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Transgender women and the sex work industry: roots in systemic, institutional, and interpersonal discrimination
Kevin L Nadal1, Kristin C Davidoff, Whitney Fujii-Doe
1a John Jay College of Criminal Justice , City University of New York , New York , New York , USA.
Abstract:
Because transgender people face discrimination on systemic, institutional, and interpersonal levels, the previous literature has supported that many transgender women view the sex work industry as their only viable career option. The current article reviews the literature on discrimination against transgender people, explores how discrimination influences their participation in sex work, and discusses how institutional discrimination against transgender women manifests within the criminal justice system. Furthermore, recommendations are provided for advocating for the rights of transgender people while promoting healthy behaviors and higher quality of life. Throughout the article, quotes from previous qualitative research are used to illustrate the experiences of transgender women through their own voices and perspectives.
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