Whether the disability is physical or developmental, children with disabilities continue to face tremendous barriers when attempting to access their fundamental right to a basic and reasonable education. Their access to school is often limited by stigma, lack of understanding of their needs, inadequate teachers’ training, unconducive school environment, lack of classroom support, assistive technology […]
According to the United Nations, the estimated number of children with disabilities in the world today, is about 93 million. But that number could be much higher, as they are often uncountable, unregistered, left behind, forgotten, and invisible by the people around them. The rights of people with disabilities are well protected in existing international, […]
Elder abuse is defined as a knowing, deliberate, or negligent act committed by a person or persons in a position of trust or authority that causes harm or risk of harm to an elderly person. Elder abuse has many forms. It can be physical including sexual abuse, mental or emotional harm, financial and neglect, or […]
In modern societies, a developing economy created new levels of prosperity for many people. Health care has become more widely accessible and medicine has advanced, allowing the elderly to live longer. However, ageing comes with many challenges. The diminishing of physical and mental abilities, loss of independence, health problems, social isolation, financial limitation, age discrimination, […]