Prostitute is derived from the Latin prostituta. Some sources cite the verb as a composition of "pro" meaning "up front" or … See more

Although historically it was suggested that peoples of the Ancient Near East engaged in sacred prostitution based on accounts of ancient Greek authors like Herodotus, the veracity of these claims has been seriously questioned … See more

Prostitutes' salaries and payments fluctuate according to the economic conditions of their respective countries. Prostitutes who usually have foreign clients, such as business travelers, depend on good foreign economic c… See more

The position of prostitution and the law varies widely worldwide, reflecting differing opinions on victimhood and exploitation, inequality, gender roles, gender equality, ethics and morality, freedom of choice, historical … See more

Survival sex is when the prostitute is driven to prostitution by a need for basic necessities such as food or shelter.
Drug addiction is associated with increased odds of survival sex work.
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Sex trafficking is defined as using coercion or force to transport an unwilling person into prostitution or other sexual exploitation. The United Nations stated in 2009 that sex trafficking is the most commonly identified form of hu… See more