Top 5 Myths About The Nordic Model
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The Myths | The Facts |
Myth 1It reduces human trafficking. | Fact 1There is no evidence that the Nordic model reduces human trafficking. |
Myth 2It makes women safer in the sex industry. | Fact 2Female sex workers in countries that have adopted this legislation overwhelmingly report feeling less safe. |
Myth 3It reduces demand for sexual services. | Fact 3The Nordic model does not reduce demand for sexual services, instead the industry is driven underground. |
Myth 4It is the same thing as decriminalisation. | Fact 4Clients and sex industry owner/managers are criminalised under Nordic Model laws. |
Myth 5It is widely supported by academics and feminists. | Fact 5Only a minority of academics and some (radical) feminists support it. |
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Last updated: 29 March 2020