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