The problem of defining “child sexual abuse”(CSA), and the need to define this concept, has
been recognized by major policy bodies and leading researchers since the 1970s. Recent …

Abstract In sub-Saharan Africa, young women ages 15–24 have more than twice the risk of
acquiring HIV as their male counterparts. A growing body of epidemiological evidence …

Since the 1994 genocide, Rwanda has emerged as a global model for the promotion of
women in society. Today, Rwanda has progressive gender-sensitive laws, more girls than …

Although transactional sex is common in many sexual relationships, there has been little
research into the degree to which the practice is considered exploitative in the settings in …

Background Despite growing interest in the role of social norms in perpetuating the harmful
practice of sexual exploitation of children and adolescents (SECA), little is known about the …

Youth are at elevated risk of becoming victims of sexual exploitation, which has a
detrimental impact on their physical and psychological well-being. Understanding factors …

Background Age-disparate sex is associated with increased HIV risk among adolescent girls
and young women (AGYW) in sub-Saharan Africa. However, little has been done to …

Child sexual abuse, a secret and denied activity which takes many forms, affects girls more
commonly than boys universally. Most children know their abuser. While not all children are …

Background While refugee camps can protect children from harm, they can also introduce
new risks and vulnerabilities. Research suggests that adolescent girls are at particular risk …

Migrants in transit through Mexico to the USA are at risk of violence, including sexual
violence, during the immigration process. This study sought to identify the socio …