National Forum 2022
Venue provided upon registrationThis year's Scarlet Alliance National Forum will be held on Wurundjeri lands in Naarm (Melbourne) from 8-10 November.
This year's Scarlet Alliance National Forum will be held on Wurundjeri lands in Naarm (Melbourne) from 8-10 November.
This is a day for celebration, engagement, reflection and community. Find something near you, or host your own. Lots of online activities too.
On this page: About this year's National Forum | AgendaRegistrations for the 2023 Scarlet Alliance National Forum have now closed. The Scarlet Alliance National Forum is the annual national sex worker only conference. It provides an opportunity for sex workers to network, workshop, and make our voices heard. The National Forum is free for sex workers to attend and includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. You can read more about what the National Forum is here. This year the Scarlet Alliance Annual General Meeting (AGM) is open to all attendees, including sex workers who aren't members. However, only members have speaking and voting rights at the AGM. Current and former sex workers who support Scarlet Alliance's objectives are welcome, and attendees are required to follow our Safer Spaces policy. This year the National Forum will be held on Gadigal land (Sydney) near the CBD. We only release full venue details to people who have registered and had their registration verified. We verify all registrations to ensure that attendance is sex worker only. This means that if you are not already known to us, we ask for information to confirm that you are a current or former sex worker, and may […]
Scarlet Alliance, Australian Sex Workers Association the peer-run peak body of sex workers and sex workers organisations formed in 1989; and Red Canary Song (RCS), a grassroots organization of Asian and Migrant sex workers and massage workers based in North America and organizing transnationally, are proud to present the Australian premier of Fly In Power, with a panel of Asian migrant sex workers from the Scarlet Alliance Asian Migrant Sex Worker Advisory Group (AMSWAG) presenting afterwards. We will also be joined by Xen Nhà, the producer of Fly In Power, who will speak before the screening about the development of the film. This event is open to sex workers, family, friends, allies and supporters. RSVP essential. 6pm to 6.30pm Arrival and dinner provided 6.30pm to 8pm Film screening with introduction by Xen Nhà 8pm to 9pm Panel presentation by AMSWAG 9pm to 10pm Drinks and socialising Tickets are by by donation - pay what you can, with all money raised going to AMSWAG to support their advocacy. If you can't make it, you can still donate here. Thai, Chinese, Korean and English translations will be available . The panel will be Auslan interpreted. About the Scarlet Alliance Asian Migrant Sex Worker Advisory Group (AMSWAG) AMSWAG members include Asian migrant sex worker peer educators who […]
On 19 September 2023 all current members of Scarlet Alliance were issued the Notice of Annual General Meeting. If you are a member and you have not received it, please contact members@scarletalliance.org.au. You can read about what the Annual General Meeting is here. Notice of Annual General Meeting Dear Member, In accordance with clause 10.2 of the Scarlet Alliance constitution, the Scarlet Alliance Committee gives notice of an Annual General Meeting to be held as follows: Time: 3-5pm Date: Friday 10 November 2023 (third day of the National Forum) Place: Sydney, location provided upon registration Accompanying this Notice of Annual General Meeting is: a Scarlet Alliance Committee and doubles nomination form, to be completed and returned to Mish Pony, mish.pony@scarletalliance.org.au no later than 12pm, Thursday 9 November 2023 (Sydney time). a Proxy form through which members advise of their voting representative, to be completed and returned to Mish Pony, mish.pony@scarletalliance.org.au no later than 5pm, Friday 3 November 2023 (Sydney time). a Motions submission form, where members can submit motions for consideration at the General Meeting, to be completed and returned to Mish Pony, mish.pony@scarletalliance.org.au no later than 5pm, Friday 3 November 2023 (Sydney time). an agenda for the Annual General […]
Come in for supplies, a chat, cup of tea, or join us monthly and bring a plate for Tea and Tarts (sex worker only, current and retired). There is an entrance off Florence Street (main road), and a second entrance and parking around the back off McLeod Street.
The monthly meeting of the Scarlet Alliance Committee.
KRC and SWOP NSW present a FREE seks worker only workshop for Overdose Management. We will discuss strategies, naloxone, and have a Q&A with KRC’s OD trainer.
Sex workers are hosting a float in the 2024 Mardi Gras parade, on unceded Gadigal land, Eora Nation.
In 2001, over 25,000 sex workers gathered in India for a festival, despite efforts from prohibitionist groups who tried to prevent it taking place by pressuring the government to revoke their permit. The event was organised by Durbar Mahila Samanwaya Committee, a Calcutta based group that has over 50,000 sex worker members, and members of their communities. Sex worker groups across the world have subsequently celebrated 3 March as International Sex Workers’ Rights Day.
