There is no such thing as a child prostitute. The criminal justice system and legislature have failed to recognize the sexual exploitation that is right in front of us. Our justice system arrests, prosecutes, and punishes minors who are the victims of sexually violent predators.
Alaska Action Alert: Help Pass HB 112!
The Community United for Safety and Protection commends Alaska Representative Matt Claman for sponsoring House Bill 112, expanding Alaska’s current sexual assault statute to prohibit police officers from sexually penetrating or having sexual contact with those they are investigating. Currently, it is only illegal for police to sexually penetrate those who are in their custody.
Govenor’s Budget Address: Pa Is Poor, Though Full of Potential!
Pennsylvania is poor though full of potential.
Workers Oppose Nordic Model.
SUPPORT WORKER EMPOWERMENT: Challenge the widespread promotion of the harmful Swedish model.
Philly Dems On Conversion Therapy
Controversial treatment often used on minors attempts to "repair" gay, lesbian and transgender minors through talk or electroshock therapies.
Pennsylvania Defined As Draconian On Prostitution
According to the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts (AOPC), at least 914 individuals, mainly women, were imprisoned state-wide for repeat prostitution charges from 2010 through 2015. The astronomical financial cost to imprison women with prostitution convictions presents a compelling reason to abolish recidivist provisions for prostitution.
XBIZ on ESPLERP Cali Challenge
The ESPLER Project has filed a reply brief with the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in its case challenging California's anti-prostitution law. LITIGATE to EMANCIPATE:www.decrimializesexwork.com
SKIN TAX: Pa Dancer Door Fee To Pay For Domestic Violence & Rape Shelters?
Harrisburg to consider a ‘user fee’ for strip clubs and adult entertainment in PA The bill, from a suburban Philly Republican and a Berks County Democrat, is modeled on Texas law. Cassie Owens, Reporter/Curator BILLY PENN January 17, 2017 at 9:00 am A pair of Harrisburg lawmakers have a plan to levy a $5 entrance … Continue reading SKIN TAX: Pa Dancer Door Fee To Pay For Domestic Violence & Rape Shelters?
AK SB 21: Pa Contributes Support
Senator McGuire - As a former victim of U.S. domestic minor sex trafficking, I appeal to your compassion. Sex trafficking victims and sex workers need equal access to the law without discrimination, and without fear of harassment or arrest. SB 21 would allow anyone in Alaska’s sex trade, whether by choice, circumstance, or coercion, to … Continue reading AK SB 21: Pa Contributes Support
Tabled, tho Telling: NH HB 1614
Originally posted on Union Lip Service Update on: NH HB 1614 TABLED tho TELLING: Vote shy by just seven (7) votes! Industry advocates from left to right, Bella, Elizabeth Edwards, Rachel West + Caitlin Edwards: Good work, ladies. We salute your efforts on behalf of safer work conditions, and human rights for sex workers!Watch Rep … Continue reading Tabled, tho Telling: NH HB 1614
N.H. HB 287 Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee
HB 287 - AS INTRODUCED 2017 SESSION 17-0736 04/01 HOUSE BILL 287 AN ACT establishing a committee to study decriminalizing sex work. SPONSORS: Rep. E. Edwards, Hills. 11; Rep. Bouldin, Hills. 12; Rep. McGuire, Merr. 29; Rep. Murray, Rock. 24 COMMITTEE: Criminal Justice and Public Safety ---------------------------------------------------------------- ANALYSIS This bill establishes a committee to study the decriminalization of sex work. … Continue reading N.H. HB 287 Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee
AK Action Alert
Alaska Action Alert: Stop Police From Having Sex With Prostitutes Before Arresting Them.
2016 Sex Work Year in Review 2016
A Pa prostitute details stepping back into the industry amidst unexpectedly intense and changing legal and legislative crossfire. Her Year in Review explores the issues of being a victim/Survivor/WORKER.
Worker Survivor Community Archive 
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