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20175 minPGdoc-short

Social Inequality

Bartered brides in Turkey

20175 minPGdoc-short

Syrian refugees in Turkey face desperation, leading to a trade in women sold to Turkish men.

Social Inequality

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Channel: DW Documentary

Bartered brides in Turkey

2017• 5 minPG

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Syrian refugees in Turkey face desperation, leading to a trade in women sold to Turkish men.

Synopsis

The increase in Syrian refugees in Turkey leads to a lucrative trade in women, as desperate refugee families sell their daughters to Turkish men. This alarming trend highlights the vulnerability of young women who face abuse and discrimination in this dire situation. The documentary sheds light on the harsh realities faced by these Syrian refugees and the societal issues that arise from their desperation.

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