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, […]
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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 […]