Estudio geoetnográfico sobre la violencia sexual y el tráfico de niños, niñas, adolescentes y jóvenes en Colombia

Autores: Amy Ritterbusch, Valentina Montoya

Sexual exploitation, human trafficking and sex tourism are continuously growing and especially affect children, adolescents and young people. Despite the existing legislation, both nationally (in Colombia) and internationally, it has been proven that implementation protocols are ineffective. This study was conducted within a Participatory Action Research (PAR or IAP for its Spanish acronym) frame in order to work horizontally with affected communities in Bogotá and offer new perspectives and public policy recommendations. The study discusses the diversity of types of exploitation and victimization outside of those described by the law. Recommendations include the construction of integral public policies to implement existing norms with the guidance of the voices and testimonies of the affected communities.