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le Shaw and The Cupcake Girls partner to address systemic issues in the sex work industry le Shaw, the International Sexual Health and Wellness Research Institute, is excited to announce their new partnership with The Cupcake Girls, a nonprofit organization dedicated to sex workers and survivors of sex trafficking.   The Cupcake Girls offer essen
le Shaw and SWOP Behind Bars announces a new alliance for human rights and advocacy. Le Shaw, the International Sexual Health and Wellness Research Institute, proudly announces its partnership with SWOP Behind Bars, a national social justice network dedicated to advocating for the fundamental human rights of sex workers, victims of trafficking, an
Le Shaw, the International Sexual Health and Wellness Research Institute, is thrilled to announce its new collaboration with the Woodhull Freedom Foundation, an organization dedicated to advocating for sexual freedom as a fundamental human right. Named after suffragist Victoria Woodhull, the foundation focuses on challenging sexual repression and a
Breaking Barriers: Le Shaw Partners with New Moon Network to Promote Sex-Positive Advocacy le Shaw, the International Sexual Health and Wellness Research Institute, is proud to announce their strategic partnership with New Moon Network, an intermediary fund dedicated to resourcing sex worker and survivor-led organizations in the United States.  
Camming is a billion-dollar industry built on models. Yet, little is known about their experience. This study will assess the health, work conditions, and motivations of cam models, as well as how technology empowers them. 
Understanding the online performer-client relationships   The Investment Model, with its focus on satisfaction, quality of alternatives, and investments, offers a valuable framework for understanding the dynamics of online relationships, particularly those between cam performers and their clients. Despite the unique nature of these relationships,
le Shaw Director, Bobbi Bidochka, and Scientific Director Dr. Simon Dube attended the 17th Congress of the European Federation of Sexology in Bologna, Italy to learn from the presentations, network with researchers, always on the look out for future research collaborations! The European Federation of Sexology recognizes sexuality as central to hum
le Shaw Director, Bobbi Bidochka, attended the 2024 xBiz Miami annual event. xBiz is the adult industry’s leading publisher of business news and information, providing up-to-the-minute coverage of the industry at XBIZ.com and in two monthly publications – XBIZ World for the digital media market and XBIZ Premiere for the retail market. In addition,
From Shadows to Spotlight: The Future of Online Sex Work Research by Lindsay Blewett, Ph.D. candidate at York University. This review yielded 74 articles, nearly two-thirds of which were published after the pandemic began, signaling a growing interest from the academic community. A significant portion also focused on webcam modeling.
LUXEMBOURG—Byborg Enterprises SA announces the appointment of two distinguished leaders to spearhead its Le Shaw International Sexual Health and Wellness Research Institute. See more
Le Shaw, the International Sexual Health and Wellness Research Institute sponsors The Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality Annual Conference 2023, as a supporter for Equity & Justice in Sexuality Research (EJSR). See more
Athena Gayle is a Sex Copywriter whose collaborated with countless sextech startups, sexual pleasure brands, and sex coaches, bringing them to the fore of their respective industries. Athena is passionate about the kink community and promoting great sex lives.
Jenna Owsianik, a seasoned journalist and sextech expert, offers over a decade of experience covering sexual wellness, health, and cutting-edge sex technologies. Her academic credentials include a Master’s in Journalism from The University of British Columbia and an Honors Bachelor of Arts in Women’s Studies and Feminist Research from Western…