A night shift ethnography of sexual labor: Street prostitution, space, and intimacy in Tijuana’s Zona Norte red light district

Key Points

• Street prostitution occurs in Tijuana’s Zona Norte, revealing unique dynamics of intimacy and space.
• Participants' narratives highlight the relationship between sexual labor and their experiences in the district.
• Ethnographic methods were employed to capture the lived experiences of workers in this environment.
• Findings underscore the significance of space in shaping interactions and relationships within the red light district.