Analisis Faktor Sosial Ekonomi yang mendorong praktik Sex Tourism di Kawasan Mangga Besar
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https://doi.org/10.36276/mws.v23i2.926Keywords:
sex tourism, mangga besar, prostitusi, faktor sosial ekonomi, kebijakan publikAbstract
ChatGPT said:The phenomenon of sex tourism is one of the most controversial forms of tourism, yet it continues to develop in various countries, including Indonesia. The Mangga Besar area in West Jakarta is known as one of the centres of nightlife activities, often associated with the existence of covert prostitution practices. Economic factors are the main driving force behind the practice of sex work in Mangga Besar, as individuals seek income to support themselves and sustain their livelihoods in Jakarta. In addition, social factors such as limited education restrict sex workers from participating in the formal sector, while the surrounding environment tacitly supports such sexual practices. Therefore, it is unsurprising that the Mangga Besar area is characterised by a highly permissive social environment. This study aims to examine the dynamics of sex tourism in the Mangga Besar area, the socio-economic factors driving its rapid growth, and its impacts on society, as well as the local government’s inadequate and weak policy responses. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with a field study approach, employing participatory observation and in-depth interviews with visitors and commercial sex workers. The results indicate that sex tourism practices have developed due to a combination of economic factors such as poverty and unemployment, along with social factors including weak social control, a consumptive lifestyle, and the normalisation of sexual culture in urban environments. Although this phenomenon contributes to the informal economy in the area, it also generates negative impacts such as social issues, value conflicts, and public health risks. This study recommends a more comprehensive and humanistic policy approach, including public education, stronger regulation, and protection for vulnerable groups.
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