We all know that here in Ireland, there is a demand for pornographic videos of sex work. We have argued for many years that this is the best and safest way to control the industry and are supported by voices such as Amnesty International. However, there are many misconceptions about this scheme, and it has indeed been spread in the press and on social media by anti-sex activist groups. Whether they are doing this out of ignorance or are taking part in a deliberate disinformation campaign is debatable. Today, we will look at these myths and debunk them for everyone reading this. So, without further ado, here we go.
Sex work using pornographic videos leads to increased human trafficking
No, no. Laws against human trafficking would not change, and this approach would combat human trafficking more effectively.
Why? By removing the threat of arrest, sex employees become allies in the fight against human trafficking, and more trafficking victims are likely to come forward knowing that they will not sue.
Sex work in porn videos encourages more people to have sex
The same applies here. No. People do it anyway, and the current system can’t stop it. Some are encouraged to stay in the industry longer than they would like because they have to put their beliefs on their resume, which reduces their chances of getting another job.
Porn videos encourage pimping
If women know they won’t get in trouble, they can run their businesses because everything is open. Pushing them underground can bring in nefarious characters who wouldn’t otherwise get involved.
Porn videos increase customer demand
There’s no magical porn boom because the demand is there anyway. This measure is not necessary because customers already know where the escort sites and local brothels are.
If it’s pushed underground, some customers will take advantage of the secrecy and abuse sex workers. By making porn videos, we can put better safety measures in place to help the women affected.
By making porn videos, we’re saying it’s
This couldn’t be further from the truth. People are free to think that sex work is appalling. It’s a human right. By taking this step, you’re simply acknowledging that it is a fact and figuring out how to protect best those who do it anyway. Making everything clear and explicit allows you to do that.
