The Exodus Cry Podcast
Ep. 37 - What if Brothels Were as Common as Starbucks? | Benjamin Nolot & Helen Taylor
Jun 20, 2024
Benjamin Nolot, founder of Exodus Cry, and Helen Taylor, Vice President of Impact at the organization, discuss the Abolition Model of law, promoting the criminalization of sex purchases while decriminalizing sellers. They critique the normalization of prostitution and the ineffective legalization efforts in various countries. The conversation dives into the dangers of underage access to violent pornography, the exploitation inherent in the sex trade, and the urgent need for legislative reform to protect vulnerable individuals and combat human trafficking.
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Quick takeaways
- The podcast discusses the effectiveness of the Abolition Model, which criminalizes the purchase of sex to combat trafficking and protect vulnerable populations.
- Survivors play a crucial role in advocating against prostitution, using their testimonies to challenge narratives and influence policy changes.
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Significance of Australia and New Zealand in Trafficking
Australia and New Zealand are increasingly recognized as pivotal battlegrounds in the fight against sex trafficking and prostitution. The podcast emphasizes the lessons learned from the filmmakers' prior research, particularly in Sweden, which has adopted the abolition model to combat trafficking effectively. This model criminalizes the purchase of sex, a significant departure from the fully decriminalized approaches seen in countries such as the Netherlands, Australia, and New Zealand. As a result, these two countries have seen a notable rise in trafficking linked to their lenient prostitution laws, prompting a push for more effective legislation.
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