Paju City Opens the Only Self-Support Center for Victims of Prostitution in Northern Gyeonggi

Extension of Prostitution Zone Closures
Active Support for Rehabilitation and Independence of Victims of Prostitution

Paju City in Gyeonggi Province announced on the 17th that it opened the only self-support center for victims of prostitution in the northern Gyeonggi region on the 16th, as part of its ongoing efforts to shut down prostitution zones. The city also stated that it plans to more actively support the rehabilitation and independence of victims.

Kim Kyungil, mayor of Paju City, opened the only self-support center for victims of prostitution in the northern Gyeonggi region on the 16th and is taking a commemorative photo with attendees. Provided by Paju City

The self-support center, which officially opened after being selected for a Gyeonggi Province public project in March this year, is designed to help victims of prostitution achieve stable recovery and independence. The center will support the development of daily living skills and technical abilities through the operation of a shared workshop, vocational training, and internship programs.

In addition, the center plans to provide a multifaceted foundation for rehabilitation, including professional counseling for psychological and emotional recovery, as well as support for rebuilding social networks through communal living, so that victims can return as healthy members of society.

The establishment of this center is an extension of Paju City's strong policy to close prostitution zones, which has been pursued since 2023 through administrative enforcement against illegal buildings, "Owl" activities with Paju citizens, and walking tours. With the enactment of the "Ordinance on Self-Support for Victims of Prostitution," which extends the support period to a maximum of three years, and the opening of the self-support center, the city has further strengthened its support system for the rehabilitation and independence of victims of prostitution.

The city also noted that, following the closure of the self-support center in Dongducheon in June this year, the newly opened Paju City Self-Support Center is now the only facility of its kind operating in the northern Gyeonggi region.

Kim Kyungil, mayor of Paju City, stated, "Paju City has always prioritized the closure of prostitution zones and the healthy reintegration of victims of prostitution into society." He added, "The Self-Support Center for Victims of Prostitution will serve as a strong foundation, helping victims regain their independence and lead fulfilling lives through professional counseling, vocational training, and self-support programs."

He also emphasized, "A world without prostitution, a world without violence and exploitation, a world of gender equality is a dream we all share. Paju City will continue to spare no effort in supporting the rehabilitation and independence of victims of prostitution so that they can become confident members of our society."

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