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Women Travel Migrant Trail Rife With Risk.

Authors :
BENNHOLD, KATRIN
Source :
New York Times. 1/3/2016, Vol. 165 Issue 57100, p1-11. 2p. 2 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

The article describes the dangers and challenges faced by women refugees from the Middle East traveling to Germany. According to the author, violence against women has risen during the refugee crisis. Common dangers include domestic abuse, rape, sex trafficking, and forced marriages. Exploitation by smugglers and abuse by fellow residents of shelters is also commonly reported. Services for women migrants in Germany and challenges presented by logistics and cultural differences are discussed.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03624331
Volume :
165
Issue :
57100
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
112026790