Background
Sex workers, known also as prostitutes, are people who earn a living by providing sexual services. Prostitution is one of the longest surviving professions in the world. Attitudes surrounding prostitution have evolved over time from a celebrated necessity to a cultural evil.
At present, it is illegal in many countries and regions. Although prostitution in Hong Kong is legal, sex workers in Hong Kong are often marginalized, discriminated against and denied by the society, which leads to their deprivation of many basic human rights. Such actions could impede themselves from seeking legal protection and redress when violated (e.g. non-payment, rape, violence). In addition, there is always the risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases in this profession.
There are still several laws restricting their sex work. For example, the notable law on “soliciting for immoral purposes” (CAP 200, no 147) indirectly bans street bargaining and puts sex workers in a very vulnerable position.
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