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Justice committee  I would also like to add something on that point. As Ms. Dufour said, and as we are saying, I also think it would be important for victims to have a place to turn to. We understand the procurers and that entire phenomenon, but the victims have no way out. Is it possible to do something for them?

May 1st, 2013Committee meeting

Madeleine Bourget

Justice committee  I would like to say that these people, these victims, whether they have suffered incest, rape or other acts, are ruined for life. We talk about dignity. They have lost it and that has a major effect on many areas of their lives for years. The loss of self-confidence and the loss of trust in others are very important matters.

May 1st, 2013Committee meeting

Madeleine Bourget

Justice committee  Good afternoon. There is a close connection between prostitution and slavery. Slave women are the first ones exploited in brothels, followed by women from the poorer classes. According to the UN, more people are bought, sold and transported for sexual exploitation or other purposes today than during the 300 years of slavery.

May 1st, 2013Committee meeting

Madeleine Bourget