The Women's Shelter in Jämtland County has expressed criticism of police efforts to combat prostitution, citing that no sex buyers were convicted in the county during 2025. According to Sara Eriksson, who works at the county's women's shelter, this demonstrates that society does not prioritize the women affected by prostitution. 'I think it shows that society doesn't prioritize these girls,' Eriksson told SVT Jämtlandsnytt.
The shelter regularly meets women who are vulnerable to prostitution, though exact numbers are not tracked statistically. Eriksson noted that most of these women have experienced sexual abuse and rape at a very young age and carry that trauma with them. The Women's Shelter in Jämtland County is certified according to the national support program against prostitution and human trafficking, allowing them to provide specialized support to women affected by prostitution.
I think it shows that society doesn't prioritize these girls
Eriksson described the lack of convictions as a failing grade for police work in the region.