When we talk about ending violence against sex workers, one of the most powerful tools we have isn’t another round of policing or another set of restrictive laws - it’s decriminalization.

The morning after the 2025 election feels a little like waking up after a storm - the sky’s clearer, but the debris is still everywhere.

Myth #10: Ending Demand Will End Sex Work “End demand” laws—often marketed under the more palatable name of the Nordic Model—are...

Myth 8: Criminalization Protects Vulnerable People This myth frames laws against sex work as protective measures for vulnerable...

From city zoning boards to neighborhood watch meetings, sex work is often blamed for everything from falling property values to rising crime.

Reality: Evidence from New Zealand and parts of Australia shows the opposite—decriminalization can improve safety, reduce exploitation, and increase cooperation with law enforcement for actual trafficking cases.