Unveiling triple vulnerability among Mozambican female sex workers—Stigma, physical violence and sexual violence
This study highlights the substantial burden of stigma and violence among FSWs in Mozambique's urban areas. The findings underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions to reduce stigma, prevent violence, and protect the rights of FSWs. Addressing these issues is essential for achieving the goals of HIV prevention and treatment in this vulnerable population.
Authors
- Cynthia Semá Baltazar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8901-2240)
- Auria Ribeiro Banze (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7384-4632)
- Rachid Muleia (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8721-085X)
- Naira Luiz (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-5192-9377)
- Ana Abecasis (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3903-5265)
- Denise Chitsondzo Langa
Institutions
- Instituto Nacional de Saúde (MZ)
- Universidade Nova de Lisboa (PT)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PLoS ONE
- Published
- 2025-02-21
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0312550
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Sex work and related issues
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.20