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Locations:
If you know of a location not listed please send everything you know about the event using our contact form, or email us (dec17@swopusa.org). If you are interested in starting an event click here.
National March for Sex Workers Rights in Washington, DC
Dec. 17, 2008
Meet at Franklin Square (14st NW & Eye ST NW) near McPherson Square Station for rally and speeches.
March Gathers at noon.
March ends at The White House (1600 Pennsylvania AVE) about 3 blocks away.
Join the Sex Workers Outreach Project (SWOP-USA) as we march on Washington to demand rights for all sex workers! On Wednesday, December 17, 2008, advocates from across the nation will converge to mark the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers. Together, we will take a stand for justice, dignity, and the freedom to do sex work safely and in dignity. We are calling for an end to the unjust laws, policing, shaming and stigma that oppress our communities and make us targets for violence. At this vibrant event, we will both honor the lives lost in 2008 and celebrate our vital movement. Some housing is available for out-of-towners - consider staying on to attend our big party that weekend. On Dec. 17th, SWOP-USA and its allies in harm reduction and social justice welcome your support as we march for sex workers rights!
See the event flyer here.
This is a permitted event (pending approval). For more information, or to endorse this event, contact:
877-776-2004 x 1
dec17@swopusa.org
www.swopusa.org/dec17/Afterparty at Fab Lounge, 6pm - 2am (happy hour till 9)
Sliding scale door donation, 1805 Connecticut Ave NW, a
A bove Royal Palace strip club on Connecticut & Florida Ave NW
Metro: Dupont Circle--------------------
Memorial Gathering at the Center for Sex and Culture in San Francisco
December 17, 2008
1519 Mission Street (at 11th.)
Gather 6:00. Memorial 6:30-8:15.There will be a memorial gathering at the Center for Sex and Culture hosted by Annie Sprinkle, and sponsored by Center for Sex and Culture, Tina Butcher and Femina Potens.
Everyone is welcome.
We'll make a circle and anyone that wants can share their thoughts, feelings, poems, performances, memories, read the names of our dead, make a statement, sing a song, share related news, etc. So come prepared. There will be short readings from members of the Sex Workers Writing Workshop.
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Vigil to End Violence Against Sex Workers in New York City
December 17th, 7-8pm in the center of Washington Square ParkWear red, for more info they can contact swank@riseup.net, swop-usa.org
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Speak-out and Vigil in Tucson, Arizona
Dec. 17, 2008
Member story-sharing (call 520-323-3990 or email info@swop-tucson.org)
6pm Public Vigil at El Tiradito Shrine (356 S. Main, near corner of Cushing St.)The Sex Workers’ Outreach Project of Tucson, the Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault, Wingspan LGBT Community Center, and the Women’s Resource Center of the University of Arizona are co-sponsoring this year’s events. The members’ event is by invitation only. The public vigil will include music and spoken word performance, and all are welcome to join us.
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SWOP-Los Angeles is holding an small event and building an altar somewhere on Figueroa Streets in South Central LA to honor the fallen sisters of the Grim Sleeper serial killer from the neighborhood. Call 1-877-776-2004 x5 for exact location and more details after Dec 5
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In Portland, Oregon:
Please join the Portland Women's Crisis Line and the Sex Worker Outreach Coalition in the following FREE educational and awareness events in our community. For more information contact Crystal at 503-419-4355
December 16th-
Personal Safety Workshop presented by WomenStrength followed by Collage Art Workshop and dialogue. For current or former sex workers and their allies.
When: 6-9pm
Where: In Other Words Books, 8 NE Killingsworth St., Portland, Or 97211
*R.S.V.P required as space and materials are limited.
Contact: Crystal at 503-419-4355 or crystal@pwcl.orgDecember 17th-
Film screening of documentaries about the sex worker's rights movement followed by a discussion.
When: 7pm
Where: The Women's Resource Center, Portland State University at SW10th and Montgomery. 1802 SW 10th & Montgomery.December 19th-
Visions & Voices of Sex Workers in PDX, a sex worker activist photographic art exhibit and dance party.
When: 8pm-12am
Where: Chaos Café & Parlor, 2620 Se Powell Blvd., Portland, OR
* family friendly event--------------------
Memorial Vigil by SWOP Chicago
YWCA 360 N Michigan at 7pm on Dec 17th.You are invited to attend the Sex Workers Outreach Project of Chicago's memorial vigil in observance of the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers. This event will take place at 7pm on December 17, 2008, at the YWCA at 360 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago.
This event was created by Dr. Annie Sprinkle in response to the conviction of the Green River Killer, Gary Ridgway. Ridgway targeted sex workers because he believed he could kill them without ever being caught, since no one would notice their absence. The International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers is an annual observance to remember and honor those who have been brutalized and murdered because they are sex workers.
