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Working to decriminalize, decarcerate and destigmatize the sex trades in NY. #CeciliasAct

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(1/6) S*x Worker Pride celebrates six years of saying: s*x workers are brilliant, powerful, and tired of your respectability politics.
ID: Black background with a graphic of heels, sparkles and a mouth covered in plastic. In the foreground is silver metallic bubble text that says, “S3X WORKER PRIDE.” Decrim NY logo bottom right corner.
September 14, 2025 at 8:21 PM
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(1/7) Labor Day isn’t just for the workers or work that the mainstream decides is acceptable. ⬇️
A red textured background with black-and-white halftone images of a hardhat, high heels, a briefcase, and a stethoscope. In bold white text, it reads: “Labor Day is for ALL workers. S*x work = work.” DecrimNY logo appears in the bottom right corner. Fondo rojo texturizado con imágenes en blanco y negro de un casco, tacones altos, un maletín y un estetoscopio. En texto blanco y en negrita se lee: "El Día del Trabajo es para TODOS los trabajadores. S*x trabajo = trabajo". En la esquina inferior derecha aparece el logotipo de DecrimNY.
September 1, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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(1/6) "I remember I saw you and Ceyenne a bunch of other girls, and it was just amazing to see strong Black trans women."

This isn't just history, but stories rooted in survival. #PrideMonth
June 10, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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5/8 Es el Día Internacional de les Trabajadores S*xuales, y no estamos aquí para palabras vacías o gestos simbólicos.

Estamos aquí para la acción y la necesitamos AHORA.
June 2, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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1/8 It’s International S*x Workers Day, and we’re not here for empty words or symbolic gestures.

We’re here for action and we need it NOW.

#ISWD #DecrimNow #SexWorkIsWork
June 2, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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(1/5) VIRTUAL ADVOCACY ALERT — WEDNESDAY 5/7 🚨

We’re mobilizing online and in full force this Wednesday for a Virtual Advocacy Day in support of #CeciliasAct, a bill that protects the safety and dignity of s*x workers across New York.
A graphic with a red-toned background shows a hand holding a vintage phone. Torn paper with bold black text reads: “Support Decrim! Call Your Electeds.” A large arrow points to the right. Bottom left corner Decrim NY logo.
May 7, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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(1/7) 7 years ago today, SESTA/FOSTA was signed into law.

And sex workers are still paying the price.

We said it then, we’ll say it now:
FCK SESTA/FOSTA.
image of a middle finger in the middle of the screen with the words, "F*CK SESTA/FOSTA rotating" with an image of people protesting with a red overlay. An image of a cell phone with the no sign and a screenshot from backpage also in the background. Decrim NY logo in bottom left corner.
April 12, 2025 at 3:55 AM
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(1/3) What a success!!

🚨 110+ advocates rallied in Albany to demand the passage of #CeciliasAct (S2513/A3251)—a bill to decriminalize adult consensual s*x work, vacate past convictions, & ensure access to housing, jobs & benefits without fear of criminalization.
ID: A large group of advocates stand on the steps of the Million Dollar Staircase in Albany, holding signs in support of Cecilia’s Act and s*x workers’ rights. The signs read messages like “S*x Work is Work”, “Pass Cecilia’s Act for Rights in the S*x Trades”, and “Stop Violence Against S*x Workers”. The image has a red overlay, with the Decrim NY logo in the top right corner and bold white text reading “Massive Outpouring of Support for Decrim NY Advocacy Day”. A red "Press Release" label is also included at the top.
March 6, 2025 at 10:50 PM
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(1/2) Today is our advocacy day!!
Follow us as we advocate Cecilia's Act for Rights in the S*x Trades S2513/A3251
( @salazarsenate.bsky.social / @phara4assembly.bsky.social ) and push for real protections, resources, and justice.
A graphic with bold, capitalized black text outlined in white that reads, "I STAND WITH S3X WORKERS." Below, in white text, is the hashtag #CeciliasAct. The background is a blurred, red-tinted image of a protest or gathering. In the bottom right corner, the Decrim NY logo.
March 4, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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(1/5) 🎬✨ Anora may have won five Oscars, but what about the s*x workers still fighting for their rights & safety every single day?
A red-toned background features a blurred image of the Anora movie poster. Over it, bold black and white text reads, "And the Oscar goes to..." followed by torn-paper style text stating, "Anora may have won five Oscars, but what about the s*x workers fighting for their rights & safety?" The design includes visuals of handcuffs, a stylized Oscar statuette, and black-and-white images of protesters holding signs that read "S*x Work is Work" and "Stop Operation Restore Roosevelt." The Decrim NY logo is placed in the bottom right corner.
March 3, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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(1/3) 🔥 Today is International Sex Worker Rights Day (#ISWRD). Tomorrow, we fight for safety & dignity at the NYS Capitol for our Advocacy Day. #CeciliasAct
Cecilia Gentili in a black coat speaks into a microphone at a rally, surrounded by protesters holding signs advocating for s*x worker rights. The background is tinted red and bold white and black text overlays the image, reading: "It’s time to decriminalize s3x work. Support #CeciliasAct for human rights in New York." Decrim NY logo in the lower right corner.
March 3, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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(1/10) This #BlackHistoryMonth , we’re dismantling racist narratives that fuel systemic oppression.

