In Groningen, too many abuses are still taking place within unlicensed prostitution. Sex workers who want to work legally have hardly any choice, as only the windows in Nieuwstad are available. For some sex workers, that workspace does not fit. The municipality also has no insight into male sex workers because they are only active in the unlicensed part. Sex work is the oldest profession in the world and deserves respect, freedom of choice, and good protection.
In Groningen, too many abuses are still taking place within unlicensed prostitution. Sex workers who want to work legally have hardly any choice, as only the windows in Nieuwstad are available. For some sex workers, that workspace does not fit. The municipality also has no insight into male sex workers because they are only active in the unlicensed part. Sex work is the oldest profession in the world and deserves respect, freedom of choice, and good protection.
SEX WORK
We ensure that the municipality has a clear understanding of new forms of sex work, such as online sex work, and develops appropriate policies. Sex workers who do not work behind a window must have the same opportunities to work safely and autonomously as other sex workers. Therefore, we are adding more flexible, licensed workplaces that guarantee safety and well-being. These workplaces are an addition and not a replacement for the windows in Nieuwstad.
We provide an accessible drop-in center for men and transgender individuals in the sex work industry, alongside the existing drop-in center for women. Similar to Antwerp, this drop-in center offers space for STD testing, support, or simply to have a chat.
We ensure that the municipality has a clear understanding of new forms of sex work, such as online sex work, and develops appropriate policies. Sex workers who do not work behind a window must have the same opportunities to work safely and autonomously as other sex workers. Therefore, we are adding more flexible, licensed workplaces that guarantee safety and well-being. These workplaces are an addition and not a replacement for the windows in Nieuwstad.
We provide an accessible drop-in center for men and transgender individuals in the sex work industry, alongside the existing drop-in center for women. Similar to Antwerp, this drop-in center offers space for STD testing, support, or simply to have a chat.