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Raised In Care: Sex Work Was Her Only Option

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Aug 26, 2024
Chiela Rosa, a Dutch sex worker with a decade of experience, opens up about her life after growing up in the harsh Dutch care system. She reveals how sex work became her only career choice and discusses the emotional toll of her upbringing. Chiela makes serious allegations against prominent porn producers, exposing issues of abuse and lack of consent in the adult film industry. Her candid reflections offer a glimpse into the struggles of seeking empowerment and self-respect in a challenging field.
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ANECDOTE

Chiela's Childhood

  • Chiela Rosa grew up in the Dutch care system, moving between 27 different orphanages.
  • She was denied contact with her family and told it was her fault she was there.
INSIGHT

Orphanage Conditions

  • The orphanages were not child-friendly; kids were treated like grown-ups and often medicated.
  • Chiela alleges they tested medications on children, exploiting their lack of parental oversight.
ANECDOTE

Leaving the System

  • Upon turning 18, Chiela was put on the streets with no job, home, or real-world education.
  • Her address history from the care system prevented her from getting jobs or attending school.
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