Citation

Siegel D. Justitiele Verkenn. 2007; 33(7): 39-49.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek- en Documentatiecentrum)

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Abstract

In recent years, the role of women in criminal organizations has become a hot topic. Yet, the debate on women trafficking is still dominated by the stereotype of women as victims of criminal organizations. In this paper the author argues that women sometimes play an active role in human trafficking. On the basis of specific cases of Nigerian female traffickers an attempt is made to analyze the role of these so-called madams in international trafficking networks. Explanations for their leading role can be found in specific socio-economic developments and changes in cultural perceptions of prostitution in Nigeria on the one hand, and the opportunity to acquire wealth in the Netherlands on the other.