Asking for a Friend: Sexual Assault and Sex Work, What’s the Diff?

Posted on September 7, 2018
An illustration of Dr. Laura McGuire addressing abusive relationships.

By Dr. Laura McGuire

Sex work, sexual assault, or human trafficking? How can we tell the difference? Dr. Laura McGuire tackles these questions and more in this month’s Asking for a Friend!

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Dr. Laura McGuire is a sexologist, doula, and parent of two. They love to write on anything and everything that intersects with their numerous identities. As a multi-racial/ethnic queer person who was raised predominantly in the South, Dr. Laura uses their diverse views, experiences, and perspectives to celebrate the mosaic that is the southern LGBTQ+ community. Read more about their work at equityandagency.com.

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  • Dawn Smith
    September 7, 2018 at 8:31 AM

    Excellent info!!!!