Religious Responses to Sex Work and Sex Trafficking: An Outrage Against Any Decent People (Routledge Studies in Religion)

Synopsis

This book examines the history, theological beliefs and current contextual practices of faith-based NGOs who work in the area of human trafficking that involves the sex industry. There are hundreds of religious organizations around the globe who minister with human trafficking survivors and sex workers, but what is really happening on the ground and how do theological beliefs support a faith-based response? Many of these groups represent their work as a cosmic battle against evil forces, yet important structural critiques are ignored in the urgency to rescue women and children. Using perspectives from both NGO staff and sex workers, an interdisciplinary panel of contributors examine specific organizations, highlight marginalized voices, and analyze undergirding methodologies. In doing so, the authors provide clear critiques and establish best practice guidelines for faith-based NGOs and future religious leaders, affirming an intersection of justice based upon critical reflection and careful action. This book addresses with nuance an important topic that is often over-simplified. It will, therefore, be of great interest to scholars studying the interaction of religion to sex work and human trafficking, as well as academics of religious studies and theology more generally.

Copyright:

2023

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

Book Size:

194 Pages

ISBN-13:

9781000649451

Related ISBNs:

9780367348762, 9780429328824, 9781032340821

Publisher:

Taylor and Francis

Date of Addition:

08/01/22

Copyrighted By:

selection and editorial matter, Lauren McGrow

Adult content:

Yes

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Religion and Spirituality, Social Studies, Law, Legal Issues and Ethics, Politics and Government

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Bookshare Staff

Usage Restrictions:

This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Lauren McGrow