Violence against sex workers, such as assault, rape, and murder, often goes unreported out of fear of prosecution and shame, and more often goes unpunished due to stigma and stereotype. To deny the right of sex workers to live without the fear of violence and to deny the right of sex workers and their allies to seek justice for crimes against them is a denial of basic, fundamental human rights. Regardless of the rhetoric about sex work, there should be no debate about the atrocity of these continued assaults.
Studies by the Urban Justice Center found that 46% of indoor workers and 80% of street-based workers had experienced or had been threatened with violence. 14% of indoor workers and 27% of street-based workers experienced this violence committed by law enforcement officers. Only 16% of indoor sex workers went to law enforcement about a crime that happened to them. Another study by the Saint James Infirmary found that 56% of sex workers had experienced violence related to their work, and only 8% reported this violence.
We hope that you will stand with us to make the statement that no person deserves to be victim of violence for any reason, and that to ignore sex workers who continue to live in fear and violence is a denial of the fundamental rights of human beings. Thank you for your time.
The Sex Workers Outreach Project of Chicago--------------------
Join SWOP-Las Vegas to commemorate December 17th
Meet at The Center: 953 E. Sahara Ave., Suite B-31, Las Vegas, NV, 89104. (In the Commercial Center) Phone at The Center: 702-733-9800
We will memorialize those sex workers who have lost their lives, and honor those who are missing. We'll also make signs for the vigil.
8:15 pm:
We will hold a vigil in The Center parking lot with candles and then take our signs and red umbrellas to Sahara, where we will walk towards the strip. We will have masks for those who wish to use them. Afterward, we will return to Commercial Center to eat Thai food! Yum!
For more information, email us at info(at)swop-lv.org or call us toll-free at 1-866-525-7967, ext. 701.--------------------
Vigil in Eugene, Oregon
Vigil at noon the corner of 7th and Pearl (the Federal Building), to remember those who have died and to call for an end to violence against sex workers.--------------------
March in Victoria, BC
December 17th starting at 11amWe will be marching from Street Link 1634 Store St. at 11am to the Legislature in downtown Victoria. We are making this an all-family event, encouraging individuals that have this issue close to heart to bring their friends and families, and to march holding a red umbrella. A few significant speakers will address participants on arrival, and releasing red balloons to commemorate women that have died of violence. The murders committed by Robert Pickton, and his incarceration in Nov 07, are still fresh in Canadian memory, and especially Victoria, so close to where the murders happened. We are also requesting the hospitality industry to serve a theme drink for that one day, and send us a portion of the profit to assist our outreach program. Organized by PEERS.
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Moulin Rouge Masquerade Fundraiser by Stiletto Storm in Vancouver, BC
Wednesday, December 17, 2008, 7:00pm - 1:00am
In celebration and solidarity of International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers, come allow yourself to be enchanted by the extravagant world of the Moulin Rouge! Where dance inspires and costumes dazzle and music pulls you into a fantasy world of masquerades and magic; where as a community we come together for Truth, Beauty, Freedom and Love.
Featuring performances by Stiletto Storm and the Screaming Chickens, a Bachelor Auction of some of Vancouver's finest men, DJ ill-esha to carry the party well into the night and much more!COSTUMES AND/OR MASKS ARE ENCOURAGED!
Proceeds will go to the West Coast Cooperative of Sex Industry Professionals, a community of sex industry workers who work towards safety, stability, self determination and ownership of their collective destinies. This event will raise money for the following cooperative enterprises: arts, consulting, publishing, and catering. The other recipient will be Pivot Legal Society in their representation of a group of sex workers who are challenging the criminal laws relating to adult prostitution because the laws create discrimination, exploitation and danger for sex workers. Pivot is a human rights organization that takes a strategic approach to social change for those most marginalized.
