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Belgium Revolutionizes Sex Work Rights With New Legislation

A view of an empty chair inside of a sex worker's booth, in Antwerp, Belgium, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020. (AP Photo/Virginia Mayo, File)

Belgium has made significant strides in the recognition and protection of sex workers by implementing a new law that allows them to sign formal employment contracts and gain labor rights on par with other professions. This legal breakthrough, set to take effect starting Sunday, is being hailed as a 'revolution' in the industry.

One of the key provisions of the new law is the establishment of fundamental rights for sex workers, including the right to refuse clients, choose their practices, and halt an act at any moment. This marks a significant shift in the treatment of sex workers and aims to empower them in their profession.

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