Resourcing with Power: Fundraising and Financial Autonomy for Sex Worker-Led Organisations
Sex worker-led organisations continue to lead movements for rights, health, safety, and dignity across the world. Yet many remain underfunded and face barriers to accessing sustainable resources.
This May 2026, SWDC in collaboration with NSWP is launching a four-part webinar series designed to strengthen fundraising knowledge, skills, and strategic decision-making among sex worker-led organisations.
Resourcing with Power is not only about accessing funds. It is about building financial autonomy, expanding resourcing options, and strengthening collective sustainability without compromising values or safety.
The series will run every Wednesday in May 2026 at 9-10:30am EDT-New York/ 10-11:30am BRT-Brazil/ 3-4:30pm CET-Geneva/ 4-5:30pm EAT-Nairobi/ 6:30-8pm IST-New Delhi/ 8-9:30pm ICT-Bangkok. Translation will be provided in requested languages.
Webinar Schedule
May 6, 2026: Understanding the Funding Landscape and Donor Expectations
An overview of the current funding landscape, including different types of donors and what they look for in funding applications. This session will demystify donor expectations and explore how sex worker-led organisations can navigate funding systems strategically.
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dqkxLZZ1SnStfqCTzqLSLg
May 13, 2026: Proposal Writing and Accessing Donors
A practical session on developing strong proposals, identifying aligned donors, and presenting your work clearly and confidently. The session will focus on translating your expertise into compelling proposals while maintaining your political integrity.
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2ZewPUBKQQmZnTKwqH1AzQ
May 20, 2026: Individual Donors, Crowdfunding, and Community Giving
An exploration of funding from individual donors. This session will cover working with high-net-worth individuals, crowdfunding strategies, fundraising from clients of sex work, community fundraising, and ethical considerations around visibility and safety.
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3e9KTfyrQlikXETCfiHcYw
May 27, 2026: Alternative and Collective Resourcing Strategies
A discussion on innovative and movement-led approaches to sustainability, including income-generating initiatives, investment, collective economic models, and mutual support systems.
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ssBfXUFjS3KMgkBRDw7Qlw
Who Should Join:
Sex worker-led organisations and collectives
Emerging and grassroots sex worker groups seeking funding
Movement leaders looking to diversify funding strategies
Allies supporting sex worker-led fundraising efforts
What Participants Can Expect
Clear and practical guidance on fundraising
Peer learning and shared experience
Tools to approach fundraising strategically
A focus on autonomy, sustainability, and movement strength
Register now to secure your place. If you need language translation other than English, please RSVP by: 24 April 2026.