Documentary | Where Land Disappears | Sex Workers in Banishanta, Bangladesh, Face Twin Crisis

Sex workers in Banishanta, one of the oldest and among the few registered brothels in Bangladesh, face twin crisis — climate change and growing despair. The small riverbank village is increasingly threatened by climate change, exacerbating the challenges of these women who have reported to have faced overwhelming isolation due to the nature of their work, and heightened stress and vulnerability caused by the rising waters. As the river takes away their land, they are forced to dismantle and move their homes slightly inland every few seasons, a process that is mentally exhausting and costly. This story highlights these struggles and puts into persective the real life impact of climate change. It also highlights the policy gaps in addressing these issues and focuses on building responses that are comprehensive. Watch this documentary to know more.