Análise dos factores socioeconómicos que influenciam a prática da exploração sexual infantil feminina: estudo de caso na baixa da Cidade de Maputo 2020-2022

Abstract

This work addresses the analysis of the socioeconomic factors that influence the practice of female child sexual exploitation: a case study in downtown Maputo in the period from 2020 to 2022. Therefore, during the process of preparing the work it was found that the practice of child sexual exploitation is related to several factors, including deficiency in family income, lack of food, housing, and unemployment, among others. However, the work aims to analyze the socioeconomic factors that influence the practice of female child sexual exploitation. However, in relation to the theoretical framework we resort to Marxist theory as it points to misery and poverty as one of the great enablers of the inclusion of children and adolescents in the space of child sexual exploitation, since such a social context implies difficulties for the family, in guaranteeing the needs basic needs of its members. However, the work is qualitative and quantitative in nature because it makes it possible to analyze data in forms of social interactions and behavioral values and the use of statistical tools, tables and graphs in the analysis and interpretation of data. As for the objective, we opted for an exploratory study. As for the type, we applied action research. Regarding data collection techniques, we used semi-structured interviews and participant observation. However, the work illustrates the consequences and effects that this activity inhibits in the lives of children, thus making it impossible for them to have a decent and quality life in their families and in society.