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Irish Government Supports Sex Workers Alliance with €9,387 Funding

Irish government pours money into Soros-backed sex workers ‘anti-Whorephobia’ group 🔗

The Irish Government funds the Sex Workers Alliance Ireland (SWAI), an organisation backed by billionaire George Soros. Official records of the Irish government’s website confirm that the Department…

The Irish Government has allocated €9,387 to the Sex Workers Alliance Ireland (SWAI) as part of its 2024 LGBTI+ Community Services Funding program. SWAI, which is supported by billionaire George Soros, focuses on educating services about the challenges sex workers face, aiming to reduce stigma and discrimination. The organization promotes values such as anti-capitalism and inclusivity, and it fights against "whorephobia," which encompasses hate speech and discrimination against sex workers. SWAI has previously received significant financial backing from Soros' foundations and has actively opposed legislation that would criminalize the purchase of sexual services. Despite past refusals for funding due to the group's stance on prostitution, the continued support from the Irish government raises concerns about alignment with international agendas advocating for the decriminalization of sex work.

What is the purpose of the funding received by SWAI?

The funding is intended to support the "Sex Worker Awareness Training" program, which educates services about the discrimination and barriers faced by sex workers.

How has George Soros been involved with SWAI?

George Soros has provided substantial financial support to SWAI through his Open Society Foundations, including grants totaling over €80,000 in recent years.

What stance does SWAI take on sex work?

SWAI advocates for the total decriminalization of sex work in Ireland, following the model established in New Zealand, and opposes legislation that would criminalize the purchase of sexual services.

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