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Implementation of the Nordic Model: a comparative analysis

In the early 2000’s, laws recognizing prostituted persons as victims began to emerge. The Swedish model, later referred to as the Nordic Model as it is largely followed beyond Sweden, implements the decriminalization and support of persons involved in prostitution, the criminalization of the purchase of sex acts, the criminalization of sex buyers and procurers, public awareness and prevention. Today, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Canada, Northern Ireland, France, Ireland and Israel have adopted this model. Through the comparative analysis of these countries, what are the outcomes of the laws inspired of the Nordic model?