Life Interrupted is an important book. Trafficking victims are often categorized as a monolithic group even though they have quite different experiences depending on their country of origin, the way in which they were recruited into trafficking, and the type of work they perform. Intensely researched and accessibly written, this ethnographically rich work is recommended for anyone concerned about human trafficking. The author connects the plight of victims of forced labor to larger questions about U.S. labor practices and immigration policies. Fighting human trafficking requires commitment beyond public service announcements, documentaries, and feel-good benefits. Preventing forced labor requires us to fundamentally rethink U.S. immigration policies and the many ways the abuse of vulnerable people is excused in the name of profit.
According to Finkel, quantifying human trafficking for sexual exploitation at large global sporting events is very difficult due to the clandestine nature of the business. This is not to say that human trafficking for sex as well as forced sexual exploitation does not occur. What is undeniable is that women and girls who have been trafficked for sex are victims many times over. They have a much higher risk of developing serious …show more content…
The participants were under eighteen years old and were U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The data included client characteristics, service needs, and services delivered. The strengths of the study included multiple data sources and methods, the diversity of programs and young people served, and the insights contributed by program staff. These services were successful for the young people to build functional adult lives. They received services such as services and supports for safety, physical and emotion well-being; connections to services, peers, family and community; and resources for
According to Finkel, quantifying human trafficking for sexual exploitation at large global sporting events is very difficult due to the clandestine nature of the business. This is not to say that human trafficking for sex as well as forced sexual exploitation does not occur. What is undeniable is that women and girls who have been trafficked for sex are victims many times over. They have a much higher risk of developing serious …show more content…
The participants were under eighteen years old and were U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. The data included client characteristics, service needs, and services delivered. The strengths of the study included multiple data sources and methods, the diversity of programs and young people served, and the insights contributed by program staff. These services were successful for the young people to build functional adult lives. They received services such as services and supports for safety, physical and emotion well-being; connections to services, peers, family and community; and resources for