Celebrating Sex Positivity and Empowerment: My Experience at the Amber Rose SlutWalk
On Sunday, October 1st, 2017, I had attended the 3rd Annual Amber Rose SlutWalk in Downtown LA’s Pershing Square. The event was a powerful gathering of sex positivity, sexual health, and freedom of sexual expression, bringing together thousands of people from all walks of life.
Participants across the spectrum—regardless of gender, race, age, class, and profession—came together for this gathering. It was a day packed with exciting activities, contests, giveaways, vendor booths, educational panels, and powerful speakers, all united by a common goal: to break down harmful sexual stereotypes and promote gender equality.
A Festival of Expression and Empowerment
The Amber Rose SlutWalk is not just an event; it’s a movement. The festival atmosphere was electric, with live DJs, performances, panel discussions, and a march where participants walked with their signs. There were also free breast cancer exams and HIV testing, highlighting the event’s commitment to sexual health and well-being.
What made the SlutWalk genuinely unforgettable was the openness and diversity of the crowd. No specific “type” of person attended—no need to have an activist background or expertise in gender issues. The only requirement? A willingness to be inspired and take action on our generation’s issues around equality and sexuality.
The Mission Behind the Movement
At its core, the SlutWalk stands up for gender equality, fights against slut-shaming, and advocates for sexual freedom for all. It’s about shedding harmful stereotypes and reclaiming the narrative around sexual expression.
People showed up in their best outfits, ready to strut and celebrate their individuality. The SlutWalk gave everyone the space to express themselves freely and without judgment, all while supporting one another in a shared cause.
A Day of Unity and Support
One of the most powerful aspects of the SlutWalk was the sense of unity and support among attendees. It was a day for breaking down barriers, standing up for equal rights, and coming together as a community. Whether it was through educational booths, inspiring speeches, or simply dancing to live music, the SlutWalk brought people together in a way that felt meaningful and transformative.
It’s events like these that remind us of the importance of collective action, and the Amber Rose SlutWalk provides the perfect platform for individuals to show their support for a more inclusive and equal world.
Check out the video I created of this unforgettable day below!
