CookiesNScream 363 Report post Posted December 8, 2009 International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers Thursday December 17th, 2009, 6:30pm Vancouver Art Gallery, Robson Street Side! Join us as we march with red umbrellas, adopted in 2002 by Venetian sex workers for an anti-violence march, symbolizing resistance against discrimination for sex workers worldwide. We will be raising awareness about violence against sex workers and the organizations that support us by distributing materials amongst holiday shoppers on Robson Street. Fancy dress and festively decorated red umbrellas are definitely encouraged! The march will be followed by a gathering at the Lennox Pub/Restaurant (corner of Robson & Granville). WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VedaSloan 119179 Report post Posted December 10, 2009 For anyone interested, the Ottawa vigil will be held on Elgin, by the war memorial. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MiaBella 10988 Report post Posted December 10, 2009 could you give me some details, I'm very interested Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VedaSloan 119179 Report post Posted December 10, 2009 Hey MiaBella, I posted about Dec 17 in the courtesan discussion for Ottawa. Dec. 17, 5-530 at the Human Rights Memorial on Elgin and Lisgar. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest W***ledi*Time Report post Posted December 10, 2009 The International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers (17 Dec 2009) is also being marked in Halifax: Halifax: Unite in The Nite! A Party Celebrating Sex Workers Following a private memorial at the Stepping Stone drop-in centre, there will be "a public celebration of the resilience and strength of sex workers with a fun reception" from 7:30 to 9:30 at FRED (Fred Salon Cafe & Gallery), 2606 Agricola Street. Contact information: (902)420-0103; http://www.steppingstonens.ca/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MiaBella 10988 Report post Posted December 13, 2009 Thanks!!! I'll definitely be bringing some fellow SP's with me! All Humans deserve respect and the right to safety. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CookiesNScream 363 Report post Posted December 14, 2009 December 17th Speakout - Toronto Event to End Violence Against Sex Workers Maggie?s: The Toronto? Sex Worker?s Action Project Join Maggie?s Toronto this December 17th 2009 ? the 7th International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers for an open mic/speakout to share our experiences as sex workers who have faced violence and demand an end to the ongoing criminalization and other forms of violence in our work. When: Thursday December 17th Time: 7pm to 9pm Where: Innis Town Hall, 2 Sussex Avenue, Toronto Opening remarks and Aboriginal Elder teachings will precede the speakout. This will be a facilitated speakout to ensure the safety and dignity of sex workers. This is a sex worker positive event. ALL ARE WELCOME http://www.maggiestoronto.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CourtesanCassandra 167 Report post Posted December 15, 2009 Thanks for the info! I was wondering what would be happening in Vancouver for this day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest W***ledi*Time Report post Posted December 17, 2009 Just a reminder that this is today. Check out events in your area. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites