Sex Trafficking Event on Wednesday

Wednesday night at 8:10 pm, please join us for a documentary screening and discussion on the often misunderstood issue of sex trafficking. What immediately springs to mind when hearing the term "sex trafficking," is the illegal movement of foreign women and children; perhaps from Ukraine, or Thailand. Maybe others think of sex slaves locked in basements. While these tragedies do occur, the issue is far more complex and largely ignored by the media. Many people being trafficked do not understand they are victims of a crime and have recourse to legal action. Furthermore, victims suffer a myriad of health problems, and the only interaction many of them have with broader society is through the healthcare system, if they are lucky enough to receive care. Public health workers involved with forced migration, sex work, gender studies, HIV/AIDS, and, of course, criminal justice, may be particularly interested in attending.

Please join us -- I, along with a dear friend working in the field, will be in attendance -- this Wednesday evening at the Columbia School of Social Work (on 122nd and Amsterdam). I know that I have much more to learn.