In this two-part course radical feminist Julie Bindel draws on decades of experience working with sex workers to give her own account of the sex-industry, arguing that criminalising the consumer is the only path to true equality.
In this course you will learn:
- The evidence behind the ‘happy hooker’ idea.
- The impact of legalisation of sex work on those in the trade.
- How Bindel thinks we should stop sexual violence and end-trafficking.
Through video lectures, questions and suggested reading discover the truth about the sex-work industry. Share your ideas and support your learning through our discussion boards and test your knowledge with questions throughout the course.
Requirements:
This course is open to anyone who wants to learn more about the politics of the sex-industry and its place in the fight for gender equality. No prior knowledge is required to take this course.
Course Syllabus
- Part One: Tolerance and Mythologies
Is the myth of the ‘happy hooker’ a delusion? Julie Bindel argues that we need to throw the story out.
- Part Two: The Future of Sex Work
What does the evidence from legalising sex work show? And how should we tackle the suffering of those working in the industry?