lawsuit aga .....
Illinois could become decriminalize sex work
2025-01-15
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Illinois lawmakers are set to introduce legislation this week that would fully decriminalize sex work, making the state a pioneer in this policy shift. This move follows years of advocacy by Equality Illinois and the Sex Worker Advisory Group, a coalition of Black and Brown sex workers.
The bill, sponsored by state Representatives Will Guzzardi and Celina Villanueva, aims to reduce vi .....
Democratic Congressman Shri Thanedar has called for the decriminalization of sex work
2024-12-28
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Democratic Congressman Shri Thanedar has called for the nationwide decriminalization of sex work in the U.S., citing its potential to enhance protections for sex workers and combat trafficking and exploitation of minors. His remarks came after the House Ethics Committee released findings implicating former Congressman Matt Gaetz in alleged misconduct involving minors and payments for sex.
Th .....
Repeal of FOSTA
2024-12-23
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Rep. Ro Khanna and Sen. Elizabeth Warren have reintroduced the SAFE SEX Workers Study Act, aiming to investigate the effects of the 2018 FOSTA law, which criminalized online platforms that host ads facilitating prostitution.
FOSTA has been widely criticized for harming sex workers, suppressing free speech, and potentially hindering human trafficking investigations. Sex workers and civil libe .....
Massachusetts Police officers engage with sex workers
2024-12-13
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The recent allegations against the police officer are deeply disturbing and demand a thorough investigation. Such acts of sexual misconduct are a gross betrayal of the public trust and cannot be tolerated.
It is disheartening to note that these instances are not isolated occurrences. A troubling pattern emerges from reports of police officers engaging in similar reprehensible behavior across .....
Miami Sex Workers Rally for Decriminalization
2024-12-10
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A group of Miami activists is hosting the 5th annual Slut Walk Miami on Saturday, December 14th, to raise awareness about the challenges faced by sex workers and advocate for decriminalization.
The event, organized by Decrim 305, aims to "recognize sex workers' rights to love, compassion, and autonomy while highlighting the benefits of decriminalization." Decrim 305 argues that .....
Adult Entertainment in the Digital Age
2024-12-02
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The adult entertainment industry has undergone a sea change in this digital age, affecting the very way in which society views and perceives personal experiences and the essence of sexuality. With increased access to the internet, streaming services, and social media platforms, how we consume adult content has changed dramatically. From amateur creators to professional studios, the landscape now .....
Can Anora help humanise a degraded profession?
2024-10-19
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Anora is a screwball comedy from director Sean Baker that follows the unconventional love story between Ani, a sex worker, and a wealthy young man. Their whirlwind romance unfolds against the backdrop of New York City, with unexpected twists and turns. The film, inspired by the experiences of real sex workers, offers a nuanced and compassionate portrayal of the industry, challenging societal sti .....