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The Sex Work Historian ☂️
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She/her| Historian| PhD candidate| Author| SW ally/accomplice| Feminist harpy

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Winter is harsh, cold, and unforgiving. Winter is also beautiful. It is the final stage of the weather cycle. It brings about reflection, wisdom, and the hope of something new in the Spring. May this #WinterSolstice bring about a hope many have long advocated for: an end to whorephobia.
The Sex Work Historian Winter Solstice infographic. The image is of a cool-toned winter scene featuring the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey/ multicoloured peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
December 21, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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(4/4) Their flyer provides more details about participation and how to connect with the Whorecartography team. Here is the direct link to the screener survey that determines eligibility and allows folks to provide scheduling details: forms.gle/u4Xz25FRx496...
The Whorecartography's Call for Participants for their research study. The flyer outlines what the study is, participant eligibility, what is being asked of participants, and how to contact the Whorecartography team.
December 20, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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(1/5) #RedUmbrellaDay, or the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers, is one of the most important days in the sex working calendar.
The Sex Work Historian infographic for Red Umbrella Day. The image features the red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights) and lit candles in honour of those no longer with us. The image also has the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey/ multicoloured peach).
December 17, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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May today be a happy first day of #Hanukkah to those celebrating. Stay safe ❤️
The Sex Work Historian Hanukkah infographic. The image features a menorah and dreidels on a light yellow background. The image also has the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey/ multicoloured peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
December 14, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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(1/3) December 10 is #HumanRightsDay. #HumanRightsDay asserts that everyone is entitled to fundamental human rights- including equality/equity, life, liberty, security, community, cultural participation, and more.
The Sex Work Historian infographic for Human Rights Day. The image is of flowers and branches twisted into a peace sign (a symbol for human rights). The image also has the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey/ multicoloured peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
December 10, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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(1/3) Dec. 8 is #Pansexual/PanromanticPrideDay! Today is important because it highlights pansexual and panromantic folks and their place within the broader queer community.
The Sex Work Historian infographic for Pansexual/Panromantic Pride Day. The image features the panromantic flag and the pansexual flag in the shape of a heart with the words “pan-tastic” in it. The image also has the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey/ multicoloured peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
December 8, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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(1/8) CW: violence against women, gun violence, and suicide. The École Polytechnique Tragedy, also known as the Montreal Massacre (www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/p...), is part of an ever-growing stain across Canada’s history.
The Sex Work Historian École Polytechnique Tragedy infographic. The image is of a white ribbon (the symbol for the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women). The image also features the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey/ multicoloured peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
December 6, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Peer Support Group! Hosted by/in partnership w/ Inclusive Recovery, the Dreaming Justice Project, Black and Pink National, Red Light District by Two, the TWOC Healing Project, and This Doesn't Define Me.

🕰️Every Wednesday @ 7:45 pm starting Dec. 10
📍Scan QR code

www.instagram.com/p/DR2J7-5jQ_...
Image of the Uncaged Support group found on Inclusive Recovery's Instagram. Poster for The Uncaged: A Peer Support Group for Justice-Impacted. Hosted by/in partnership with Inclusive Recovery, the Dreaming Justice Project, Black and Pink National, Red Light District by Two, the TWOC Healing Project, and This Doesn't Define Me. The image has each organization's logo as well as the QR code for the group.
December 5, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Original Instagram post by Sisonkesa found here: www.instagram.com/p/DRg6EHBjM2...

#16DaysofActivism
Sisonkesa's Instagram post marking 27 years since South Africa initiated the #16DaysofActivism campaign against gender-based violence. The post was made on November 26, 2025.
December 4, 2025 at 2:28 PM
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(1/7) World HIV/AIDS Day brings together folks from around the world to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS. It has become one of the most widely recognized international health days.
The Sex Work Historian infographic for World AIDS/HIV Day. The image is of a red ribbon (the symbol for HIV/AIDS). Under the red ribbon are the words “HIV/AIDS” in various colours of letters. The image also features the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey/ multi-coloured peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
December 1, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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(1/3) December is Universal Human Rights Month and World HIV/AIDS Awareness Month. These months are interconnected, speak to ongoing histories, and, most importantly, relate to sex work and sex workers.
The Sex Work Historian infographic for Universal Human Rights Month and World AIDS/HIV Awareness Month. The image features broken chains to represent human rights and a sheer red ribbon to represent HIV/AIDS. The image also has the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey/multi-coloured peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
December 1, 2025 at 1:42 PM
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Full post by Caroline J. Sumlin here: www.instagram.com/p/DRSAmNcDdC...

