Redefining Sex Work in the Republic of Georgia
The government of Georgia, while complying with current international standards to eradicate human trafficking, has inadvertently neglected the needs of female sex workers. By redefining sex work as a profession and an employment option for women in Georgia, international policy and programming can...
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| description | The government of Georgia, while complying with current international standards to eradicate human trafficking, has inadvertently neglected the needs of female sex workers. By redefining sex work as a profession and an employment option for women in Georgia, international policy and programming can reduce harm while confronting women’s economic realities. |
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| title_short | Redefining Sex Work in the Republic of Georgia |
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| topic | Social service Prostitution Human trafficking Women's employment Female sex workers Georgia (Republic) |
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