Child Trafficking Sociology

Sex trafficking, particularly that of children, has become a growing concern in the United States over the past several decades (Kotrla, 2010). By definition, child sex trafficking is “when a child (under 18 years of age) is induced to perform a commercial sex act” (U.S., 2013, para. 4), and includes forms such as prostitution and pornography (Kotrla, 2010). Researchers suggest that children are the most vulnerable to becoming victims of prostitution (Kotrla), and it is estimated that there are at least 100,000 victims in the United States (Estes & Weiner, 2001). Sex traffickers, otherwise known as “pimps,” often lure children with promises of food, clothing, love, and shelter, and then the pimps manipulate the children to keep them in prostitution (U.S. Department of Justice [DOJ], 2015). Awareness of the issue has led to the development of organizations, such as Children of the Night, that seek to help victims escape the sex trafficking industry (Children of the Night [COTN], 2016d).

Have you ever walked into Wal-Mart and taken the time to look at the numerous pictures of missing youth that is plastered on the wall? When looking at how long they have been missing, it ranges anywhere from months to years. Looking at their age, both boys and girls, it is hard not to wonder if these kids are being trafficked. Child sex trafficking, also known as human trafficking, is a major issue that is not only plaguing the United States, but the world. Residing in a state where teen sex trafficking is very common, it is imperative that not only adults, but the youth understand what child sex/human trafficking is, what is a sex-trafficker, and the data that reveals the seriousness of child sex

As for the children, the psychological effect is more severe than adults and impacts their thoughts. They are young and have a lot of things to learn ahead. And therefore they are sensitive. They are curious and have the determination to learn more about the answers for their questions. Since these kids are surrounded by adults they will have the tendency to learn from the actions of the criminals about life. These criminals will very quickly be looked upon by the children. Maybe these kids might grow up to become more anti-social, over-sexual, self-harm, aggression directed at adults, substance abuse and etc. (Suson, 2015). Therefore many victims part of the human trafficking have had behaviourism problems that were assisted by psychologist, where the role of their environment and exposed to hazards can be used to study how it shapes and controls ones behaviour during and after escaping human trafficking.

Human trafficking affects our children and our schools more than most realize. It is estimated that more than 200,000 American children are trafficked each year in America. Victims of trafficking often come from vulnerable populations, including migrants, oppressed or marginalized groups, runaways or displaced persons, and the poor (Talati). The children most likely to be targeted by traffickers are those not living with their parents, who are vulnerable to coerced labor exploitation, domestic servitude, or prostitution. Sex traffickers target children because of their vulnerability and gullibility, as well as the market demand for young victims. Studies have shown that it is not just high school children at risk, demonstrating that pimps prey on victims as young as 12 years old. Victims

In investing in the financial and education empowerment of women and girls would influence various social advantages in dealing with human trafficking. Advanced education on girls and women will result to obtain the potential in raising healthier kids and better incomes in the communities (Kempadoo, Sanghera & Pattanaik, 2015). Therefore, women will probably have the capacity to arrange the span of their families since they will have fewer children to manage and take care. Ladies are more probable than men are to utilize their income in supporting their children education and health welfare.

The month of January has many important events to remember, for example; New Year's Eve and Day, birthdays, and Martin Luther King Jr. Day. But many people may not know that the eleventh of January is dedicated to making people aware of the horrible crime known as human trafficking, or more specifically, child trafficking (National Human). Human Trafficking has plagued cities and countries all around the world; many of those victims are as young as nine years old while the average age ranges from 12 to 14 years old. The state of California houses three of the thirteen highest trafficked places: San Diego, San Francisco, and Los Angeles (11 Facts). Because 300,000 Americans under the age of 18 are lured into child trafficking every year, organizations

Thousands of unreported children are trafficked from Bangladesh to other countries every year (2). Children who are taken by traffickers often come from impoverished or isolated regions. The parents are promised that their children will have a well-paid job or a nice marriage (4). Impoverished and desperate, they trust the offers, which ultimately lead their children to be exploited through trafficking (7).

