This paper discusses how Kathleen Barry in Female Sexual Slavery, helps us focus in on the issue of sexual violence against, and the domination of, women in society in general. It is vital to point out that societal structures and family arrangements create institutions which set the foundation for the sexual exploitation of women. This paper connects this topic to our society's definition of the role of the family. Barry demonstrates how prostitutes are sexual slaves and not just through sex. She argues that men who control society, set up institutions which allow the exploitation and objectification of women to occur, because it is in their interest to do so. 4 pgs. 5 f/c. 4b.
