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By law, all sex workers must be registered with the College of Prostitution and must obtain and maintain a monthly valid registration certificate after undergoing prescribed health advice, while businesses involved in sex work must possess legal permits from the College. The College is also responsible for levying and collecting the taxes and various fees assorted with the sex trade. | By law, all sex workers must be registered with the College of Prostitution and must obtain and maintain a monthly valid registration certificate after undergoing prescribed health advice, while businesses involved in sex work must possess legal permits from the College. The College is also responsible for levying and collecting the taxes and various fees assorted with the sex trade. | ||
The College of Prostitution is headquartered at Castra Padivor in [[Venceia]], and has | The College of Prostitution is headquartered at Castra Padivor in [[Venceia]], and has additional office buildings across the Imperium. Since 2025, Roberto Guerra has served as Secretary General, and the College has approximately 65,000 registered members. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
== Organization == | == Organization & structure == | ||
The College of Prostitution is made up of an estimated 65,000 registered sex workers and is governed by an 11-member board of directors. The board is elected by the members of the College for a two-year term and can be re-elected for additional terms. The board is responsible for setting the overall direction and policies of the organization, overseeing the management and operations of the College, and representing the interests of the members to the public and government officials. | |||
The Secretary General is appointed by the board and is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the College. The Secretary General implements the policies and decisions of the board, manages the staff, and represents the College to the public and government officials. Additionally, the Secretary General oversees the administration of the various services and resources that the College provides to its members, including education and training, legal assistance, health care, and support. The Secretary General is also the official representative of the College in legal matters and is responsible for ensuring the organization is fully compliant with any laws and regulations that apply to the sex work industry. | |||
The College has several sub-components and committees such as Health and Safety, Legal Affairs, Professional Development, Grievance and Complaints, Public Relations and Advocacy, etc. to focus on specific areas of concern for sex workers. Each committee is chaired by one or more board members and is composed of sex workers from different backgrounds to ensure diverse representation. The committees are responsible for providing education and training, legal assistance, health care, and support to the members of the College. | |||
=== Cupid's Lane === | === Cupid's Lane === | ||
Cupid's Lane is the name for Caphiria's red-light districts. These areas are designated as legal and regulated areas for prostitution and sex work to take place. The College of Prostitution is responsible for the regulation and oversight of Cupid's Lane, which serves as a designated area for legal and regulated prostitution to take place. This includes issuing permits to businesses operating within the area and ensuring that all sex workers registered with the College are working within Cupid's Lane. The College also conducts regular inspections of the businesses and cabins in Cupid's Lane to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, as well as to monitor for any illegal activities such as trafficking or underage prostitution. The College also provides various services to the sex workers and businesses operating in Cupid's Lane, such as education and training on health and safety measures, legal assistance, and resources for professional development. The College also works with local law enforcement to maintain order and safety within Cupid's Lane. | |||
Cupid's Lane serves as a way for the College to control and regulate the sex work industry, while also providing a designated area for sex work to occur in a safe and legal manner. The College's oversight and management of Cupid's Lane helps to protect the rights and well-being of sex workers, as well as to ensure that the sex industry is operating in a way that is compliant with laws and regulations. | |||
A typical Cupid's Lane consists of a network of alleys containing approximately three hundred one-room cabins rented by prostitutes who offer sexual services from behind a window or glass door, typically illuminated with red lights and blacklight. The Cupid's Lane area also has several sex shops, sex theatres, peep shows, sex museums, and several coffee shops that sell cannabis. | |||
Every major city in Caphiria has at least one Cupid's Lane, with larger metropolitan areas having multiple spread throughout the region. They are particularly popular with tourists and foreigners. The College of Prostitution partially operates Cupid's Lane as a way to designate where legal and regulated prostitution is authorized. In popular cities for tourists, Cupid's Lane is under video surveillance to help counter illegal forms of prostitution (such as child prostitution), especially in areas that do allow regular prostitution to occur. | |||
Cupid's Lane is also considered as a historical area, with the practice of sex work being considered as necessary evil and brothels existed in these areas since the classical era. Many of Caphiria's aristocracy frequented these brothels, and the cities also gained tax revenues from prostitutes. | |||
== Membership == | == Membership == | ||
Membership in the College of Prostitution is mandatory for all individuals engaged in sex work in Caphiria. To become a member, individuals must register with the College and provide proof of age, proof of Caphirian citizenship, and a valid health certificate. The health certificate must be obtained through a health clinic approved by the College and must be updated on a monthly basis. The College issues a registration certificate to each member, which serves as proof of legal sex worker status and must be carried at all times while working. Failure to register with the College or failure to maintain a valid registration certificate can result in fines or criminal charges. | |||
The College also offers various services and resources to its members, such as education and training on health and safety measures, legal assistance, and resources for professional development. Members also have access to a range of benefits such as health insurance, retirement savings plans, and a legal defense fund. The College also provides a grievance and complaints process for members to voice any concerns or issues they may have. | |||
