Robert K Merton developed the "Strain Theory" in which he argued that although deviance could be beneficial to a society, by keeping it in order, it could also promote inequality. In our society it is more correct for a woman to be modest about her body, the moment she challenges that norm she is considered Deviant. To encourage the reduction of inequality groups will need help to achieve this goal. There are many organizations that help groups that experience oppression, HIPS is an organization that helps female sex workers be more accepted in society as human beings. In more detail, Robert K Merton's Strain Theory is a concept in which society promotes certain norms and values, and yet provides unequal means of meeting or achieving these norms in order to be accepted by a society (Kimmel, 2012). In the United States, or perhaps in most Western society, promoting modesty in women and their bodies. This goal is claimed by abstinence: most know that this path is unlikely in today's society, yet it is still expected to be modest. Another route is to only have sex with someone they want to spend the rest of their lives with, even if the relationship fails. A woman must move forward with a man who will probably take care of her. This is considered the most appropriate norm in society for women. Find a serious relationship, which can lead to marriage and then children. Prostitutes clearly do not follow this norm; they sell their bodies in the least modest way for a price. Not all women choose the life of a prostitute; many are forced at a young age, whether the cause is kidnapping or a lack of family support. Social welfare systems do not adequately help children who are... middle of paper... considered deviant, and so their rights are neglected. The program aims to break the cycle of incarceration of sex workers. Until organizations like HIPS become more widespread in society to promote the decriminalization of prostitution, prostitutes will continue to be treated as criminals rather than victims of abuse and rape. Works Cited Kimmel, M. (2012). Sociology census update now. (p. 161). Wright University: Allyn & Bacon.Brown, R. (1961, June 22). Catholic Charities Dignity Program. Excerpted from Brown, R. ((1961, June 22) 1961, June 22). Retrieved from http://www.catholiccharitiesaz.org/message-from-the-ceo/00002mSaada Saar, M. (2014). There is no such thing as a child prostitute. Retrieved from http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/there-is-no-such-thing-as-a-child-prostitute/2014/02/14/631ebd26-8ec7-11e3-b227-12a45d109e03_story.html