Veronica Achibeta Were

Veronica Achibeta Were is the program lead for safety from violence at SWOP Ambassadors, a sex worker-led organization in Kenya. She has been a vocal advocate for the rights and safety of sex workers, emphasizing the need for decriminalization to protect individuals in the profession from violence and discrimination. Were has highlighted the systemic failures in the legal system that leave sex workers vulnerable and calls for the official acknowledgment of their experiences to shape policies that ensure their protection.