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Gender-based violence targets people with disabilities in Adamawa, chairman warns, “we are completely left out”

Naija News • 6d ago
Gender-based violence targets people with disabilities in Adamawa, chairman warns, “we are completely left out”
People with disabilities in Adamawa have reported facing verbal, physical, and emotional abuse in local communities The disabled individuals are often excluded from political processes, community decisions, and social recognition They urged public support and government inclusion to help disabled people exercise their rights and feel valued People with disabilities are not exempt from gender-based violence, harassment, and discrimination. In local communities in Adamawa State, they face numerous challenges and often feel excluded from community decision-making. Disabled survivor in Adamawa opens up on abuse and isolation. Photo: Anadolu / Contributor Source: Getty Images A disabled person who was verbally and physically assaulted a few days ago no longer goes out to socialise due to ...
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