GABNet presentation/discussion (fwd)
Melissa Ponder (mponder@edcc.ctc.edu)
Mon, 19 May 1997 11:10:22 -0700
>Trafficking of Women
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>Come to a presentation and discussion on the trafficking of women.
>Co-sponsored by the Pilipino American Graduate and Professional Student
>Network (PAGPSN) and the Northwest Chapter of GABRIELA Network (GABNet).
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> Date: Tuesday, May 20
> Time: 6:00 PM
> Place: University of Washington, Parrington Commons (308
> Parrington Hall)
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>Each year, millions of young girls and women around the world are sent
>from developing to developed countries as prostitutes, domestic workers,
>and mail-order brides. These women and young girls primarily come from
>Asian countries such as the Philippines, Thailand, and Nepal. Receiving
>countries include Canada, Australia, Germany, and the U.S. Women are also
>trafficked within their native countries from rural to urban areas.
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>Racism, sexism, classism, and globalization are among the forces that work
>against women in the trafficking industry. U.S. policy towards this issue
>is largely one of silence which helps perpetuate the systemic oppression
>of women globally.
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>Join us in a discussion about this important social justice issue and ways
>that we can affect change.
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>For more information, contact Valerie Z. Alipio at vza@u.washington.edu.
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