Abeni Meg Muñoz

muñoz began abeni in 2009 nonprofit organization aimed @ survivors of sex trafficking, muñoz herself had been trafficked toward end of time sex worker. however, muñoz dissatisfied status, , briefly shut down abeni while considering how best reshape organisation. when abeni reopened, not support survivors of trafficking, resource , support system sex workers in business willingly , enjoy work. despite satisfaction, stigma surrounding sex work can isolating, , abeni offers sex workers chance have secure support system. unlike rescue industries, abeni not aim provide exit strategy engage in sex work, instead offering safe place sex workers enjoy work wish avoid social stigma. however, still provide support survivors of trafficking , wish leave industry. work abeni have experience in sex industry, , part of abeni s philosophy address misconceptions surrounding sex workers , industry. other services include:

from abeni s website:

sex work support
sex work safety (harm reduction)
one-on-one life coaching/relational support
holistic, relevant resources geared toward whole-person care
individualized short/long term goal setting , management
sex trafficking support/aftercare assistance
exit strategy development

abeni supporter of orange county needle exchange program, nonprofit needle-exchange program in orange county, california, seeks provide clean needles , hiv testing in need, other services. abeni supports other sex workers rights organizations, , provided donations of lube , advice pacific northwest outreach program stroll, begun matilda bickers.

religious experience

muñoz s first encounter religion occurred in twenties, after left initial bout sex work. described next life-changing experience christianity when @ end of abusive relationship friend-turned-trafficker, when reminded of safe place man become husband. after married, began devote of time , focus christianity, found made feel outsider had not yet come grips past. however, attribute start of healing process faith. muñoz found own path faith after leaving church, aided in creation of abeni; in turn, abeni helped solidify faith. though muñoz herself has faith, , abeni supported epic church, makes point of not pushing religion onto sex workers come abeni support.