Wiesbaden Marks International Day Against Prostitution with Nordic Model Advocacy
On October 4 and 5, Wiesbaden will host a series of events marking the International Day Against Prostitution. Huschke Mau, a former sex worker and activist, will participate, advocating for the Nordic Model. This model aims to combat prostitution-related violence and exploitation by criminalizing the purchase of sex while decriminalizing its sale.
The 24-hour performance by Hochschule RheinMain students on the Dern'schen grounds will kick off the event. Mau, a renowned expert and founder of the Ella network, will give a lecture on October 4, sharing her experiences and insights into prostitution's societal context.
The International Day Against Prostitution, observed annually on October 5, aims to raise awareness of the harmful effects of prostitution and the exploitation of women within it. Since 2000, at least 119 women have been murdered in prostitution in Germany, with another 69 surviving attempts, and six women remain missing. Almost all prostitutes have experienced emotional, physical, and sexual violence before entering the industry. The exhibition 'Faceless - Women in Prostitution' at the Kunsthaus Wiesbaden until October 26 further highlights these issues.
The events in Wiesbaden, led by Mau's advocacy for the Nordic Model, seek to shed light on the harsh realities of prostitution and its impact on women. They aim to spark conversation and action towards reducing violence and exploitation within the industry.
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