Liminality and transactional sex among queer refugees: Insights from Lebanon, Turkey, Greece, and Switzerland

Journal of Refugee Studies, Jul 22, 2024 | Journal Article

Shirin Heidari, Ryan Whitacre, Jinan Usta, Meric Caglar, Thanasis Tyrovolas, Aesha Rajan and Monica A. Onyango.

This study examines the liminal conditions faced by queer refugees in Lebanon, Turkey, Greece, and Switzerland, highlighting how restrictive border controls and asylum processes contribute to marginalization. It explores survival strategies, including engagement in transactional sex, and discusses associated health challenges and limited access to services.

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