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Violence and disability are deeply connected. Violence can cause disability, and disability can heighten the risk of abuse, especially for those with intellectual disabilities or neurodevelopmental conditions. Research shows that persons with disabilities are 1.5 times more likely to experience violence than those without disabilities. Women with disabilities are 2 to 4 times more likely to face intimate partner violence, while children with disabilities are 3 times more likely to suffer sexual abuse. Breaking this cycle is essential. Let's protect, not harm. Inclusion means safety for everyone! #16daysofActivism #NoExcuse #InclusionMatters #IDPD

I recently attended a workshop on Disability and Family & Domestic Violence that shed light on the complex intersection of these issues. Key insights included: 🔸 The alarming statistic that 65% of women with disabilities have experienced violence since age 15, with 93% knowing the perpetrator, and 72% of those with psychological or intellectual disabilities reporting violence. 🔸 The unique barriers individuals with disabilities face in disclosing violence and accessing support. 🔸 Strategies for effective safety planning and understanding referral pathways to ensure timely and appropriate assistance. This workshop reinforced the critical role Support Coordinators play in recognizing signs of violence, providing tailored support, and connecting participants to the right resources. I’m committed to applying these learnings to better advocate for and empower participants facing such challenges. #SupportCoordination #DisabilitySupport #FamilyViolenceAwareness #SafetyPlanning #NDIS #SocialWork

Disabled children are at an increased risk of abuse due to a combination of social, physical, and systemic factors. These vulnerabilities are influenced by the nature of their disabilities, societal attitudes, and gaps in protective measures.   Herer are a few examples.   Can you think of any others?   Why do you think it is important to be aware of these facts?   We now run courses on Disability Awareness, Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity and Neurodevelopmental Disorders.   For more information, contact us!   #Disabled #Safeguarding #SafeguardingChildren #ProtectDisabledChildren #DisabilityRights  

Adults with disabilities report frequent mental distress almost 5 times as often than adults without disabilities. While reading this post, you will notice that many steps toward improving mental well-being are similar to actions one would take even without any disability. The difference lies within the "Why?". Individuals with disabilities may benefit from practicing these skills more frequently. Not only is living with a disability mentally and physically demanding, but the daily obstacles that individuals with disabilities encounter can be exhausting and overwhelming. If you want to support someone with a disability, remember to ask them directly what they need. If you know anyone who's a victim or survivor of sexual violence, remember to check in and reassure them it's not their fault. Hotline Number: 1-877-733-2273 FSL provides free counseling to all survivors of sexual violence. For more information click the link in our bio. #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityPride #Oppression #Diosability #Accessibility #Discrimination #Determination #SelfCare #Advocacy #Empowerment #Validation #SexualViolence #SexualAssault #PTSD #FSL #SAVEOfEssex #EssexCounty #NJ

"Advanced Needs for Disadvantaged People: Guaranteeing a Sexual and Affective Life Through Disability Services" is peer-approved! 🎉📚 #DisabilityRights #SexualHealth #SocialCare Read the paper 👉 https://lnkd.in/di9hf6Rs

Society forgets that people with disability, like everyone else, want to live life to their fullest. I’ve spent so much time in my personal and professional life surrounded by people with disability, who wish to have nothing more than a fulfilling life. But yet, I always manage to come across people with disability poorly treated, portrayed, underrepresented and constantly stereotyped by the border community and media. It’s time society accepted people with disability and not just at face value, they need to have the same acceptance and support that people without disability have. Why shouldn’t people with disability have the same sexual quality of life as everyone else? #PeopleWithDisability #SexAndDisability #PeoplewithDisabilitiesHaveSex #SexQualityOfLife #EqualQualityOfLife #FulfillingLife

🔒💻 Chrissy Singh understands the delicate balance between encouraging her child’s independence online and shielding him from risks like scams and cyberbullying. That’s why Scope’s Be Safe Online resources, developed in collaboration with the eSafety Commissioner, are so important. These tools equip parents and carers to have meaningful conversations about online safety, giving young people with disability the support they need to safely navigate the digital world. 🌐 👉 Discover Chrissy’s story and hear more below: https://bit.ly/47BmDlS #BeSafeOnline #DisabilitySupport #DigitalSafety #Inclusion #eSafety Association for Children with a Disability Sexual Health Victoria Tobii Dynavox

12 key Australian policies/frameworks were reviewed to understand whether they were intersectional and have explored context around disability. Few challenges were determined in operationalising intersectionality as shared by our delegate at #AIFS2024