On the Decriminalization of Sex Work in China [electronic resource] : HIV and Patients’ Rights /
Meng, Jinmei.author.
This study argues that the decriminalization of sex work in China can contribute to HIV prevention and human rights protection. The argument is supported by six key concepts: the universality of human rights, rights-based approaches to HIV, sex work as work, risk environment for HIV transmission, decriminalization of sex work as a preferred model for HIV prevention, and rights-based responses to HIV and sex work. Three research methods are used, including research methods from law, social science, and public health. Recommendations are provided to reform Chinese law and HIV policy.
Description based upon print version of record.
Cover; Half-Title; Title; Copyright; Contents; Preface; Acknowledgments; List of Abbreviations; One Introduction; Two Conceptual Framework; Three Anti-Prostitution Law and Human Rights; Four Responses to HIV and Sex Work; Five Impacts of Anti-prostitution Policing on HIV Risks of Sex Workers; Six Conclusion and Recommendations: Decriminalization of Sex Work; References; Index; International human rights laws; International health policy; China domestic legislation; China health policy related to HIV
Includes bibliographical references and index.
This study argues that the decriminalization of sex work in China can contribute to HIV prevention and human rights protection. The argument is supported by six key concepts: the universality of human rights, rights-based approaches to HIV, sex work as work, risk environment for HIV transmission, decriminalization of sex work as a preferred model for HIV prevention, and rights-based responses to HIV and sex work. Three research methods are used, including research methods from law, social science, and public health. Recommendations are provided to reform Chinese law and HIV policy.
Political sociology.
Social justice.
Human rights.
Asia—Politics and government.
Welfare state.
Social service.
Social policy.
Political Sociology.
Social Justice, Equality and Human Rights.
Asian Politics.
Politics of the Welfare State.
Social Work and Community Development.
Social Policy.