Central America: The Dangerous Journey of Female Migrants · Global Voices
Silvia Viñas

“Every year, thousands of migrants risk their lives on a treacherous  journey toward el norte, facing violence, extortion, kidnapping and  discrimination. However, female migrants face a heightened risk of  exploitation in the form of sexual violence and trafficking at the hands  of many groups: criminal gangs, corrupt officials, law enforcement,  immigration or security forces and other migrants.” Amanda Tello reports in the blog Witness for Peace.