FNUSA September Newsletter
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FNUSA Advocates for the Full Decriminalization of Sex Work
FNUSA strongly and adamantly believes that ALL workers should be safe in their workplaces and protected against force, fraud, or coercion. It is important to understand that people in the sex trades have a myriad of experiences and may identify as sex trafficking survivors, sex workers, or both at different times in their lives. The criminal records that are now so common for people trading sex create barriers to safe housing, education, employment, public benefits, immigration status, and parenting. Decriminalizing sex work is a necessary pre-condition to decreasing abuse and exploitation within the sex trades, including labor and sex trafficking. To learn more about how decriminalization can protect trafficking survivors, please read our full position paper.
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Learn More About the Decriminalization Movement
For this month's blog post, we interviewed Mariah Grant ([link removed]) , the Director of Research and Advocacy at The Sex Workers Project of the Urban Justice Center ([link removed]) . Mariah provides resources for learning more about the decriminalization movement and gives advice for those looking to get involved.
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Who is Freedom Network USA?
FNUSA is a values-based network. Our members are united by our core principles, which include fighting for reproductive rights, immigrant rights, and the decriminalization of sex work. Throughout September, we've been sharing some of our key values on social media. Check us out on Facebook ([link removed]) , Instagram ([link removed]) , and Twitter ([link removed]) to learn more.
FNUSA Submits Comments on the T Visa Regulations to DHS
FNUSA has submitted comments on the Department of Homeland Security's T Visa regulations. The T Visa is a vital remedy for immigrant survivors of human trafficking. The visa allows survivors to remain in the country to assist in the investigation and prosecution of their traffickers. Read our recommendations about how to better improve the T Visa.
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Introduction to Human Trafficking Training
New to the anti-trafficking field? Join our upcoming Introduction to Human Trafficking Training. This 2-hour training will give participants a foundation of human trafficking theory and practice. Participants will learn what human trafficking is, what legal services and social services are available to survivors, and practice points within those professions. The training will also include case studies and give practical tools for service provision. The session will be delivered by practitioners in the field who will share best practices in the anti-trafficking field.
Date: November 4th, 1:00pm - 3:00pm EST
Price: $40
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Latest Housing Webinar
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The Housing Project's latest webinar is Language Access and Housing Services ([link removed]) . This webinar covers the process of creating and implementing a successful language access plan for organizations. Presenters also discussed the importance of cultural humility when serving survivors who identify as limited English proficient and deaf or hard of hearing.
Terri Waldron
FNUSA Welcomes New Staff Members!
KB White
We are excited to welcome our newest staff members: Terri Waldron, the new Member Coordinator, and KB White, the new Legal Fellow! Check out our About Us page to learn more about our team.
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