Abstract
This article discusses the unequal impact of Covid-19 on the lives of the children of survivors of modern slavery, child victims of exploitation and children at risk of exploitation in the UK. It draws on research that has analysed the risks and impacts of Covid-19 on victims and survivors of modern slavery. It explores how pandemic responses may have hindered these children's rights to education, food, safety, development and participation and representation in legal processes. It suggests that the pandemic should be used as an impetus to address inequalities that existed pre-Covid-19 and those that have been exacerbated by it.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Children and Society |
Early online date | 21 Apr 2022 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Early online date - 21 Apr 2022 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Child protection
- Child trafficking
- Children's rights
- Covid-19
- Modern Slavery