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Essay / Essay on Cambodian Youth - 1525
Young people are forced to migrate due to dwindling land resources and poor employment opportunities. This takes them away from their families and communities and also exposes them to many risks such as sexual reproductive health risks, drug and alcohol abuse and crime, including those involved in human trafficking. Women are particularly exposed to threats such as STIs, unwanted pregnancies and gender-based violence. Additionally, partly because of this, Cambodia has the highest prevalence of HIV and AIDS in the region (Citeseerx, 2002). Additionally, the most common jobs for young migrants, particularly men, are in construction and day labor, as many have few or no skills and limited education. Laborious jobs pose additional risks for young people due to poor conditions such as long working hours, night work, heavy work and heat.