Risky sexual behavior practices in the former Pucuk Jambi localization and distribution of commercial sex workers (CSWs) in Jambi Province: A qualitative study with snowball approach
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https://doi.org/10.22437/proca.v1i2.50524Keywords:
Sexually transmitted infections; commercial sex workers; risk behavior; snowball sampling; JambiAbstract
Background: Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) represent a significant health concern among Commercial Sex Workers (CSWs). Jambi Provincial Statistics Agency data from 2023 showed 217 STI cases and 825 cumulative AIDS cases, with the majority in Jambi City. Objective: To analyze risky sexual behavior practices among CSWs in the former Pucuk Jambi localization and map CSW distribution across Jambi Province. Methods: Qualitative research with in-depth interviews of neighborhood heads, pimps, and CSWs in Pucuk Jambi. Snowball sampling was used to trace CSW distribution based on informant referrals. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis. Results: This study revealed significant changes in the dynamics of prostitution in the former Pucuk Jambi localization. The number of CSWs in Pucuk Jambi has decreased drastically and pimps no longer have active sex workers. Through snowball sampling, most CSWs have migrated outside Jambi Province, although some are still scattered in Muaro Bungo (1 person), Bangko Merangin (1 person), Merlung Tanjabbar (1 person) and Tungkal Tanjabbar (1 person). Low-risk behavior for STI transmission is associated with the informant's retirement from prostitution, citing reasons such as starting a business, marriage, and advancing age. Conclusion: The former Pucuk Jambi location no longer functions as a prostitution center, as sex workers have now spread beyond the province.
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