A Qualitative Study on the Factors Influencing the Choice of Working as a Commercial Seks Workers at Bandar Baru, Deliserdang, North Sumatera

Abstract

Background: The risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases is high among persons who exchange sex for money or non-monetary items. This study aimed to decsribe the factors influencing the choice of working as a commercial seks workers (CSWs) at Bandar Baru, Deliserdang, North Sumatera. Subjects and Method: A qualitative study was carried out at Bandar Baru Whore House, Deli Serdang, North Sumatera. A sample of informants was selected for this study, including CSWs and pimps. The study theme was factors influencing the choice of working as a CSW. The data were collected by indepth interview and direct observation. Results: The main reason for being a CSW was ease of earning money to support their lifestyle including consumption of illicit expensive drugs. Conclusion: Commercial sex work is chosen to support costly lifestyle. Keywords: commercial sex worker, lifestyle, HIV/AIDS