Respect Inc is having a screening on Fly in Power this Sunday at 1pm. Lunch provided, Q&A with the producer after the film and a statement from AMSWAG. All donations go to AMSWAG. Cash bar. Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1169429? This event is open to sex workers and allies. 性工作者和朋友 성 노동자 및 친구 ผู้ให้บริการทางเพศและพันธมิตร Tickets to this event are FREE, with the option to donate to Scarlet Alliance’s Asian Migrant Sex Worker Advisory Group (AMSWAG) when you book. 免费参加 무료 참석 ถ้าคุณต้องการบริจาคเงินช่วยเหลือเป็นทางเลือก Presented in English and Korean 英语和韩语(没有中文字幕) 영어 및 한국어로 제공 นำเสนอเป็นภาษาอังกฤษและเกาหลี
Vixen and SWOP NSW are coming to Wangaratta, Wodonga, Albury, Wagg Wagga and Griffith. We are 100% by and for sex workers. Grab a free gift pack full of condoms (all different flavours and sizes), lubes and massage oils! See you there
Finally Kaytlin Bailey brings this show to our eyeballs, get yourself in front of it, you will not be disappointed! The New York leg of this tour has already sold out, get tickets while you still can.
SWOP NSW OnlyFans workshop is being offered both in person at our office, and online. However you plan to attend, don't forget to register at https://bit.ly/49FN1uKvia.
A monthly meeting of Scarlet Alliance and its state and territory based member organisations.
Annual celebration, protest, rallies and events happen around this date.
Monthly sex worker only workshops by Respect Inc QLD. Virtual and in person.
Respect Inc is now holding a monthly, stripper-only sharing circle! These groups will be facilitated with a peer educator. Meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of the month, 4-5pm, both online and in the Meanjin office.
Sex worker only. Consent workshop with Grace Newman. 18 March 2024. 3-4.30pm in person & online at the SWOP NSW office.
Come in for supplies, a chat, cup of tea, or join us monthly and bring a plate for Tea and Tarts (sex worker only, current and retired). There is an entrance off Florence Street (main road), and a second entrance and parking around the back off McLeod Street.
A free, monthly event by and for street-based sex workers: food, music, work supplies + equipment.
Picnic and Clothes-Swap for Trans and Gender Diverse Sex Workers. Wed, March 27, 2024. 1-3pm - Alexandria Park.
The monthly meeting of the Scarlet Alliance Committee.
Learn how to write to you local MPs to advocate for anti-discrimination measures for sex workers in NSW.
In accordance with clause 10.2 of the Scarlet Alliance constitution, the Scarlet Alliance Committee gives notice of a General Meeting to be held as follows: Time: 4-6pm (Sydney time) Date: Friday 29 March 2024 Place: Online, Zoom link provided upon registration On 8 March 2024 all members received the Notice of Meeting which includes information on steps and timelines for participation in the General Meeting, including registration information, delegate nomination form (for member and associate member organisations), and proxy form (if required). The Notice of Meeting also includes motions that the Scarlet Alliance Committee is proposing to membership, a proposed new Credentialing Tool, and a special resolution that amends the definition of Associate Member Organisation in the Scarlet Alliance Constitution to align with the updated Credentialing Tool. If you are a member and did not receive the Notice of Meeting, please email us.
Trans Day of Visibility is an annual international celebration of trans pride and awareness, recognising trans and gender diverse experiences and achievements!
SIN will be doing a regional outreach in Mt Gambier on April 3rd to April 4th
Volunteers will be assembling sex workers packs for distribution to other sex workers!
A monthly meeting of Scarlet Alliance and its state and territory based member organisations.
Respect QLD will be conducting regional outreach in Townsville from 8th to 10th April. Contact Ella: 0476 214 051
Monthly sex worker only workshops by Respect Inc QLD. Virtual and in person.
Come for snacks, chats and workers packs on the second Tuesday of the month from 2-4pm.
Our outreach team will be on the Central Coast on April 9th! Please get in touch with Rosie if you’d like a visit: 0426 968 892 or rosie@swop.org.au.
Respect Inc is now holding a monthly, stripper-only sharing circle! These groups will be facilitated with a peer educator. Meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of the month, 4-5pm, both online and in the Meanjin office.
Do you have work clothing you don't wear anymore? Want to pick up a new free work 'fit? Just wanna hang out with fellow workers? Our Whoredrobe Swap Day will be on again on the 11th of April, from 2pm til 5pm!
