The Sex Workers’ Rights Advocacy Network (SWAN) is a network of organizations in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia (CEECA) advocating sex workers’ human rights, safety, and well-being.

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May 25, 2026

CALL TO ACTION: Endorse the statement on joint concern regarding the proposed amendment to Article 487 in Lithuania

SWAN and the Association “Soma Teisės”  are collecting organizational and individual endorsements in response to the proposed amendment to Article 487 of the Code of Administrative Offences of the Republic of Lithuania, which would significantly increase fines […] SWAN and the Association “Soma Teisės”  are collecting organizational and individual endorsements in response to the proposed amendment to Article 487 of the...
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March 10, 2026

International Women’s Day: Defending the Rights and Dignity of All Women, Including Sex Workers

On this International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and leadership of all women around the world. It is also a moment to recognise those whose voices are often pushed to the margins, including women sex workers who continue to […] On this International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and leadership of all women around the world. It is also a moment...
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