look news india
Belgium has become the first country to enact a law to give sex workers the same facilities as regular workers. Under the new Belgian law, sex workers will also be able to work under a contract that will include benefits such as health insurance, pension, sick leave, maternity leave, etc. That means it will be recognized as a job. In 2022, Belgium decriminalized this profession. Apart from Belgium, this profession is also legally recognized in Peru and Türkiye.
Earlier sex workers had to work illegally in erotic massage parlors and other places. In return they used to get cash money. This was an open door to exploitation. Now the new law states that even while recruiting sex workers, it is necessary to check their criminal records. Furthermore, it is the responsibility of the recruiter to treat his employees with respect.
However, several organizations have criticized the new law. They say that this will encourage prostitution and increase human trafficking. While others say that it is the reality of the society that there are sex workers. It may be overt or covert. Sex workers also have the right to live with dignity and security.
Sex workers believe that they are often subjected to exploitation against their will. If the law is in their favor then they can easily oppose it. Apart from this, if the employer misbehaves then action can also be taken against him. Let us tell you here that during the Corona epidemic, sex workers had come to the streets due to lack of work. After this, demonstrations took place across the country and the government gave it legal recognition.