SWOP NSW are very excited to invite the sex working community to our Anti-Discrimination Forum and Social Event! This is a s3x w0rker only event. Join us at The Bearded Tit at 6pm on the 11th of April for food, drinks, goodies, games, workshops and explainers. Together we can change our future! Registrations including dietaries/accessibility/language for translation are available here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1MnJW8FvkMobLn9LZmRsVVkZinhSlHp-avMiMvSEJg6k/viewform?edit_requested=true
Are you a current or former sex worker who wants to connect with other workers and learn skills in peer education? Join us at Vixen for our monthly peer education training group!
Anyone who has done any kind of sex work for any amount of time is welcome! No previous study experience required.
A free, monthly event by and for street-based sex workers: food, music, work supplies + equipment.
Come in for supplies, a chat, cup of tea, or join us monthly and bring a plate for Tea and Tarts (sex worker only, current and retired). There is an entrance off Florence Street (main road), and a second entrance and parking around the back off McLeod Street.
As sex workers, we know we are the safer sex experts - so what better way to learn and refresh our knowledge by sharing with our peers! At this skill-share we will be discussing the signs, symptoms, transmission, and treatment options of STI’s and BBV's – using Scarlet Alliance’s Redbook online as a tool.
Trans, gender diverse and gender questioning sex workers are invited to Vixen’s Gender Blender.
The monthly meeting of the Scarlet Alliance Committee.
Volunteers will be assembling sex workers packs for distribution to other sex workers!
A monthly meeting of Scarlet Alliance and its state and territory based member organisations.
Respect Inc is now holding a monthly, stripper-only sharing circle! These groups will be facilitated with a peer educator. Meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of the month, 4-5pm, both online and in the Meanjin office.
Monthly sex worker only workshops by Respect Inc QLD. Virtual and in person.
Come for snacks, chats and workers packs on the second Tuesday of the month from 2-4pm.
A free, monthly event by and for street-based sex workers: food, music, work supplies + equipment.
Come in for supplies, a chat, cup of tea, or join us monthly and bring a plate for Tea and Tarts (sex worker only, current and retired). There is an entrance off Florence Street (main road), and a second entrance and parking around the back off McLeod Street.
Trans, gender diverse and gender questioning sex workers are invited to Vixen’s Gender Blender.
Are you a current or former sex worker who wants to connect with other workers and learn skills in peer education? Join us at Vixen for our monthly peer education training group!
Anyone who has done any kind of sex work for any amount of time is welcome! No previous study experience required.
The monthly meeting of the Scarlet Alliance Committee.
The Friday before June 2nd - International Whores Day - Vixen will be hosting a SexyBishion - an art & performance exhibition open to ALL creative sex worker submissions: painting, drawing, print, sculpture, performance, and more!
On 2 June 1975, approximately 100 sex workers occupied Saint-Nizier Church in Lyon, France, to express their anger about their criminalised and exploitative living conditions. They hung a banner from the steeple which read ‘Our children do not want their mothers to go to jail’, and launched a media campaign to broadcast their grievances to the world. Their action made national and international news headlines, started a strike that involved sex workers from all over France, and created a legacy of activism that is celebrated each year by sex worker groups all over the world.
The sex workers occupying Saint-Nizier Church demanded, among other things, an end to police harassment, the re-opening of the hotels where they worked, and a proper investigation into a series of sex worker murders. Sex workers in other French towns heard of the occupation in Lyon and, in solidarity, took sanctuary in churches in Marseille, Grenoble, Montpellier and Paris. Across the country, French sex workers joined the action by taking part in an eight-day long strike.
Despite the national impact of the protest, the police refused to engage with the protestors’ grievances and threatened increasingly harsh punishments. Eventually, the police cleared the church after eight days and, though the occupation and strike did not result in law reform, sex worker activists credit it as the spark that ignited the contemporary sex workers’ rights movement in Europe and the UK.
They say it's the oldest profession! Come as your favourite Harlot to celebrate the rich whorestory of sex work across time. You can come as a real life person or just a vibe - we'll have a best dressed prize for who's the dishiest broad. This event is for sex workers and their invited guests only.
Volunteers will be assembling sex workers packs for distribution to other sex workers!
A monthly meeting of Scarlet Alliance and its state and territory based member organisations.
Monthly sex worker only workshops by Respect Inc QLD. Virtual and in person.
Come for snacks, chats and workers packs on the second Tuesday of the month from 2-4pm.
Respect Inc is now holding a monthly, stripper-only sharing circle! These groups will be facilitated with a peer educator. Meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of the month, 4-5pm, both online and in the Meanjin office.
Are you a current or former sex worker who wants to connect with other workers and learn skills in peer education? Join us at Vixen for our monthly peer education training group!
Anyone who has done any kind of sex work for any amount of time is welcome! No previous study experience required.