When some people hear the expression “child sex trafficking” inevitably unspeakable thoughts come to mind, others are unaware this is even happening. Sex trafficking is a serious criminal issue taking place within the borders of the United States, but on the outside of these boarders this crime stands as a reliable source of income for those who participate. Although child sex trafficking is a local crime it is obvious that multiple nations have different viewpoints on the topic. The problem at hand is meeting in the middle where this situation can exist without creating a riot with residents and eliminating the destruction of young children’s lives. Though this topic is a sensitive one, there are ways to allow it to coexist in everyday

With there being proven stats that victims fall under, there is still a multitude of things that can be in assistance with growing ST rates. Meaning, even though the media does play a role in the trafficking of children, it is not the soul reason, nor is it the only thing that would benefit from change and proper recognition. There are other factors that hold a consequential part in generating trafficking; inequalities in evolvement, and inadequate options for the child to legally move are ambiguous, allowing them to be a factor (Steele, 2014, 431). It’s natural that the vulnerable are seen as an easier mark, meaning that it’s needed to figure out what, in this case, makes one appear vulnerable to the traffickers. More specifically, figuring out what could put a child in a position that leaves them as being viewed as more vulnerable. With higher ST rates being seen in youth programs involving homeless and runaways, the workers in these services can be a key aspect in helping find and protect these children that are at higher risk (Orme,

The economic problems existing in these areas were the primary reason that gave these traffickers a push to begin targeting families that needed financial support. Some of these children were even used in a process called “debt bondage” that would force families into paying debt to traffickers in order to get their children back, even though traffickers would only release them once they got older and could no longer be used as a source of earning money (“Voice of America News”, 2009).

Sex trafficking is a serious issue that many in the United States but also the world is not aware of the magnitude. There are thousands of victims of sex trafficking and there are some who are more likely to be victim than others. In this essay, I will show why sex, gender, race, sexual orientation, and economics increases ones' chances of being sex trafficked.

Law enforcement has been unable to determine any substantiated theories on the disappearance of Gardner based on the lack of definite evidence as noted above. The police and public media have only been able to speculate to what really could have happened. The simplest theory would be to believe Giordano’s recount of the events as presented; Gardner was snorkeling, uncharacteristically; got carried away by the current; and completely disappeared out of sight. However, too many things just don’t add up for the police, FBI, family, and close friends. With Giordano’s history of violence and crime, apparent drunken states, and ever-changing accounts of the events, suspicions remain about the role Giordano played in the disappearance

Many children are trafficked away from home thinking that they can earn money for their family. “The parents in the countries of origin do not even know what happens to their children in the countries of destination”(“High cost of child trafficking” 1). The main reason that children are trafficked is because the traffickers are just looking for a way to make money by using the children to work for them in dangerous conditions. Many kids in Africa are tricked into thinking that they could somehow earn money for their families, but soon realize that they made a huge

This aim of this study is to explore the trafficking of women and children in Europe for the purpose of commercial sex exploitation(CSE).Women and Children have been victims of trafficking for the sole purpose of commercial sex and other forms of exploitation all over the world and in EU in particular, these has made them vulnerable and also has become a potential threat to them (UNODC, 2010)Human trafficking involves trading human beings for various forms of exploitation of with sex is one of the predominate form of children are found all over EU working as prostitute for money. In some EU countries it has been noticed that some men do consent for their wife and children to be exploited for commercial sex and other forms of exploitation. Women and children that falls victims to human trafficking for the purpose of commercial sex exploitation are regarded as commodity and are used roughly by the person that has paid for their service. There are so many forms of exploitation that comes with human trafficking like forced labour, begging and smuggling. It’s not only undeveloped nations that are involved in human trafficking for exploitation for various forms; some of developed nations are also involved. Human Trafficking have been recorded and witness in almost all the countries of the world. (UNODC, 2010).

Some trafficked children are not sold; they go on promise alone. These children are filled with hope and promises of a wealthier life. Not just on a monetary standard, but a better life as a whole. Only later, they come to realize