If you love workers as much as we do, it’s time to let them know it! Choose a worker from the comments and show some love 🥰 Workers, throw your paywallets in the comments and let some $$$ come your way today 💲 #showsomelove #letitrain #mutualaid #commnunitycare #swerpayday https://ift.tt/ROtNg70 https://instagr.am/p/DWW7GvWlGUI/
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General Meeting March 19
Our next general meeting is Thursday March 19 6-8pm PT! Our meetings are open to everyone. They are a great opportunity to learn about what we’re working on and the many ways to get involved. 🔗 in bio to attend! See you there! https://ift.tt/SA6hi5f https://instagr.am/p/DV1KPs4FdRU/
Support Group with Tania March 18
Join @buildabimbo Wednesday March 18 at 7pm PST for another virtual SWer support group! Email swopla.services@proton.me to register today. Tania (she/her) believes every form of sex work holds equal value and that every worker deserves dignity, respect, and support. With over 25 years of experience in the sex industry, she brings a deep understanding of…
SWer Munch March 12
THIS THURSDAY! Join us on for our monthly SWer Munch in Los Angeles! Connect wth other SWers and build community! Our munches are open to current and former SWers only. Email swopla.services@proton.me now to register! Full calendar of events at swoplosangeles.org/calendar https://ift.tt/CNKVlsg https://instagr.am/p/DVrvgBnDwK1/
Clothing Swap March 15
You asked and asked and asked, and it’s finally here! Our next clothing swap is Sunday March 15 from 11am-2pm for current and former sex workers. No need to bring/ donate clothing to attend. Gently used to new with tags, all sizes and gender expressions. Both hoewear & civvie clothing welcome. Outdoors, street parking. No…
International Sex Worker Rights Day
International Sex Worker Rights Day began on March 3, 2001, when the Durbar Mahila Samanwaya Committee, a Kolkata-based organization representing more than 50,000 workers, organized a festival attended by over 25,000 people. The event took place despite pressure from prohibitionist groups urging the government to revoke the workers’ permit. Since then, organizations around the world…
Consent and coercion
Consent and coercion exist on a complex spectrum, not in clear-cut categories. Factors like financial pressure, societal expectations, and power dynamics can blur the lines between voluntary consent and coercion, making it essential to understand consent as fluid, context-dependent, and shaped by both personal and external pressures. Recognizing this spectrum challenges us to move beyond…
Black History Month: Hanna Elias
This Black History Month, we honor those who have paved the way for empowerment and autonomy in the sex work community. SWOPLA recognizes that many of the rights and privileges SWers enjoy today are built on the tireless efforts, resilience, and unwavering advocacy of Black femmes, trans women, and gender non-conforming individuals. As we celebrate…
Meet G+K!
Our celebration of SWer4SWer love continues with G+K of @beyondeep! There is something so special about the love within our community. We are absolutely loving the beautiful stories that you’ve been sharing with us! You are reminding us how important and powerful our love stories are ❤️🔥 https://ift.tt/hj18mYx https://instagr.am/p/DVRyFTVku4S/
Worker Payday
If you love workers as much as we do, it’s time to let them know it! Choose a worker from the comments and show some love 🥰 Workers, throw your paywallets in the comments and let some $$$ come your way today 💲 #showsomelove #letitrain #mutualaid #commnunitycare #swerpayday https://ift.tt/14sfypW https://instagr.am/p/DVO6C0klO16/