Sex work has long been a contentious topic within feminist discourse, raising critical questions about bodily autonomy, economic justice, and systemic oppression. At its core, feminism advocates for the right of individuals to make informed choices about their own bodies and livelihoods. https://swopbehindbars.org/so/94PKL1JUI?languageTag=en&cid=93782261-5202-4c95-bd92-0df108df6c6b

Crucial conversations are the foundation of meaningful change in the fight for sex worker rights. Navigating these discussions effectively requires active listening, empathy, and a commitment to mutual understanding. These conversations take many forms, each shaping the policies, protections, and social conditions that impact sex workers' lives. https://swopbehindbars.org/so/cePK5Sb3f/c?w=KMZU034Fd6HhTZzPmQDrQGUKfQ2aRiLR4USUoHUYFPk.eyJ1IjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9Td29wYmVoaW5kYmFycy5wb2RiZWFuLmNvbS9lL2JleW9uZC1zaWxlbmNlLXRoZS1wb3dlci1vZi1jcnVjaWFsLWNvbnZlcnNhdGlvbnMtZm9yLWNoYW5nZS8iLCJyIjoiYTAxNzY0NmUtY2ZjZC00MWYwLTg2MjYtMjc5NTMyMGRiNzUxIiwibSI6Im1haWxfbHAiLCJjIjoiODJlYjEzZjItM2VmYy00NjYxLTkwMzgtOGQ2ZTYwZmFmNWI3In0

Here is all you need to know about being a #Penpal to an incarcerated #SexWorker or #Survivor. Getting mail in prison means everything to our incarcerated sisters and brothers.! read or listen here linktr.ee/swopbehindbars

The #ERA is now the law of the land and we must ensure its implementation by contacting our legislators and policy makers to let them know there is #nogoingback

#knowyourrights when engaging with law-enforcement, particularly during the #SuperBowl in #NewOrleans where there may be increased police surveillance, and interaction with law-enforcement.

You are not alone! If you are a #SexWorker or #survivor in crisis were here to listen support and help… No judgment… Call the hotline at 877-776-2004! We’re here! We care!

Every year, around this time, the airwaves in whatever city is hosting the Super Bowl are flooded with public services announcements about #sextrafficking at the “biggest sex trafficking event of the year.” But…is it!? Read or listen here! https://swopbehindbars.org/so/ffPHQis75?languageTag=en&cid=93782261-5202-4c95-bd92-0df108df6c6b

Mass incarceration is not merely a statistical issue; it is a profound human rights crisis, disproportionately impacting women, especially those who are LGBTQIA+, people of color, or women who use drugs read or listen to this post here!
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#December17 marks the 21st Anniversary of #International Day to #EndViolence Against #SexWorkers, a day of reflection, advocacy, and remembrance for sex workers around the world who have lost their lives to violence or faced systemic injustice. #d17 #Dec17. https://tr.ee/w0HmA7tl51

Trauma informed care has become a buzz word over the past few years, but it’s an incredibly important part of healing for survivors who have experienced violence! Here’s what it is, and more importantly, here’s what it isn’t.
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Incarcerated women face a myriad of health challenges, both during their time in jail and upon reentry into society. “Health Priorities among Women Recently Released from Jail" sheds light on these challenges and offers valuable insights into health priorities. https://swopbehindbars.org/so/95PDUttw6?languageTag=en&cid=93782261-5202-4c95-bd92-0df108df6c6b

If we truly desire to move forward, it’s crucial to reevaluate the effectiveness and humanity of end-demand initiatives. Policies meant to reduce harm should not create new cycles of poverty, trauma, and family destruction. Instead, we must prioritize interventions that address the root causes of systemic inequality and exploitation, offering real support to those impacted.
https://www.swopbehindbars.org/post/the-future-of-end-demand-initiatives

For over a decade, Sheriff Grady Judd has been "fighting sex trafficking" in Polk County—Florida's fourth largest county by area and eighth largest by population—through high-profile human trafficking stings and dramatic YouTube videos. Here’s why that’s a problem https://swopbehindbars.org/so/c0PC-5pwx?languageTag=en&cid=a0ff01e6-3cf8-412c-8af1-93c8e686c03e

As the dust settles on yet another intense election season, we’re left with the burning question: What the f&$ do we do now?* Whether you’re reeling from a tough outcome or cautiously optimistic, the road ahead can feel both daunting and uncertain.
At SWOP Behind Bars, we want to channel this energy! https://swopbehindbars.org/so/6bPCLzXv2?languageTag=en&cid=82eb13f2-3efc-4661-9038-8d6e60faf5b7

Moncrief is facing charges of human trafficking and racketeering, allegedly leveraging his position to coerce women into providing sexual favors in exchange for bond services. This case underscores the need for transparency in the bail bond system and highlights the vulnerabilities faced by marginalized groups, including sex workers. https://swopbehindbars.org/so/02PBdn5yM?languageTag=en&cid=93782261-5202-4c95-bd92-0df108df6c6b

The prison system in the United States is one component of an outdated criminal justice structure that continues to fail in achieving justice or rehabilitation. https://swopbehindbars.org/so/b8PApcV1W?languageTag=en&cid=a0ff01e6-3cf8-412c-8af1-93c8e686c03e

Stories and lessons from #HurricaneMilton disaster zone. #DisasterRelief for #SexWorkers and #Survivors https://swopbehindbars.org/so/d0PA5cyef?languageTag=en&cid=a0ff01e6-3cf8-412c-8af1-93c8e686c03e

Two million people are without electricity in #florida because of #HurricaneMilton2024 #HurricaneMilton. Please help us care for our Florida #SexWorkers and #Survivors Donate here! swopbehindbars.org/donate

When a disaster strikes, vulnerabilities for sex workers and survivors are magnified, exposing them to increased risks of exploitation, displacement, and trauma. The aftermath of a hurricane can mean losing what little security they had, making survival even more precarious. https://swopbehindbars.org/so/d8P9TKK--?languageTag=en&cid=93782261-5202-4c95-bd92-0df108df6c6b

Over the past 20 years, the homeless shelter situation in the United States has been characterized by growing demand and strained resources https://tr.ee/iZU3fAOMRe