First thing's first, I fully support independent prostitutes and sex workers under the current system of capitalism. People have to do what the have to do to get by, and prostitution can often be a better-paying and more enjoyable job than what capitalism provides, for some at least. As long as no "pimp"/boss is involved, I see no issue.
Other more "legitimate" (I wish I could think of a better word at the moment) forms of sex work are also important, such as those used to help the disabled. In an anarchist commune, I can see how these roles could be a form of mutual aid.
However, prostitution is inherently one-sided. If all citizens of a commune had their needs met, than someone who is the prostitute of today would not have to sell sex to survive. Therefor, "prostitution" would be reduced to just regular consensual sex or "hooking up", correct?
So would prostitution vanish in a currency-less commune? Would other sex work be held as a form of labor one could choose to do as their sole position? Where does "prostitution" end and "sex work" begin?
Looking for more free-flowing thoughts and not exact answers to every question, don't worry haha
Catsforfun wrote
I think that would depend greatly on the culture of the commune. There is nothing inherently wrong with exchanging sex for things or favors. I think it’s about social bonding as much as pleasure. It makes sense when you fit sex into your schema of sharing and social cohesiveness.
What come to mind for me is: How much cultural healing would be necessary for me to feel good about that?
With regards to what you said about ability, it’s an oppressive cultural factor that erases the sexuality of folks affected by ableism. We likely would have no need for sex workers in that context if people affected by ableism are allowed to be seen as the humans that they are. Again, cultural factors.