The following words were created by some of our sex worker members to reflect their experiences at PACE Society.

At PACE:

• I am not judged.
• No one is trying to “convert” me.
• No one is trying to “save” me.
• I am seen as the creative, intelligent, master of my own destiny that I am.
• I am valued for the unique skills I have learned as a sex worker.
• I am admired for my strength and resilience.
• I have support to find the resources I need to – whatever my challenge is.
• I am a comrade, not a client – you have walked in my stilettos, we are equals.
• I offer my expertise to create the programs and services that can best benefit me and others like me.
• People care about me as a person – not as a soul in need of saving. My dignity is respected. I am not pitied or looked down upon. I am me – beautiful, strong, vital, resilient, powerful, intelligent and resourceful.
• I am a leader.
• I have influence and personal power.
• The reality of my life is acknowledged – not what others would choose for me based on their own perceptions and prejudice.
• I take care of myself. I am not treated like a child. I am offered encouragement, comfort and guidance – hands-on when needed.
• My challenges and strengths are part of who I am. I am a valuable, worthwhile, necessary and celebrated part of my community.
• We grow powerful as a group of peers.