Journal of Trauma Practice
Volume 2, Issue 3-4, 2004, Pages 147-165

Prostitution and trafficking of women and children from mexico to the United States (Article)

Ugarte M.B. , Zarate L. , Farley M.
  • a Bilateral Safety Corridor Coalition, 5348 University Avenue, Suite 119, San Diego, CA, 92105, United States
  • b Arte Sana, Austin, TX, United States
  • c Research & Education, San Francisco, United States

Abstract

The historical background of sex trafficking from the United States to Mexico is briefly described. We also summarize two case examples that illustrate the complexity of providing physical and emotional safety, as well as immigration protection to victims of trafficking. We emphasize the importance of understanding the varied cultural contexts in which sexual exploitation, rape, prostitution and trafficking occur. Two agencies: Arte Sana in Dripping Springs, Texas and the Bilateral Safety Corridor Coalition in San Diego, California, offer a range of culturally appropriate services to Latina survivors of sexual assault, sexual exploitation, prostitution, and trafficking. © 2004 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.

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https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85006529621&doi=10.1300%2fJ189v02n03_08&partnerID=40&md5=7d09a6429fb09af2f42d8bffdb05fb29
DOI: 10.1300/J189v02n03_08
ISSN: 15362922
Cited by: 14
Original Language: English