Given the current circumstances, it's a needed read.
Slide #2 of Caroline J. Sumlin's Instagram post defining white supremacy.
November 29, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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Original post by Sisonke here: www.instagram.com/p/DRKF0FzjOl...

#16DaysofActivism
An Instagram post from Sisonke outlining various types of violence.
November 29, 2025 at 3:08 PM
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Original post on @harrietsdreams.bsky.social's Instagram: www.instagram.com/p/DQ9zqOiD6n...
A Harriet's Dream's Instagram post explaining the difference between an organizer and a facilitator.
November 28, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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Original post here: www.instagram.com/p/DRCvjSJiUe...

#TransAwarenessWeek
#TransAwarenessMonth
Tristian Katz Creative's Instagram post for Trans Awareness Week. The post explains how the gender binary is a recent creation and that colonization has erased gender diversity.
November 28, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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(1/3) #NativeAmericanHeritageDay is about visibility. It acknowledges the existence and persistence of the Indigenous Peoples of the land now called the United States.
The Sex Work Historian’s Native American Heritage Day infographic. The image is of an eagle feather on an orange background. The image also features the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
November 28, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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(1/3) November 28 is the National Day of Mourning. The National Day of Mourning honours the ancestors of the Indigenous Peoples of the lands now called the United States.
The Sex Work Historian’s National Day of Mourning infographic. The image is of a lit candle (to mourn the lives taken because of anti-Indigenous hate) and eagle feathers. The image also features the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
November 27, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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(5/11) Another post to read in full: www.instagram.com/p/DRIBJdLCNx...
An image of Tania Shoukair's Instagram post on why a regulated nervous system is a myth. The post contains Tania's Instagram handle and the following words on a white background: "Why a 'Regulated Nervous System' is a Myth. A Decolonial, Trauma-informed, & Neurodiversity-affirming Perspective."
November 26, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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(3/11) I also recommend reading this post by the Yarrow Collective in its entirety: www.instagram.com/p/DRLTtitAST...
An Instagram post from the Yarrow Collective discussing how to decolonize recovery. The post is in shades of purple and gold, and features animals like owls, bats, birds, rabbits, butterflies, and jaguars.
November 26, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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Sex work, a part of our heritage. #CanadianHistoryWeek.
The Sex Work Historian infographic for Day 7 of Canadian History Week. The image describes the importance of preserving sex worker histories. The background of the image is of the SPOC logo, and the image contains the Historica Canada Heritage Minutes logo. The image also has the Sex Work Historian’s logo (a grey peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
November 23, 2025 at 3:34 PM
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Pimps, a part of our heritage. #CanadianHistoryWeek.
The Sex Work Historian infographic for Day 6 of Canadian History Week. The image describes members of NAC accusing members of CORP of being pimps. The background of the image is of a bathroom stall, and the image contains the Historica Canada Heritage Minutes logo. The image also has the Sex Work Historian’s logo (a grey peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
November 22, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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Fabricated charges, a part of our heritage. #CanadianHistoryWeek.
The Sex Work Historian infographic for Day 5 of Canadian History Week. The image describes the charging of NOW Magazine’s owners and staff with 14 counts of communication. The background of the image is of a NOW’s logo, and the image contains the Historica Canada Heritage Minutes logo. The image also has the Sex Work Historian’s logo (a grey peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
November 21, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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(1/4) Transgender Day of Remembrance is an annual observance that honours the memory of the trans folks who have lost their lives due to acts of anti-trans violence.
The Sex Work Historian Trans Day of Remembrance infographic. The image is of lit candles with a translucent overlay of the trans flag. The image also has the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
November 20, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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(1/6) Bill C-49, in effect from 1985 to 2014, made it an offense to solicit in any place open to public view. However, the Bill failed to define the exact parameters of what constituted “public.”
The Sex Work Historian infographic for Day 4 of Canadian History Week. The image describes sex workers’ working conditions prior to Bill C-49. The background of the image is of parked cars, and the image contains the Historica Canada Heritage Minutes logo. The image also has the Sex Work Historian logo (a grey peach) and a red umbrella (the international symbol for sex workers’ rights).
November 20, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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#MutualAid request courtesy of @swaidcollective.bsky.social's Instagram.
Mutual Aid request originally found on SWAID Collective's Instagram. This request is on behalf of an "exhausted Black trans sex worker."
November 19, 2025 at 2:37 PM