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Calgary, Alberta
December 17, 2008
Event details TBA--------------------
Stella's March of the Red Umbrellas in Montreal, Quebec
Wednesday, December 17th, 2008, at 6 p.m., at Préfontaine Metro--------------------
Ottawa, Ontario Events from POWER
5pm
Meet us at the Human Rights Monument (Elgin & Lisgar) for a short opening rally.5:15 - 5:45
Red Umbrella Walk down Elgin Street to demonstrate that sex work is real work!5:45 - 6:15
We'll stop at the Elgin St police station (474 Elgin St) to hear speeches about the violence in the lives of Ottawa sex workers caused by Ottawa Police Services' constant street sweeps throughout 2008. Poverty, homelessness and police violence are the real street crimes!5:30 onward
Everyone is invited to a reception at nearby Jack Purcell Community Centre (320 Jack Purcell Lane). Come after the police station rally or go directly from the Monument if you prefer. Free refreshments, socializing with friends and allies and an open mic.--------------------
Rome - Italy
LET US SOLICIT OUR RIGHTS! On 13 December 2008 a demonstration will be held in Rome to protest recent government and police actions against sex workers.--------------------
Paris, France
See info en Francais--------------------
Copenhagen - Denmark
Sex Worker organisation SiO Denmark organises a film screening, debate and entertainment. 17. December (wednesday) 2008 from 19:00-24:00 // Entrance: free (Oplæg og diskussion foregår på dansk - de viste film har dog engelske undertekster!)--------------------
Skopje - Macedonia
Sex workers and allies are planning several activities including distributing posters and postcards, about 17 December as well as booklet versions of the Declaration and Manifesto, a red umbrella street action, an art exhibition "My Body, My choice", and a party! All very important in light of recent human rights abuses of sex workers.--------------------
Paris - France
Wednesday 17 December, Film screening and debate at OKUBI Cafe 20:30. The film "Rendez nous nos Trottoirs" or "Give us Back Our Sidewalks" is a documentary about the Assises on Prostitution and Pute Pride Paris, 2008, and shows all demands and working issues of sex workers in France and in Europe.Projection et Mise en vente du DVD "Rendez-Nous Nos Trottoirs " Mercredi 17/12/08 à 20, vous êtes conviés à la soirée de projection de 3 documentaires inédits que j'ai réalisé autours du SexWork, et des revendications des travailleuses du Sexe.
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Genevé - Switzerland
Wednesday 17 December, Boulevards-Aspasie , Centre Grisélidis Réal organise an Open House at the Grisélidis Réal Centre from 19h to 22h, Rue Amat 6. Come have a drink, meet us and visit our brand new premises! After join us for a Red Umbrella gathering at La Place des Alpes, between 22h and 24h. There will be a fire and a drink to warm up. As a sign of solidarity with other 17 December actions around the world bring a red umbrella!Centre Grisélidis Real - Soirée portes-ouvertes de 19h à 22h, à la rue Amat 6 Venez boire un verre, nous rencontrer et visiter nos tout nouveaux locaux! Après, Le 17 décembre aux Pâquis A la Place des Alpes, entre 22h et 24h Il y aura un feu et à boire pour se réchauffer Amenez un parapluie rouge, signe de solidarité et de ralliement, utilisé ce soir-là dans des villes du monde entier Venez nous rejoindre!
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Sex Worker Carol Singing in London, England
Wednesday 17th December at 7:30pm
St. Anne's CofE Church, 55 Dean Street, Soho (nearest tube Piccadilly Circus). End Violence Against Sex Workers Day — join sex workers from around the globe in raising awareness of violence against us. Come and sing carols and drink mulled wine. Bring a bottle. Organized by The International Union of Sex Workers.--------------------
Panels and Presentations in Manchester, England
UKNSWP event in Manchester 10.00-1.30, December 17thUKNSWP will be having a free event on the morning of the 17th December, with a chance for projects to share work and experiences regarding violence against sex workers and safety.
Time: The event will start at 10.00 and finish at 1.30 (lunch will be provided).
Venue: This will be taking place in Manchester at a Manchester Town Hall, Albert Square M60 2LA
Program: The following presentations will be made;
Hilary Kinnell on her new book "Violence & Sex Work in Britain"
Michelle Stoops (Armistead Project) & Cheryl Rhodes (Merseyside Police North Liverpool, Hate Crime Unit) on addressing violence against sex workers in Merseyside
Del Campbell (THT, London) on safety and violence issues for male and transgender sex workers
Julia Plaine (SWEET Project, Kirklees) on murders of street sex workers in Kirklees
St Marys Sexual Assault Referral Centre on a partnership promotional campaign to encourage the reporting of rape and sexual assault by sex workers in Manchester.
Let us know! If you wish to attend please let us know on info@uknswp.org.uk . There are limited places so let us know by Monday 1st December if you would like to come along.
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Hong Kong
Protest at police headquaters--------------------
Brunch & Red Umbrella Walk Through Darlinghurst Sex Worker Historic Sites
Sydney, Australia, on December 17th 2008Sydney-siders are invited to learn more about the history of sex work in their local area, and meet some of the working women and men at a brunch at Hernandez, formerly Burtons, at the apex of Oxford, Riley and Burton Streets in Darlinghurst. This will be followed by a red umbrella walk through the old haunts of sex work in the area. 11am onwards. For more information about the International Day, link to SWOP USA.
This is a free event
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