Promoting Recovery: The Benefits of Decriminalizing Sex Work
Grade Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
Major
Social Work
Minor
N/A
2nd Grade Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
2nd Student Major
Social Work
2nd Student Minor
N/A
3rd Grade Level at Time of Presentation
Senior
3rd Student Major
Social Work
3rd Student Minor
Child and Family Studies
Institution
Eastern Kentucky University
KY House District #
80
KY Senate District #
15
Faculty Advisor/ Mentor
Stephanie Adams
Department
Social Work
Abstract
Research shows that there has been an increase in sex work that is in direct correlation with the heightened legislation criminalizing this area of work. Common areas of sex work are prostitution, adult filmography, and exotic dancing. Situations of trafficking, inability to leave occupation, or consented work may all apply to this study. Current laws and regulations encourage negative mentalities and oppressive attitudes that lead to stigmatization of this population in society. The goal is to ensure an environment that is healthy and secure for these adult entertainers, while decreasing stigma. Our efforts are not to legalize, but decriminalize sex work in methods that can allow the shift from punitive consequences to recovery and rehabilitation in regards to the appropriate case-by-case basis. Our poster is intended to provide information that will lead to legislative actions that are sensitive to the specific needs of the population of the adult entertainment industry.
Promoting Recovery: The Benefits of Decriminalizing Sex Work
Research shows that there has been an increase in sex work that is in direct correlation with the heightened legislation criminalizing this area of work. Common areas of sex work are prostitution, adult filmography, and exotic dancing. Situations of trafficking, inability to leave occupation, or consented work may all apply to this study. Current laws and regulations encourage negative mentalities and oppressive attitudes that lead to stigmatization of this population in society. The goal is to ensure an environment that is healthy and secure for these adult entertainers, while decreasing stigma. Our efforts are not to legalize, but decriminalize sex work in methods that can allow the shift from punitive consequences to recovery and rehabilitation in regards to the appropriate case-by-case basis. Our poster is intended to provide information that will lead to legislative actions that are sensitive to the specific needs of the population of the adult entertainment industry.