The term “pimp” has long been used to criminalize Black men, reinforcing racist stereotypes that justify over-policing and incarceration.
A red torn-paper effect reveals an old newspaper background. Bold white text reads, "The Racist History of the Word ‘Pimp’ & Why It Still Harms Today," with "Pimp" crossed out. Below, a black text box states, "To close Black History Month, let’s dismantle racist narratives that fuel systemic oppression." DecrimNY’s red rose logo is in the top right corner.
February 28, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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1/8) Cecilia’s Act for Rights in the S*x Trades S2513/A3251 (Salazar/Souffrant Forrest) — Formerly the Stop Violence in the S*x Trades Act (SVSTA)

We renamed our bill to honor Cecilia Gentili, a fierce advocate, organizer & co-founder of Decrim NY. Read on to learn more ⬇️
A black-and-white artistic image of Cecilia Gentili sitting and holding a flower, with bold text introducing Cecilia’s Act for Rights in the S*x Trades (formerly SVSTA). Red and black background with decorative flowers.
February 25, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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¡Es hora de prepararse para el Día de la Defensa!

Únete a una de nuestres sesiones:
📅 Feb 19 | 7-8:30 PM (Inglés)
📅 Feb 25 | 7-8:30 PM (Inglés)
📅 Feb 27 | 6-7:30 PM (Español)

Si has confirmado tu asistencia, ¡recibirás una invitación!
🔗 Inscríbete: bit.ly/decrimnyadvo...
Gráfico informativo en rojo y negro para los cursos de formación del Día de la Defensa impartidos por Decrim NY. Enumera tres sesiones virtuales de formación en inglés y español, con fechas y horarios. En la parte inferior se ofrece información sobre la confirmación de asistencia e instrucciones sobre cómo participar, con un enlace http://bit.ly para inscribirse.
February 19, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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📢 It’s time to get ready for Advocacy Day!

Join one of our virtual training sessions:

📅 Feb 19 | 7-8:30 PM (English)
📅 Feb 25 | 7-8:30 PM (English)
📅 Feb 27 | 6-7:30 PM (Spanish)

If you've RSVP'd, you'll get an invite!

🔗 Sign up now: bit.ly/decrimnyadvo...
A red and black informational graphic for Advocacy Day Trainings by Decrim NY. It lists virtual training sessions in English and Spanish, with dates and times. The bottom section provides RSVP details and instructions on how to join, with a http://bit.ly link.
February 19, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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Spots open!! 📸

Photoshoot this weekend with @genderlib.com. Share your story in a new campaign! Photographed by @rosscollab, we'll highlight SWrs in NY to promote Cecilia's Act, the bill to decrim SW. $50 stipend available.

📧 Email: eliel@genderlib.org if interested!
This image features a red photography backdrop in a studio setting with professional lighting equipment. Bold white text in all caps reads "GENDER LIBERATION MOVEMENT + DECRIM NY" at the top. Below, additional text invites sex workers to share their stories for a campaign, photographed by @rosscollab, highlighting individuals who trade sex in New York to promote a bill for decriminalization. A $50 stipend is offered for participation. The contact email eliel@genderlib.org is provided, along with the website genderlib.org. Logos for Gender Liberation Movement and Decrim NY appear at the bottom of the flyer.
February 19, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Advocacy Day is a vital moment where we show up and make our voices heard. But we can’t do it alone.

