International Women’s Day is a powerful reminder to celebrate the achievements, resilience, and creativity of women around the world—including the talented creators and performers who inspire our community every day. This day is about more than recognition. It’s about amplifying women’s voices, championing equality, and highlighting the unique impact women have on our industry and beyond.
In this special Model Spotlight, we’re honoring women from our community who break barriers, share their stories, and empower others through their work and presence in the adult entertainment industry. Keep reading as we interview Jasmine Sherni, Casey Calvert, Alex Kekesi (Pornhub’s VP of Brand and Community), Bobbii Rose, and Cherie DeVille.
Jasmine Sherni
What does International Women’s Day mean to you, and why is it important to recognize women today?
Honestly, I would love it if we took it upon ourselves as a society to recognize and uplift women every day. For me, it is a day to really step into recognizing the accomplishments of not just the great women of history, but every single woman who puts in tireless and unseen labor. I think there are so many contributions women have given to society, big and small, that go completely unrecognized.
When we look at where we are today, I think it’s especially important for these contributions to be recognized because so many of our rights in society are being questioned and in some instances taken away, especially when we look at trans women, women of color, and women in marginalized groups. That in conjunction with the rise of polarizing media, I think now more than ever it’s important for us as women to be able to come together and recognize our combined strength.
We’ve seen you share valuable industry tips to help other creators on your social media. How does this year’s “Give to Gain” theme resonate with you?
I wouldn’t be where I am in this industry without other women who helped me. Sarah Arabic for example, has given me an incredible amount of knowledge and insight, especially when I started stepping into collaborating with other creators, working on set, and going to events and expos.
Maintaining a community over competition mindset is incredibly important to me. When I step back and look around, especially when I look at top performers who inspire me, every single one of them uplifts and pours back into their comrades and coworkers.
Hold up your fellow creators and performers. Speak their names in rooms they’re not in. Help them when they need a hand. No one is in this alone. And if you feel alone, let someone know. Because you don’t have to be.
Casey Calvert
What does International Women’s Day mean to you, and why is it important to recognize women today?
It’s a day to celebrate women, all women, and highlight their social, cultural, creative, and political achievements. It’s also a day to remind the world that while huge strides have been made in gender equality, we still have so much more work to do. Feminist discourse still so often leaves out the stories and experiences of women of color and trans women – I mean, case in point, I’m a white AFAB (assigned female at birth) person doing this interview. In so many contexts, including within the adult industry, women are still striving for actual equality.
Alex Kekesi
What does International Women’s Day mean to you, and why is it important to recognize women today?
Honestly, every day is International Women’s Day as far as I’m concerned. I am a girl’s girl first and always, above all. The advancement of women’s rights and the championing of the feminist cause are integral to me and the way that I live and work.
This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is “Give to Gain.” How can women uplift themselves and each other through the art of giving?
To me there is an immediate link here to the way that advocating for sex worker rights is sometimes problematically and erroneously framed as being not part of or even going against the general struggle for gender equality. It is still a marginal cause, unfortunately. While I think that there has been important progress on this front in recent years, sex workers are sometimes still excluded from important causes and conversations. Advocating for sex worker rights is advocating for women’s rights, for BIPOC rights, for disability rights... the list goes on. I believe that in giving more time and attention to the struggle for sex worker rights, women everywhere and from all walks stand to gain on so many fronts.
Bobbii Rose
What does International Women’s Day mean to you, and why is it important to recognize women today?
It’s about who I’ve always known myself to be, and transitioning just allowed me to live honestly. It’s such an important day for all women to be recognized, acknowledged and given the respect we all deserve. It’s such a hostile environment in the world today, we have to do anything and everything needed to stand up and resist all of the madness aimed at us. Women are strong, powerful, and basically make the world go round, so we deserve our flowers, plain and simple.
International Women’s Day is visibility and recognition, and for me as a trans woman, it represents the right to live openly and authentically as myself. It’s a reminder that womanhood isn’t just one story or one experience; it’s diverse, resilient, and powerful. Recognizing women today means honoring all the ways we show up, lead, survive, and support one another. Womanhood is not something I feel like I entered alone, it’s something I share in solidarity with other women. It’s about honoring the women who paved the way, standing with those still fighting to be seen and committed to lifting each other up.
With “Give to Gain” as this year’s International Women’s Day theme, in what ways can acts of generosity empower women and strengthen their communities?
“Give to Gain” means that when we invest in one another through mentorship, advocacy, emotional support or opportunity we all rise. Acts of generosity create safety, confidence, and access. When women share knowledge, open doors, and stand up for each other, we strengthen not just as individuals but entire communities.
From my perspective as a trans woman, “Give to Gain” speaks to the transformative power of inclusion and solidarity. Generosity isn’t just about giving resources, it’s about giving validation, opportunity and space to belong/exist. I’ve experienced how a simple act of support like being welcomed, affirmed, or amplified can make such a difference between isolation and empowerment. When we choose to uplift one another, we don’t lose anything. We gain stronger communities, broader perspectives, and a more equitable future where all women are seen, valued and able to thrive
Cherie DeVille
What does International Women’s Day mean to you, and why is it important to recognize women today?
International Women’s Day is a reminder that progress for women never happens by accident. It comes from women supporting each other, speaking up loudly, and refusing to accept limits placed on us by the patriarchy. In my career especially, I’ve seen how powerful it is when women claim ownership over their careers, their bodies, and their voices. Celebrating women matters because equality isn’t a finished project, it’s something we have to actively fight for and build together every day.
The theme “give to gain” highlights the power of generosity. How has giving back to your community or colleagues impacted your personal or professional growth? Can you share any specific examples of how this approach has made a difference in your journey?
I truly believe this industry works best when we lift each other up instead of competing. Mentoring newer performers, sharing business knowledge, or simply being someone people feel safe coming to has created stronger relationships and a better work environment around me. Ironically, the more I’ve focused on helping others succeed, the more opportunities and trust have come back to me professionally. Giving doesn’t diminish you. It expands you and your community.
Want to read more? Make sure to check out part 2 of our 2026 International Women’s Day blog here.
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