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Spanish Government Continues All-Out War on Sex Work

Sex worker advocates in Spain continue denouncing the government’s relentless war against all forms of sex work, including adult performance and content creation.

International Sex Workers Rights Day: Campaign Advocates for Science-Based Approach

In commemoration of today's International Sex Workers Rights Day, a group of 250 researchers and scientists worldwide have issued a campaign, citing empirical evidence, calling on President Biden and Vice-President Harris to support the decriminalization of sex work as part of their broader efforts toward criminal justice reform.

Pop Star Halsey Pole Dances, Adds Voice to Sex Workers' Rights Debate

Pop star Halsey made headlines over the weekend after releasing a series of social media statements supporting sex workers and sharing a clip of her surprise appearance at a trendy bikini bar in Los Angeles, where she pole danced for tips to promote her new single, “Nightmare.”

APAC Sex Workers' Rights Event Teaches How to Lobby for SB 233

The Adult Performer Advocacy Committee (APAC), the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the Los Angeles branch of the Sex Workers Outreach Project (SWOP) are holding an informational event tomorrow in support of SB 233, the proposed California state legislation that prevents police from arresting sex workers who report a violent crime and also prevents the possession of condoms from being used as evidence of sex work.

HuffPo: Angie Rowntree Talks Sex Workers' Rights, Women's March

As the "Women's March on Washington" inspired millions of protesters nationwide to advocate for a diverse array of progressive issues, making their voices heard by the new presidential administration, Sssh.com founder Angie Rowntree penned a Huffington Post article calling for better inclusion of sex workers rights.

Sex Workers' Rights Activists Launch Mobile Billboard Campaign

After being rejected by every outdoor billboard company in Los Angeles, the sex workers' rights project SWAAY (Sex Work Activists, Allies, and You) has launched its public awareness campaign with a mobile billboard that began running on Nov. 1.