Your donation directly funds:

🍎 Food for participants
🚌 Transportation to & from the Capitol
💰 Stipends to support those directly impacted

❤️ Donate today: bit.ly/GiveDecrimNY
Bold red banner at the top with white text that reads "FUND ADVOCACY DAY!" Below, a torn-paper effect displays black text highlighting what donations will support, including transportation to and from the Capitol, food for attendees, and stipends for those directly impacted. At the bottom, there is a prominent red donation button with a heart icon and a clickable cursor, alongside the donation link bit.ly/GiveDecrimNY. The background is a high-contrast black-and-white image of people advocating for decrim. Decrim NY logo in bottom right corner.
February 18, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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(1/4) Join us on March 4 for Advocacy Day at the NYS Capitol!

Help us fight for the decriminalization of s*x work and the clearing of prior convictions under Cecilia’s act for rights in the s*x trades (formerly known as SVSTA) (S2513/A3251).

🔗 Register via: bit.ly/decrimnyadvocacy25
A group of protesters holding signs that say "S*x Work is Work" and "Full Decrim Now" outside a government building. Red and black tones with bold text: "Decrim NY to Hold Advocacy Day March 4". Un grupo de activist@s con signos que dicen 'S*x Work is Work' y 'Full Decrim Now' frente a un edificio gubernamental. Tonos rojos y negros con texto en negrita: Decrim NY organiza un dia de la defensa el 4 de marzo
February 7, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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(1/4) Today, we honor the life and legacy of the legendary Cecilia Gentili, co-founder of Decrim NY and a tireless advocate for s*x workers worldwide.
A vibrant collage featuring Cecilia Gentili in various poses and outfits, celebrating her life and legacy. The background includes a bold red design with radiating lines, evoking a sense of celebration and empowerment. Black and white floral patterns border the bottom of the image. At the center, Cecilia is depicted in color, wearing elegant dresses and expressive poses that highlight her charisma. The text "CECILIA GENTILI DAY" appears prominently at the top in bold white and red lettering, with "January 31" below it. Her name is repeated in a circular design at the bottom of the collage. Decrim NY logo in the lower right corner.
January 31, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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Just as we had suspected and rallied against, Operation Restore Roosevelt has been a total failure. ❌

Read our latest op-ed in @citylimitsnews.bsky.social
authored by Decrim NY member, Laura Torlaschi: citylimits.org/2025/01/24/o...
The image features a protest scene with individuals holding a sign that reads "STOP Operation Restore Roosevelt." The background is stylized with a gritty, high-contrast red and black filter, emphasizing urgency and dissent. A prominent thumbs-down icon reinforces disapproval of the operation. The text overlay includes a bold title: "Operation Restore Roosevelt Failed Queens," with a red "Opinion" label at the top.
January 24, 2025 at 10:26 PM
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(1/2) S3X WORKERS DESERVE SAFETY.

The violence faced by s3x workers is not only systemic but deeply tied to the criminalization of their work.

**Espanol abajo**
A graphic featuring the text "S3X WORKERS DESERVE SAFETY" in white letters curved around a bold, stylized open mouth. The background is a blurred red and black crowd scene with a transparent plastic overlay effect. DecrimNY logo in the bottom-right corner. Gráfico con el texto "LES TRABAJADORES DEL SEXO MERECEN SEGURIDAD" en letras blancas curvadas alrededor de una boca abierta estilizada y en negrita. El fondo es una escena borrosa de una multitud en rojo y negro con un efecto de superposición de plástico transparente. El logotipo de DecrimNY en la esquina inferior derecha.
December 19, 2024 at 8:32 PM
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(1/5) Exciting news! Council Member @tiffanycaban.bsky.social , alongside co-sponsors Erik Bottcher, @chiosse.bsky.social , Crystal Hudson, Shahana Hanif, and @lincolnrestler.bsky.social , introduced a resolution to designate January 31 as Cecilia Gentili Day.
This image features a stylized black-and-white portrait of a Cecilia Gentili, surrounded by flowers. The background includes a dimly lit street scene, overlaid with a red tint. The text at the top reads, "City Council Introduces Resolution to Make January 31 'Cecilia Gentili Day.'" Decrim logo in the bottom right corner.
December 6, 2024 at 7:13 PM