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“Sex Work Policy: Participatory Action Research By Sex Workers and Sex Trafficking Survivors" is a new book on sex work that is based on a participatory action research methodology, which involves the active participation of those affected by the research. https://t.co/i1APxjJLIX
I’m that sw that just doesn’t care to be seen in public doing my job. I’m still gonna be as discreet or sexy as somebody wants me to be, but I’m never ashamed that I’m sitting across the table from or shopping with somebody’s daddy, grandpa, uncle, brother, son. While looking real good. Because people are going to talk regardless, so go out confidently. 🤣
For a decade, powerful politicians and the news media trumpeted claims that child sex traffickers are everywhere.
Then came Pizzagate and QAnon.
In @theintercept, I describe how a moral panic over sex ads birthed our current conspiracy theories.
https://t.co/p0iHtDCJmm
I’m considering lowering my rates slightly.
My cost of living has increased and I’m saving up for something big in my personal life so I would just feel more comfortable navigating that with slightly lower rates.
Thoughts?
I don’t receive these messages often, but when I do - I do not reply and immediately block the number. I am not responsible for anyone’s extra-curricular activities or intimate affairs. I am running a commercial operation and it’s as simple as that. Do not involve me in your relationship dramas or chaos merchant world. It’s not welcome in mine. I don’t do relationships. I do business. 🛑
I had a well-known industry provider send me messages similar to this one from two numbers last year. She of all people should know not to do this. I had no idea she knew my (former) client, let alone shared a professional or personal relationship with him (until he forwarded me a legal letter she sent via her lawyer). This has caused me nothing but grief ever since, and I’ve had enough of it. 🤯
I started in this industry with a clear understanding of what I wanted in life, and that was to remain single, work hard and be financially independent. I love my job, but I’m clear on not wanting to date or do romance. I’ve been single for nearly 12 years and intend to stay that way for another 12. You can keep your husband, fiancé, cheating partner, and the lying clients you think are loyal boyfriends. 😩
I’m sick to death of the headaches some people bring into my life, by virtue of just doing my job. My mental and financial health has suffered enough because of my professional dealings with a former client who was charged with committing a heinous crime. Shady former clients, ‘de-facto’ partners and problematic peers: leave me alone. I see through the lies, schemes and BS. 🤡
This will all come out sooner or later.
Amanda💋
Today is International Sex Workers' Rights Day. The criminalization of sex work makes sex workers more vulnerable to violence, prevents them from accessing services, and further marginalizes some of society’s most vulnerable groups. Decriminalize sex work. https://t.co/f8kBrklKOu
The funeral of @CeciliaGentili was held at @StPatsNYC, where an earlier generation of queer New York chained themselves to the pews in protest. Today they bid farewell to a trans sex worker activist eulogized as “Saint Cecilia, the Mother of all Whores.” https://t.co/sra5ByOMMN
My clients (a couple) just gave me a surprise. It was probably one of the best surprises I got in my long career as an escort.
They got married. 🥹 I am so grateful they booked me for their honeymoon.
I met them as girlfriend-boyfriend and met them again as a married couple!! I feel so happy that they are happy! Gods i love my job!
(Of course, this is not tweeted on the day itself.)
I wish more clients understood that during our initial contact, while you may be feeling aroused, excited, curious, we are first and foremost trying to assess whether or not you are SAFE. No matter how “high end” or otherwise the provider, this is a DANGEROUS job. 1/2
Something terrible happened. I met a person in my civie life and I said I do my fake job. Guess what. This person has the same job! And started to ask me dozens of PROFESSIONAL questions. Like wtf, stop please 😂 I have no idea what you're talking about 🤪
New SW life hack unlocked 🔓 Stopped at the Centurion lounge Denver airport (Amex platinum and black card members only) during my long layover and was able to freestyle a bit. Will be going to Boston and Detroit this winter �� tour dates tbd
If you’re a “first timer” and you have to ask what’s involved, you should do your research before contacting providers. Asking us for a play by play is not appropriate, nor will your questions be answered.