World Without Exploitation

September 4, 2025

“Courage Is Contagious”: Survivors Demand Epstein Files Release as More Women Come Forward

Democracy Now! featured World Without Exploitation CEO and Co-Founder Lauren Hersh following the historic September 3 rally on Capitol Hill, where more than 20 Epstein survivors came together publicly for the first time to demand the release of all federal Epstein files. Hersh, a former sex-trafficking prosecutor, joined the program to discuss WorldWE's role in organizing the survivors and the power of their collective voice, noting that additional survivors who had never previously come forward approached the organization during the rally, inspired by the courage of those who spoke.

September 3, 2025

As Many As 100 Epstein Victims Will Attend Washington Rally Wednesday

The Miami Herald covered the September 3 rally on Capitol Hill, reporting that as many as 100 Epstein survivors and sexual abuse victims were expected to attend an event organized in part by World Without Exploitation. The piece quoted WorldWE CEO and Co-Founder Lauren Hersh on the significance of the moment, stating that "the voices of survivors have been omitted from the conversation for far too long" and that it was time to ensure those who had been exploited and abused were heard.

June 26, 2023

Maine passes first of its kind Partial Decrim legislation!

World Without Exploitation applauds the State of Maine for passing the first of its kind partial decriminalization legislation in the United States. LD 1435, championed by Representative Lois Galgay-Reckitt, ensures that sex trade survivors are not criminalized for their own exploitation. The bill also makes sure that exploiters, including sex buyers, are still held accountable for the devastating harm they cause.

June 26, 2023

Exciting news, we are hosting our first Spanish webinar!

Al crear un mundo libre de explotación, entendemos que la conciencia es la mejor forma de prevención. Para las personas que no hablan inglés, el idioma puede ser una barrera para acceder a los recursos y, por lo tanto, aumentar su vulnerabilidad a ser explotados, especialmente cuando se combina con otros factores socioeconómicos.

June 6, 2023

Power On: The 6th Annual World Without Exploitation Youth Summit

Join World Without Exploitation on Wednesday, July 19th, 2023 from 9:30am to 4:00pm for our 6th Annual Youth Summit, Power On. Youth advocates, experts, and survivor leaders will discuss their experiences and expertise on curated main-stage panels and interactive workshops. This free event is open to youth ages 15-28 who want to learn and take action to end human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

March 22, 2023

Announcing our musical guest for the WorldWE Gala!

We are thrilled to share the news that Darius Rucker of Hootie & the Blowfish will be performing at the third annual World Without Exploitation Virtual Gala, Celebrating Impact, on April 20th, 2023 from 7pm - 8pm EDT.

March 20, 2023

Harms that cannot be regulated away.

During our webinar last month, Sex Trade 101: Prostitution & Sex Trafficking, we discussed the realities of the sex trade and its inextricable link to sex trafficking. This month's webinar will be the second in our Sex Trade series focusing on the physical and mental effects that are endured by those in the sex trade as a result of the violence perpetrated by sex buyers.

March 13, 2023

Join us in welcoming Alisa Bernard to our team!

Today we are excited to announce that Alisa Bernard — human trafficking subject matter expert, nonprofit executive, and survivor leader has joined the staff of World Without Exploitation (WorldWE).

March 9, 2023

We are celebrating impact!

Creating impact all across the country means only one thing — it's time to celebrate! Join us for “Celebrating Impact,” the third annual World Without Exploitation Virtual Gala on April 20th, 2023 at 7pm EST.

February 10, 2023

This is your sign to get your friends involved in the movement.

Sex Trade 101: Prostitution and Sex Trafficking

Ending human trafficking and sexual exploitation requires a foundational understanding of the sex trade. By focusing on power dynamics, the demand for paid sex and the overrepresentation of marginalized communities, this month's webinar will introduce young people to the realities of the sex trade.