Publications by authors named "Sanjitha Subramaniam"
J Women Aging
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Existing research on sex workers primarily highlights the vulnerabilities of cis women but largely overlooks older sex workers, prompting an exploration of their unique experiences in Karnataka, India.
- A study using in-depth interviews and focus groups with 39 cis women sex workers exposed issues like financial instability, limited livelihood options, and the failure of traditional familial support, particularly from their children.
- The findings underscore the importance of peer networks and community support in helping older sex workers navigate personal and professional challenges, while emphasizing the need for greater recognition and action to address the marginalization and barriers they face, such as ageism and stigma.
Glob Public Health
December 2022
Article Synopsis
- Public health crises, like HIV and COVID-19, significantly change the political dynamics for vulnerable groups in society.
- Research involved interviews with leaders of organizations supporting sex workers, sexual minorities, and transgender individuals in India, who adapted their strategies during both pandemics.
- The article highlights how these crises affected funding, advocacy efforts, and collaboration within social movements, indicating that lessons learned from the HIV crisis informed responses to the challenges posed by COVID-19.
