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Integration into a new setting: how do children integrate following their
trafficking experience and what can we learn from work with other populations
regarding integration?
11th October 2012
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In the Best Interests of the Child
Integrating Trafficked Children in the United States
Presentation by
Elzbieta M. Gozdziak, Ph.D.
ISIM, Georgetown University.
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Definitions
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Child...Childhood
...Every human being below the age of 18 (UN Convention on the Rights of the Child).
Chronological age as a measure of biological and psychological maturity.
Rejects cultural and social meanings.
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Child Trafficking...the recruitment,
transportation , transfer, harbouring or receipt of any person under the age of 18 for the purposes of sexual or labour exploitation, forced labour or salvery.
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The StudySmall cohort:141 children trafficked between 2000 and 2006.Lofty GoalsExpand knowledge base of the special needs of
trafficked children.Recommendations aimed at the 3 Ps Numerous challenges and dilemmasSupportNational Institute of Justice (NIJ)
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The CohortAge range: 2-17 years of age when trafficked.83% between 14-17 years old when trafficked.Unaccompanied children: mean age of 16.Accompanied: mean age of 13.Majority were girls (83%)70% trafficked for sexual exploitation or a
combination of sexual and labour exploitation.24% solely for labour, including domestic servitude.Diverse group.
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Integration ServicesFederally funded.Based on the principle of the best interest of the
child.Determined by service providers.“Children’s” voices and perspectives are not
consulted.Focus on vulnerability and trauma.Inability to exercise agency.Fosters dependancy.
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Case ExamplesEvelyn Chumbow, a
success story.“Analis”“Donna”“Angie”
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Recommendations
There is a need to consult youth’s voices, experiences, and perspectives to inform and shape both integration policy and programming.
There is a need to be flexible in service provision.
There is a need to study long-term outcomes of integration.
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If you have any questions or would like to find out more about this research please contact Elzbieta M.
Gozdziak: