Social Work (South Africa)
Volume 50, Issue 4, 2014, Pages 529-549

Identification and initial care process of child victims of transnational trafficking: A social work perspective (Article) (Open Access)

Warria A. , Nel H. , Triegaardt J.
  • a Department of Social Work, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa
  • b Department of Social Work, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa
  • c Department of Social Work, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa

Abstract

Child trafficking violates children's rights and undermines their protection. Under- identification of child victims of trafficking has been reported to be a challenge globally and in South Africa. This article illustrates the process a social worker could apply when identifying child victims of transnational trafficking. Findings of the qualitative research reveal that there is no single point of entry for a trafficked child and thus there can be several actors in the identification process; it was also found that initial care and protection are also essential. The role of social workers in the identification-assessment-care process is highlighted.

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Index Keywords

identification method Child Welfare Social Work South Africa trafficking child care
Link
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DOI: 10.15270/50-4-390
ISSN: 00378054
Cited by: 1
Original Language: English