Sex Work in Nepal

Lisa Caviglia's "Sex Work in Nepal: The Making and Unmaking of a Category" investigates how 'sex work' is constructed and understood as both a social and analytical category within Nepal. Through an intimate ethnography, this book explores the lived experiences of individuals defined by this term, examining the interplay of socio-cultural norms, development interventions, media representations, and local community discourses that shape perceptions and practices related to sexual consumption.
Why You Should Read?
Gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding sex work in Nepal, moving beyond simplistic definitions.
Examine the significant influence of development aid projects and media on shaping the 'sex worker' category.
Challenge prevailing concepts of deviance and victimhood by exploring the agency, decision-making, and lives of those labeled as sex workers.
Rethink ideas of gender, objectification, marginality, and symbolic violence within a globalized local context.