In 2015, a Chicago collective emerged from discontent with existing Leftist and sex worker spaces, seeking deeper engagement. Ten years on, they acknowledge systemic issues leading to dissolution of similar groups but remain committed to radical change. They encourage grassroots organizing, forming trust-based connections, and fostering community support through projects like zines and solidarity exchanges. Collaborative efforts include linking experienced organizers and conducting necessary research on local laws affecting sex workers. The group calls for volunteers and continues advocating for decriminalization.
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Decrim IL has publicly launched!
Decrim IL has launched its strategy for state-wide decriminalization of sex work, aiming for full federal decriminalization. Founding members reflect on their journey, including the tribute to Dani, pivotal in coalition building. Recent updates were shared at a town hall led by Alisha and Red. View the recording, subscribe to their YouTube channel, and access additional resources and fundraising opportunities online.
Chicago! Join us at the 2024 Sexual Violence Advocacy Symposium!
We’re excited to be joining the Phoenix Survivors Alliance on Saturday, April 20th, from 12-1:30pm, on the University of Chicago campus (a site of imperialist, colonial, racist, sexist violence historically) to talk about the profound connections between supporting survivors of gender-based and sexual violence and the movement to decriminalize the sex trades, and all survival.Continue reading “Chicago! Join us at the 2024 Sexual Violence Advocacy Symposium!”