Sheri's Ranch Sex Workers Unionize

Sex workers at Sheri s Ranch, a brothel in United States — Nevada, are fighting to form the nation's first union for sex workers, called United Brothel Workers, represented by the Communications Workers of America. This effort was spurred by a new independent contractor agreement issued in December by Sheri s Ranch, which would give the brothel control over the women's intellectual property and likeness without permission. Workers like Jupiter Jetson and Molly Wylder expressed concerns that these terms would make it difficult to leave the industry and pursue other opportunities. The workers also seek better wages, health insurance, and protection of their intellectual property. Jupiter Jetson and two others were allegedly fired after the unionization effort became known, with the Communications Workers of America fighting for their rehiring. The success of the unionization hinges on whether the sex workers are classified as independent contractors or employees, with workers arguing they are treated as employees due to set schedules and revenue sharing.