On the Adult Industry in Slovenia: Regulation, Education, and On-the-Ground Reality

Introduction

In Večer's podcast, the speakers are Mr. Riddle and Žiga Sedevčič, president of the Dobra Družba organization. The conversation opens key questions about the regulation of sex work, education within the industry, and the actual locations and forms of prostitution in Slovenia – without embellishment and without sensationalism.

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Between Fairs and Reality

The conversation takes place during a time of intense activity in the industry: Sloverotika in Celje is approaching (November 24–25), and at the same time, the speakers are fresh from the Venus fair in Berlin, the largest erotic fair in Europe. This context allows for a comparison between international practices and the Slovenian reality – from professional standards to institutional gaps.

Where Most Prostitution in Slovenia Takes Place

Sedevčič explains in the podcast that due to the lack of regulation and clear spatial solutions, a large part of the activity has moved to private apartments, often in residential areas. Such dispersion reduces transparency and increases risks – both for workers and the environment. Instead of prohibition, he advocates for local and pragmatic solutions that would place the activity in suitable environments with clear rules.

Education as the Foundation of Safety

The central theme of the conversation is the education of members: how to enter the industry informed, how to understand boundaries, rules, and risks, and how to organize. Dobra Družba is presented as a support infrastructure – a hub of knowledge, experience, and guidelines that compensate for the lack of systemic solutions.

Mr. Riddle: Experience in Front of the Camera and a Look Ahead

In the conversation, Mr. Riddle shares his experiences of working in front of the camera and memories of the European Sex Championship in Sweden, while also outlining his plans for the future. The discussion about production, working conditions, and professional standards shows how important organization is – and how quickly problems arise without it.