In this episode, we learn about the UN and the way the US forced representatives from different countries and organizations to talk to one another. We learn how global human rights is interconnected and how this coalition of SW’s keep doing their work despite having to work around new rules and a constant changing landscape, but one that is mostly pushing back against Trans people and SW’s. The discussion highlights the urgent need for activism within the sex worker community, focusing on human rights and the impact of US policies internationally.
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00:00 Call to Action for Sex Workers
00:28 Introduction to YAS Podcast
00:46 Meet the Hosts
01:27 Introducing the Guests
01:46 Sex Worker Rights Coalition
02:00 Guest Introductions
04:03 Discussing the UPR and UN Work
04:54 Best Practices Policy Project
07:06 Impact of US Policies on Global Sex Work
22:30 Challenges in HIV/AIDS Advocacy
27:21 Creating the UPR Report
37:58 Empowering Sex Workers Through Human Rights
38:42 The Importance of Writing Workshops
39:46 Challenges and Misconceptions in Activism
41:32 Political Engagement in Washington, DC
45:16 Global Advocacy and the United Nations
58:17 The Fight for Decriminalization
01:06:10 Supporting the Movement: How You Can Help
01:12:35 Closing Remarks and Call to Action