Journal of Sociology and Social Welfare
Volume 34, Issue 2, 2007, Pages 107-122

Globalization and human trafficking (Article)

Jones L.* , Engstrom D.W. , Hilliard T. , Diaz M.
  • a San Diego State University, School of Social Work, San Diego, CA, United States
  • b San Diego State University, School of Social Work, San Diego, CA, United States
  • c San Diego State University, School of Social Work, San Diego, CA, United States
  • d San Diego State University, School of Social Work, San Diego, CA, United States

Abstract

Globalization demands that social workers embrace more than just local and national perspectives; they must adopt an international viewpoint as well. A negative aspect of globalization that deserves more attention is the international movement of labor. This paper presents a description and analysis of trafficking, the more deleterious part of this movement of people, in a global context. Decision makers seeking to make global migration more humane need to know about the dynamics and process of trafficking, as well as ways to combat it. Definitional controversies, contextual issues (including the dynamics and processes of trafficking), and consequences of this movement for individuals and societies are discussed. Implications for social work are also presented.

Author Keywords

Human trafficking labor exploitation International labor movement Global migration

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ISSN: 01915096
Cited by: 22
Original Language: English