New Yorkers for the Equality Model

#StandWithSurvivors! The NYS bill introduction for the Equality Model is happening. We call for the decriminalization of people in the sex trade and the implementation of comprehensive services and exit strategies for them. Learn more at equalitymodelny.org

Check out our new op-ed on the ways in which traffickers seek to profit off the potential for increased demand surrounding large scale sporting events like the #MLB #AllStarGame ajc.com/opinion/2025/0… via @ajc

Our goals include: ➡️Preventing regressive sex trade legislation in #NYS ➡️Enacting the #STSJEA ➡️Advocate for more services and exit strategies for people in the sex trade

New Yorkers for the Equality Model is a survivor-led group dedicated to connecting the voices of New Yorkers who share a collective vision for a future of equality and justice for all. Learn more and join us here: equalitymodelny.org/join-our-movem…

The #EqualityModel is a legal approach that seeks to holistically address prostitution by targeting demand while offering services and support to survivors. Join us today in this important fight to end the sex trade.

➡️ Swipe to learn about the failures of full decriminalization and legalization ➡️ Want to learn more? Check out our full advocacy toolkit in the link in our bio! 🔗

World Day Against Trafficking in Persons is coming up on 30 July. This year, we focus on the organized criminal networks behind exploitation. ➡️ Visit endht.org to learn more! #EndHumanTrafficking

Human trafficking destroys lives, but it can be stopped. As the @UN’s lead entity against this crime, UNODC helps countries strengthen laws, train officials and dismantle criminal networks. Discover 8 key facts and join the fight to #EndHumanTrafficking!

The #sextrade continues to target and exploit the most vulnerable among us, including Black women & girls and #2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. Everyone deserves the opportunity to live a life to their fullest potential, but that is not the reality we live in today.

Want to learn more about our work and how you can get involved? Check out our brand new Advocacy Toolkit and join the movement! equalitymodelny.org/advocacy-toolk…

The #EqualityModel is one way we can move closer to achieving true gender equality. Let’s work to end the commodification and sexual exploitation of women and girls.

The Equality Model has a long history of success where it has been implemented. ➡️ Swipe to learn more! Want to learn more? Check out our full advocacy toolkit in the link in our bio! 🔗

Sanctuary’s Jessica Abolafia spoke at a UN multi-stakeholder hearing on the Global Plan of Action to Combat Trafficking in Persons. Jessica called on member states to confront the misogyny and racism embedded in the commercial sex trade — and to address the demand that fuels it.

Prostitution is an inherently predatory, exploitative and violent system. It is crucial that we in #NYS enforce laws against #sexbuyers and implement measures like the #STSJEA to create a culture of prevention & protection for vulnerable individuals.

New episode out tomorrow! In episode 2 of our #MenForEquality series, host Sybil Jo @JoSybil63018 interviews Cristian Eduardo, a US-based survivor of labour and sex trafficking. They discuss the unique experiences and risks of males in the #prostitution system, particularly when…

The #racism of the sex trade goes back centuries. Looking forward to hearing from my friend Dr. Stephany Powell on this important issue - join @NCOSE on Jul 31! 👉🏽bit.ly/EyesWideShutWe…

“As long as poverty, injustice and gross inequality persist in our world, none of us can truly rest.” Let us be inspired by #NelsonMandela’s message that each of us can promote peace, human rights, harmony with nature & dignity for all. #MondayMotivation

“This is the raw reality of being raped for money over and over again”.

"The Right Track" documentary provides a raw look into the reality of prostitution, from the lens of women who have survived the sex industry. Read more about it below. 👇🎬 buff.ly/RETy2Q9 #documentary #prostitution #therighttrack #thejensenproject #NCOSE…