“Destigmatizing Sex Work” will tackle the complex issues surrounding sex work and the urgent need to eliminate the social stigma associated with it. Sex workers and healthcare professionals will approach the topic from a human rights, public health, and socio-economic perspective, aiming to challenge preconceptions, encourage empathy, explore progressive approaches to support and empower sex workers and navigate different realities. Through thoughtful discourse, the panel seeks to contribute to a more informed and enlightened perspective on a topic often fraught with misunderstanding and bias.