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Effective and promising practices are noted throughout the report, as well as gaps and challenges that were revealed through the assessment process. The resounding consensus of those interviewed for the assessment is that the cultures of the indigenous communities in the CNMI prevent domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST) from occurring in a commercial form, however, it was acknowledged, reluctantly in most cases, that minors are sexually exploited within families, direct and extended, and within communities which maintain the secrecy of the incidences. Very few cases come to light. Nonetheless, higher numbers of youth are abusing drugs and alcohol and there is a growing economic crisis in the CNMI. This is coupled with a growing tourism industry, increased U. S. Military use of Saipan for military Rest Recuperation Leave, and increased access to technology, especially the Internet, which is opening the eyes of many youth to the pimp culture and the various commodities requiring cash. |