Membership in the College also allows individuals to work in the regulated areas such as Cupid's Lane, brothels, and escort services. These areas are considered safe and legal for sex work and are regularly inspected by the College to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. | |||
The College also provides a confidential and safe environment for members to report any form of abuse or exploitation, the College also works closely with law enforcement and other organizations to combat trafficking and other illegal activities in the industry. | |||
=== Application and registration === | |||
The application and registration process for the College of Prostitution is as follows: | |||
# Submit an application: Individuals interested in becoming a member of the College of Prostitution must submit an application, which can be done in person at one of the College's offices or online through the College's website. The application will require personal information such as name, address, date of birth, and contact information. | |||
# Provide proof of age and citizenship: Applicants must provide proof of age, which can be done by presenting a valid government-issued ID or passport, and proof of Caphirian citizenship, which can be done by presenting a valid Caphirian ID card or passport. | |||
# Obtain a health certificate: All applicants must obtain a health certificate from a health clinic approved by the College. The health certificate must include a full physical examination and testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The health certificate must be updated on a monthly basis. | |||
# Complete a training program: All applicants must complete a training program on health and safety measures, laws and regulations related to sex work, and professional development resources. The training program is provided by the College and is mandatory for all applicants. | |||
# Pay the necessary fees: Applicants must pay a one-time application fee of $100 and a monthly membership fee of $155. 50% of the fees cover the cost of the College's services and resources, such as health insurance, retirement savings plans, and a legal defense fund. | |||
# Receive registration certificate: Once the application is complete and approved, the College will issue a registration certificate to the applicant. The registration certificate serves as proof of legal sex worker status and must be carried at all times while working. | |||
# Renew registration: The registration certificate must be renewed on a monthly basis by providing an updated health certificate and paying the necessary fees. Failure to renew the registration certificate can result in fines or criminal charges. | |||
The College of Prostitution reviews each application thoroughly, and the process can take several weeks to complete. The College also reserves the right to deny an application or revoke a registration certificate if an applicant or member is found to be in violation of the College's policies or laws. | |||
=== Member benefits and privileges === | === Member benefits and privileges === | ||
The College of Prostitution provides a range of benefits and privileges to its members. These include: limited health insurance, access to a legal defense fund and general legal assistance, education and training, access to Cupid's Lane and other regulated areas, access to an anonymous grievance and complaints process, discounts and special offers from vendors, and support groups. | |||
== Finances == | == Finances == | ||
=== Taxes & fees === | === Taxes & fees === | ||
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The College and Guild of Courtesanship | |
| COLLEGIUM SCORTATIONIS | |
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| Established | c. 1794 |
|---|---|
| Type | Collegia (guild) |
| Purpose | Governing and regulatory body of prostitution in Caphiria |
| Headquarters | Castra Padivor |
| Location | |
| Locations |
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Membership | c. 65,000 |
Secretary General | Roberto Guerra |
Staff | c. 8000 |
The College of Prostitution (Caphiric Latin: Collegium Scortationis), officially the College and Guild of Courtesanship, is the national guild (nationalis collegia) and governing body for legal sex work in Caphiria. The College is responsible for the regulation and protection of both businesses and workers and for ensuring workers comply with health regulations and engage in preventative practices.
By law, all sex workers must be registered with the College of Prostitution and must obtain and maintain a monthly valid registration certificate after undergoing prescribed health advice, while businesses involved in sex work must possess legal permits from the College. The College is also responsible for levying and collecting the taxes and various fees assorted with the sex trade.
The College of Prostitution is headquartered at Castra Padivor in Venceia, and has additional office buildings across the Imperium. Since 2025, Roberto Guerra has served as Secretary General, and the College has approximately 65,000 registered members.
History
Organization & structure
The College of Prostitution is made up of an estimated 65,000 registered sex workers and is governed by an 11-member board of directors. The board is elected by the members of the College for a two-year term and can be re-elected for additional terms. The board is responsible for setting the overall direction and policies of the organization, overseeing the management and operations of the College, and representing the interests of the members to the public and government officials.
The Secretary General is appointed by the board and is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the College. The Secretary General implements the policies and decisions of the board, manages the staff, and represents the College to the public and government officials. Additionally, the Secretary General oversees the administration of the various services and resources that the College provides to its members, including education and training, legal assistance, health care, and support. The Secretary General is also the official representative of the College in legal matters and is responsible for ensuring the organization is fully compliant with any laws and regulations that apply to the sex work industry.
The College has several sub-components and committees such as Health and Safety, Legal Affairs, Professional Development, Grievance and Complaints, Public Relations and Advocacy, etc. to focus on specific areas of concern for sex workers. Each committee is chaired by one or more board members and is composed of sex workers from different backgrounds to ensure diverse representation. The committees are responsible for providing education and training, legal assistance, health care, and support to the members of the College.
