LAS VEGAS — Content creator Sofia Rose has been appointed to the board of directors of nonprofit sex worker support group The Cupcake Girls.
Rose will be involved in the organization's board meetings, fundraising activities, special events and strategic planning initiatives.
"I am absolutely honored, elated and thrilled to be appointed this seat with the Cupcake Girls’ board of directors," Rose said. "Sex workers’ rights and safety have always been important to me, and it’s a subject close to my heart."
"I am really excited to be involved — as an advocate and active sex worker myself — to help bring proactive change and growth to our community while using my voice and platform in a way that can make a difference and impact the lives of my fellow community," she added.
Executive Director Amy-Marie Merrell touted the addition of Rose to the board.
"I’m delighted to have such a force for positive community and culture on my board team within Sofia," she said. "She’s such a force in the community, and I can’t wait to see what we accomplish together."
Board Chairwoman Charlotte Stokely echoed Merrell's enthusiasm.
"As an advocate and mentor of my industry peers for two decades, I know the immense empathy and dedication that’s necessary to be consistent in true support within this industry at all levels," she said. "I’ve been in awe of Sofia Rose for about four years now, having shared space with her on multiple panels we’ve done together dedicated to helping our peers, whether it be mentally, financially or giving advice on how to succeed in this industry."
For more information, visit TheCupcakeGirls.org.
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