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Why sex workers and unmarried women worked for no pay at these commercial laundries
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Authors/contributors
- Abela, Donna (Author)
- Kelsey-Sugg, Anna (Author)
Title
Why sex workers and unmarried women worked for no pay at these commercial laundries
Abstract
In the 19th century, Australia was home to Magdalene "retreats", Catholic-run institutions to reform wayward women. For some, the path to penitence was a brutal one.
Publication
ABC News
Date
2024-01-12
Language
English
Accessed
12/01/2024, 22:24
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Rights
Forced Labor
Extra
Australia
Citation
Abela, D., & Kelsey-Sugg, A. (2024, January 12). Why sex workers and unmarried women worked for no pay at these commercial laundries. ABC News. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-01-13/magdalene-laundries-and-the-free-labour-of-fallen-women/103235648
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