Sentencing review recognises sex worker submissions
The Queensland Sentencing Advisory Council review of sentencing practices for sexual assault and rape offences is complete. The Sentencing of Sexual Assault and Rape: The Ripple Effect, Final Report includes findings and 28 recommendations. The changes include:...
International Sex Workers’ Rights Day – Movie Event – Meanjin
Respect Inc would like you to join us to celebrate International Sex Workers’ Rights Day on Monday 3 March, 2025, with a private screening of Anora (MA15+). Please note this movie does contain scenes of violence against a sex worker. The private showing is at an...
Respect Office Holiday Closures and Support
Our last open day in 2024 is Tuesday, 24th December. We will reopen again on Thursday, 2nd January 2025. This applies to all of our offices, Meanjin (Brisbane), Yugambeh (Gold Coast), and Gimuy (Cairns).
We’re Hiring: Trans Woman Peer Educator (Meanjin/Brisbane)
Respect Inc is hiring a Trans Woman Peer Educator in Meanjin (Brisbane). This 10-hour-per-week role focuses on providing peer education, support, and advocacy for trans women sex workers. Applicants must be trans women with lived sex work experience. Applications will stay open until the role is filled.
International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers 2025 Event
Join us on December 17th to honour and remember sex workers lost to violence, criminalisation, stigma and vilification.