Cupid's Lane
Cupid's Lane is the name for Caphiria's red-light districts. These areas are designated as legal and regulated areas for prostitution and sex work to take place. The College of Prostitution is responsible for the regulation and oversight of Cupid's Lane, which serves as a designated area for legal and regulated prostitution to take place. This includes issuing permits to businesses operating within the area and ensuring that all sex workers registered with the College are working within Cupid's Lane. The College also conducts regular inspections of the businesses and cabins in Cupid's Lane to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, as well as to monitor for any illegal activities such as trafficking or underage prostitution. The College also provides various services to the sex workers and businesses operating in Cupid's Lane, such as education and training on health and safety measures, legal assistance, and resources for professional development. The College also works with local law enforcement to maintain order and safety within Cupid's Lane.
Cupid's Lane serves as a way for the College to control and regulate the sex work industry, while also providing a designated area for sex work to occur in a safe and legal manner. The College's oversight and management of Cupid's Lane helps to protect the rights and well-being of sex workers, as well as to ensure that the sex industry is operating in a way that is compliant with laws and regulations.
A typical Cupid's Lane consists of a network of alleys containing approximately three hundred one-room cabins rented by prostitutes who offer sexual services from behind a window or glass door, typically illuminated with red lights and blacklight. The Cupid's Lane area also has several sex shops, sex theatres, peep shows, sex museums, and several coffee shops that sell cannabis.
Every major city in Caphiria has at least one Cupid's Lane, with larger metropolitan areas having multiple spread throughout the region. They are particularly popular with tourists and foreigners. The College of Prostitution partially operates Cupid's Lane as a way to designate where legal and regulated prostitution is authorized. In popular cities for tourists, Cupid's Lane is under video surveillance to help counter illegal forms of prostitution (such as child prostitution), especially in areas that do allow regular prostitution to occur.
Cupid's Lane is also considered as a historical area, with the practice of sex work being considered as necessary evil and brothels existed in these areas since the classical era. Many of Caphiria's aristocracy frequented these brothels, and the cities also gained tax revenues from prostitutes.
Membership
Membership in the College of Prostitution is mandatory for all individuals engaged in sex work in Caphiria. To become a member, individuals must register with the College and provide proof of age, proof of Caphirian citizenship, and a valid health certificate. The health certificate must be obtained through a health clinic approved by the College and must be updated on a monthly basis. The College issues a registration certificate to each member, which serves as proof of legal sex worker status and must be carried at all times while working. Failure to register with the College or failure to maintain a valid registration certificate can result in fines or criminal charges.
The College also offers various services and resources to its members, such as education and training on health and safety measures, legal assistance, and resources for professional development. Members also have access to a range of benefits such as health insurance, retirement savings plans, and a legal defense fund. The College also provides a grievance and complaints process for members to voice any concerns or issues they may have.
Membership in the College also allows individuals to work in the regulated areas such as Cupid's Lane, brothels, and escort services. These areas are considered safe and legal for sex work and are regularly inspected by the College to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
The College also provides a confidential and safe environment for members to report any form of abuse or exploitation, the College also works closely with law enforcement and other organizations to combat trafficking and other illegal activities in the industry.
Application and registration
The application and registration process for the College of Prostitution is as follows:
- Submit an application: Individuals interested in becoming a member of the College of Prostitution must submit an application, which can be done in person at one of the College's offices or online through the College's website. The application will require personal information such as name, address, date of birth, and contact information.
- Provide proof of age and citizenship: Applicants must provide proof of age, which can be done by presenting a valid government-issued ID or passport, and proof of Caphirian citizenship, which can be done by presenting a valid Caphirian ID card or passport.
- Obtain a health certificate: All applicants must obtain a health certificate from a health clinic approved by the College. The health certificate must include a full physical examination and testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The health certificate must be updated on a monthly basis.
- Complete a training program: All applicants must complete a training program on health and safety measures, laws and regulations related to sex work, and professional development resources. The training program is provided by the College and is mandatory for all applicants.
- Pay the necessary fees: Applicants must pay a one-time application fee of $100 and a monthly membership fee of $155. 50% of the fees cover the cost of the College's services and resources, such as health insurance, retirement savings plans, and a legal defense fund.
- Receive registration certificate: Once the application is complete and approved, the College will issue a registration certificate to the applicant. The registration certificate serves as proof of legal sex worker status and must be carried at all times while working.
- Renew registration: The registration certificate must be renewed on a monthly basis by providing an updated health certificate and paying the necessary fees. Failure to renew the registration certificate can result in fines or criminal charges.
The College of Prostitution reviews each application thoroughly, and the process can take several weeks to complete. The College also reserves the right to deny an application or revoke a registration certificate if an applicant or member is found to be in violation of the College's policies or laws.
Member benefits and privileges
The College of Prostitution provides a range of benefits and privileges to its members. These include: limited health insurance, access to a legal defense fund and general legal assistance, education and training, access to Cupid's Lane and other regulated areas, access to an anonymous grievance and complaints process, discounts and special offers from vendors, and support groups.