When you hear or use the word "sex worker," what's the first thing that comes to mind?

"Would that be the perfect job for my family or friends?"

When you hear or use the word "sex worker," what's the first thing that comes to mind?

Do you ever think, "Would that be the perfect job for my family or friends?"

So, if you were considering a career change and looking for a job, would escort services or OnlyFans be at the top of your list?

I highly doubt the answer to either of these questions is "no." Because:

How many jobs actually require the use of drugs or alcohol?

The answer is: None.

When people use the term "sex work" casually, they often see it as a "job option" for migrants or people with addictions and never seriously consider whether it would be suitable for their family.

Have you ever wondered: If prostitution were truly just a job, why do you have to be at least 18 years old to do it? In many industries, students can legally work from the age of 15, but in prostitution, they have to wait until they are 18.

I don't see it as a job; but even if it were, does that mean the bedroom becomes the workplace, the bed the workplace?

How can a bedroom be a workplace for any man or woman in this world? How can a bed be a workplace?

I don't see it as a job; but if it's defined as such, then men become "clients" and sex workers become "products."

When a person is viewed as a product, they become a commodity to be bought and sold. This view is often justified with the statement:

"Prostitution is the oldest profession in the world."

However, the internationally renowned speaker and survivor Rachel Moran has a completely different perspective. Her debut book summed up the essence of prostitution in just two words:

"Paid rape."

Films like *Hustlers* and platforms like OnlyFans have glorified and commodified an industry that existed in secret for generations, characterized by shame, secrecy, and stigma.

The truth is: If prostitution were a legitimate profession, it would have long since been presented and promoted at universities or schools as part of career information days. But reality is different: No one has ever advocated for the recognition of prostitution as a profession—there are no presentations, no workshops, and no support. It has always been despised and not considered a respectable career option for young people.

The Reality Behind Legalization

The debate surrounding the legalization of prostitution has never died down. The reason why the so-called "advantages" are repeatedly cited is that society doesn't truly understand the reality of "sex for money."

Even more undeniable is the fact that many so-called "clients" frequently desire sexual relations with minors—which is a crime in itself.

Another major problem with legalization is that it often leads to an increase in human trafficking and makes it harder for victims to understand their situation. How can a victim be considered a victim when an entire industry fails to acknowledge that its actions violate human bodies and human rights?

One can even go further and ask: How can prostitution be "safe"?

A panic button is not the solution. Even if the law mandates that every brothel install such a button, the sexual assault has already occurred by the time the button is pressed.

Furthermore, many people are unaware that for some men, prostitution often becomes a "training ground"—they are not seeking sexual gratification, but rather power, control, and dominance over others.

In fact, there have been cases where men used sex work as a pretext to physically assault sex workers and were later charged with rape or even murder of strangers.


Indeed, there have been cases where men used sex work as a pretext to physically harm sex workers and were later charged with rape or even murder of strangers.

Social Stigma and Public Perception

Should prostitution be legalized, the challenge lies in the fact that most sex workers are reluctant to publicly identify with this industry due to persistent shame and stigma.

Furthermore, after leaving the industry, they often fear being haunted by their past and making a fresh start difficult.

Exchanging sex for money when there is no other option is not a true "choice"; relying on drugs or alcohol before, during, and after the transaction to achieve a dissociative state does not demonstrate free will.

While sex can be sold, the price is social exclusion—no one wants prostitution on their doorstep. It is considered "inferior," which is why many people are reluctant to see sex workers in their neighborhoods.