Global Sex Workers: Rights and Resistance

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What was signaled by the implicit distinction between forced and non-forced prostitution recognized by international agreements?

A change in the international community's view on prostitution. (correct)

An endorsement of all forms of prostitution.

A rejection of the notion of sex work as a legitimate choice.

A focus solely on the economic aspects of sex work.

Which statement accurately reflects the criticism surrounding the campaigns against forced prostitution?

They often link various forms of sex work negatively without distinction. (correct)

They have successfully improved the rights of all sex workers.

They primarily focus on the economic benefits of sex work.

They address the nuances of voluntary sex work in depth.

What does the concept of self-determination in the context of sex work imply?

Sex workers should be treated as innocent victims regardless of their choices.

Sex workers have the right to make autonomous choices about their work. (correct)

Sex work should be completely eradicated for moral reasons.

Sex workers should only engage in commercial sex under strict regulations.

How is the portrayal of forced prostitution commonly viewed in societal narratives?

As a matter of coerced innocence, largely shaped by cultural myths. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What misconception does the campaign against forced and child prostitution often reinforce?

That all sex work is inherently exploitative and abusive. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What impact does the moral condemnation of sex work have on the perceived rights of sex workers?

It often overshadows the discourse on voluntary sex workers' rights. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant consequence of the focus on forced prostitution in anti-trafficking campaigns?

A continuous reinforcement of the victims narrative that overshadows other realities. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How has the international community's view on women's rights evolved according to recent declarations?

There is a growing recognition that women's rights are human rights. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was a key outcome of the lobbying efforts at the 1995 United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women regarding prostitution?

The inclusion of 'forced' before any mention of prostitution in the conference document. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which feminist activist is noted for bringing attention to the issue of the 'white slave trade'?

Josephine Butler (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the repeal movement's perspective on prostitutes reflect a paradox in feminists' attitudes towards them?

The repeal movement considered prostitutes as both allies and victims. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What significant distinction does the text highlight regarding personal agency in sex work?

The division of sex work into purely voluntary or forced categories impacts self-determination. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary aim of the feminist campaign led by Josephine Butler against the Contagious Diseases Acts?

To repeal laws threatening women's civil liberties. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What effect did the early international focus on prostitution have on women's rights?

It encouraged increased governmental oversight of sexuality. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the implication of the forced vs. voluntary prostitution debate in the context of self-determination?

It complicates the conversation around sex workers’ rights and autonomy. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of the feminist campaign after the repeal of the Contagious Diseases Acts?

Society's perception of prostitution shifted to repressive measures. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What determines whether a victim is categorized as a victim of voluntary or forced prostitution?

The innocence of the victim (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which term is commonly used to describe how women are misled into prostitution?

Tricked (A) Signup and view all the answers

What conclusion do reports on trafficking often emphasize regarding women's choices?

Women are often forced into prostitution through deceptive means (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of conditions in sex work do reports suggest are the primary issues for those in the sex-industry?

Slavery-like conditions for those who have migrated (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which entities concluded that the image of the trafficking victim may be exaggerated?

GAATW and STV (D) Signup and view all the answers

What societal perspective is critiqued for influencing modern campaigns against prostitution?

Rigid sexual morality and paternalism (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of the sex industry does the content align with regarding human rights violations?

Prostitutes facing significant human rights violations (A) Signup and view all the answers

How do the notions of 'debt-bondage' and 'slavery-like conditions' relate to the sex industry?

They primarily affect those already engaged in sex work (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Global Sex Workers: Rights, Resistance, and Redefinition

Edited by Kamala Kempadoo and Jo Doezema
Published by Routledge, New York and London

Forced to Choose: Beyond the Voluntary vs. Forced Prostitution Dichotomy

Jo Doezema's chapter argues against using the voluntary/forced dichotomy to analyze sex worker experiences.
This framework is replacing abolitionist views of prostitution in international politics.
The chapter explores feminist activism and international instruments related to prostitution.
Early feminist campaigns, like Josephine Butler's, focused on the "white slave trade" and aimed to protect morality.
The introduction of the "voluntary/forced" dichotomy is examined as a shift from the previous abolitionist model.
This dichotomy was used to undermine sex workers' human rights.
Sex workers' rights have been subjugated, despite efforts for recognition at international conferences.
The chapter cites the 1995 UN Fourth World Conference on Women and efforts to include the word "forced"

Prostitution and International Politics

Early activism for international intervention in prostitution was significantly influenced in the 19th century by activists like Josephine Butler.
Aiming to fight the "white slave trade," feminists tried to repeal the Contagious Diseases Acts in Britain.
These acts criminalized and regulated women identified as "common prostitutes," forcing them to undergo medical examinations.
Feminists who opposed the acts also recognized the commonality of interests with sex workers, and the violation of civil liberties for all women.
These efforts were not always unified, sometimes using regulation and control as a means to fight prostitution..
The social purity movement took over this agenda, focusing on issues including child prostitution and the "white slave trade"

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Explore the intricate dynamics of sex worker rights and activism as discussed in Jo Doezema's chapter from 'Global Sex Workers: Rights, Resistance, and Redefinition'. This quiz examines the critique of the voluntary vs. forced prostitution framework and its implications for sex workers' human rights. Delve into feminist activism and the historical context of sex work rights in international politics.