Trafficking in persons and victim health in Australia.
This article explores the health problems experienced by victims of trafficking in persons in Australia and analyses the domestic support schemes established to assist these victims. It focuses specifically on the health of adult, female victims who constitute the majority of identified victims, and who are the principal recipients of government support services. Domestic experiences and support schemes are reviewed in the light of international law and best practice guidelines. Recommendations are made to improve the health services available to victims of trafficking in persons in Australia.
TC Beirne School of Law, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia. a.schloenhardt@law.uq.edu.au
Andreas
A
Schloenhardt
Benjamin
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Klug
D001315:Australia; D019548:Crime Victims; D006297:Health Services Accessibility; D006304:Health Status; D006801:Humans; D008603:Mental Health; D011477:Sex Work; D035862:Vulnerable Populations