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Systematic Review of Feminist Theories on Sex Work

Author(s) Kudzai-Vimbiso Tseriwa
Country Zimbabwe
Abstract Academic and legal researchers alike are passionately debating the theoretical and frequently political underpinning of sexual exploitation and sex work among women. The macro perspective is emphasised most frequently in the theoretical literature in this field, whereas the micro-level perspective on theory and causation is still underrepresented. Although there are many and varied theoretical explanations of sexual exploitation and sex work at the social level, these explanations are few and underdeveloped at the individual level. The divisive philosophical and ethical arguments between macro-level perspectives not only affect other macro systems (like the law), but also decide whether a woman will ever elect to exchange sex for money. In their writings and lectures, academic and legal researchers alike incorporate competing theoretical ideas, such as the utilisation of sex labour vs. sexual exploitation. On the other hand, micro-level theories make attempts to explain the victimisation, entry into, and escape from sexual exploitation and sex work but lack strong empirical backing. One school of thought suggests strongly that sex work is oppression and exploitation of women while the other contends that women are autonomous and can determine how to utilise their bodies. In light of this, the goal of this article is to have an understanding of the differing feminist views on the trade of sex through undertaking a systematic review of feminist theories related to sex work.
Keywords Sex Work, Exploitation, Feminist Theories, Agency, Consent
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 5, Issue 3, May-June 2023
Published On 2023-05-12
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2023.v05i03.2869
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