Safe and Inclusive Environments: Addressing Violence Against Women and Girls with Disabilities
Join us on Tuesday, December 2, at 10:00 a.m. EST for the event "Safe and Inclusive Environments: Addressing Violence Against Women and Girls with Disabilities." The event will explore the causes and risk factors behind violence targeting women and girls with disabilities to better understand the dynamics fueling this issue.
Key Topics of Discussion
- Analysis of factors contributing to violence against women and girls with disabilities.
- Barriers to accessing services and support networks for survivors.
- Challenges and opportunities to enhance institutional and community responses.
Context of Disability and Violence in the Americas
Despite increasing visibility and legal recognition of people with disabilities at regional and national levels, profound inequalities persist. Socioeconomic and health disparities place this population in a vulnerable position.
The intersection of disability and violence in the Americas is a critical issue that demands urgent attention and coordinated action.
Approximately 90 million people with disabilities live in this region. They face a higher risk of various forms of violence, worsened by discrimination and limited access to justice and protection.
Several studies reveal that women with disabilities are up to four times more likely to experience intimate partner violence.
Summary
This event highlights the urgent need to address violence against women and girls with disabilities by tackling systemic barriers and improving protective and support measures.
Author's Summary: Violence against women and girls with disabilities is exacerbated by systemic inequalities; addressing these challenges requires focused, collaborative efforts to create safe, inclusive environments.