A Bicentennial of Female Slavery: Analysis of 200 Years of Legal-Criminal Evolution in Honduras

Abstract

Human exploitation has accompanied the evolution of humanity itself through time. Despite being an abolished and prohibited practice at all levels, it adapted to each era, even in Honduras. For this reason, from a legal point of view, this research work summarizes and analyzes the Honduran normative development from the post-independence period until 2021, to verify the harmonization of the national legal establishment with the advances of the international law of human rights and feminism worldwide. This study identifies some legal gaps in the current legal basis, to promote the debate on female exploitation, improve the legal framework and promote reforms to guarantee adequate protection for women.