Las Vegas, NV – SWAID Las Vegas had a visible role at the YNOT Cam Awards in Hollywood earlier this month, and the organization used its strong presence at the show to raise both awareness and funds for sex workers in need of assistance.
Two of the organization’s founders, Codi Vore and Summer Hart, were nominated this year for an award. Vore took home the trophy for Funniest Model and, while delivering her acceptance speech, used her platform to advocate for sex workers and to call for industry support of SWAID and its mission.
“It was a great opportunity to speak to the industry about SWAID and its mission, and it was really encouraging to see people respond so positively to our message in real time,” says Vore. “There’s no industry without sex workers, and sometimes we all need help during challenging times. A little financial assistance at the right time can go a long way.”
Representatives from SWAID collected donations during the show from supporters seated around the show floor, and those at home watching the live stream were invited to donate to SWAID through the organization’s website.
SWAID uses the funds it generates to provide sex workers with small grants, and all operational costs are covered by the organization so that 100% of donations can be given directly to qualified applicants.
“Those of you who stepped up and took action, we see you and we appreciate you,” adds Vore. “Anyone can say they support sex workers, but there’s a big difference between the companies that simply say the right things and those that actually do the right things.”
In addition to Vore and Hart, additional founders of SWAID Las Vegas include Tegan Trex, Queen Ava, Sophie Ladder and Xander Corvus. Those interested in donating to the organization can do so through its contribute page.
For more information on SWAID Vegas, go to SWAIDVegas.org, contact the organization via email at swaidvegas@protonmail.com and follow them on Twitter @swaidvegas.
