Sexual Exploitation

Children involved in prostitution are victims of abuse and sexual exploitation. They may believe that they are making informed choices, but are usually coerced into such a lifestyle by others. For example, it is common for a girl to think that the pimp who controls every aspects of her life is her boyfriend and she remains loyal to him despite the fact that he forces her to have sex with many men and beats her if she refuses. Similarly, boys abused through prostitution rarely see themselves as victims of abusive sexual behaviour.

"He bought me clothes, jewelry, expensive rings, and told me he'd be with me forever, never leave meor hurt me. But all I have got out of my life is a drugs problem and lots of beatings.

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