GOOD VIBES ONLY is an ongoing series sharing interesting, fun, and nuanced SWer images in media. Since SW is often misrepresented in the media, with workers reduced to stereotypes and harmful tropes, we started this series to help shift the narrative. Have a movie, TV show, manga, non fiction book or other media you think…
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First General Meeting of 2026
Join us Thursday January 15 6-8pm PT for our first 2026 General Meeting. We would love to have you! General meetings are open to everyone, not just members. They are a great opportunity to learn about what SWOPLA is currently involved in and the many ways to volunteer with us. 🔗 in bio to attend!…
Valentines Feature: SW4SW Love
Are you in a SW4SW partnership (romantic, platonic, or otherwise) and want to be featured on the SWOPLA Instagram this February for our series on SW4SW love? Click the link in bio and complete the form, and we may select your story to be highlighted! We are open to all types of relationships (platonic, romantic,…
SWOPLA Munch January 2026
Looking to connect and build community in 2026? Join us for our first munch of the new year! Join us Thursday January 8 for our monthly SWer Munch in Los Angeles! Our munches are open to current and former SWers only. Email swopla.services@proton.me to register. https://ift.tt/5TrQqFB https://instagr.am/p/DTBIBKiDt5q/
SHEROES Study Recruitment
Calling all Black, Latinx & Indigenous trans women in LA The SHEROES Study is a community program for trans women of color who have ever done in-person sex work. 👭 6 sessions at TLC or UWC 💵 Earn up to $450 💬 Learn + connect on pride, health, self-care, self-defense & more 💜 Open to…
November 13 SWer Munch in Los Angeles!
Looking to connect and build community? Join us Thursday November 13, for our monthly SWer Munch in Los Angeles! Our munches are open to current and former SWers only. Email swopla.services@proton.me to register https://ift.tt/B5Pq3gK https://instagr.am/p/DQsANyHkhcq/
z Support Group October
Please email swopla.services@proton.me to register. zara raven (z/zara instead of pronouns) uses somatic practices, arts and crafts, and political education to support folks in moving toward wellness. zara loves Black feminist theory, roller skating, and making zines. Join z Tuesday October 7th starting at 4pm, and every first Tuesday of the month. Email swopla.services@proton.me to…
Statement Regarding Recent Sex Trafficking Operation Arrests by the U.S. Department of Justice
Statement from the Sex Worker Outreach Project Los Angeles (SWOPLA) Regarding Recent Sex Trafficking Operation Arrests by the U.S. Department of Justice on the Figueroa Corridor August 15th, 2025 The Sex Worker Outreach Project Los Angeles (SWOPLA) is a sex worker–led harm reduction and advocacy organization. For over seven years, we have conducted twice-monthly…
SWer Clothing Swap
SWOP LA is hosting a FREE clothing swap August 16th, 11am-2pm for current and former sex workers. No need to bring/ donate clothing to attend. Gently used to new with tags clothing available, including masc clothing. Both hoewear & civvie clothing welcome. Outdoors, free parking, with restrooms on site. No stairs and wheelchair accessible. Shaded, grassy…
Senate Public Safety Committee Testimony
Click here to help stop AB379! On June 10, 2025 SWOP LA’s own Ashley Madness testified in front of the California Senate Public Safety Committee to speak out about AB379. The committee reviews and studies legislation related to criminal procedure, the Penal Code, and the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Why should you be concerned…