Alarmingly, there is a growing movement to fully decriminaliz She is among a growing number of people who mistakenly believe that full-decriminalization will lead to a decrease in trafficking and exploitation and that it is the solution for increasing safety for prostituted people.
Even Amnesty International and The World Health Organization are getting behind decriminalization while an increasing number of states are including it in their legislative agenda. The exploited, trafficked, voiceless, marginalized and most vulnerable tend not to speak up as often or as loudly.
Their voices are not being heard in this discussion and they need to be. As a survivor of exploitation, I know what it is like to feel trapped and not see other options or a way out. I acknowledge that many of you were in positions where prostitution was the only way you could keep a roof over your head or food on the table for you and your children.
My goal is not to judge that. In fact, my hope in writing this is to see systemic change where prostitution is not the only viable option for your survival. I want to see the kind of change that will enable you to pursue you dreams and passions and live a thriving life. Please hear my heart in this. If you need support, we are here for you. For the rest of you, I want you to know that
