Domestic violence services need training in disability access, say advocates

About 47% of adults with disability have experienced violence, yet the lack of accessible and inclusive services makes escaping violence extremely difficult for women with disability. Researcher within the Disability Health Unit, at the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, Jen Hargrave, says this problem is unfortunately common for people with disability.

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Topics:
Case study, Gender, Safeguards and workforce quality, Systemic Advocacy

Author:
Eliza Hull

Source:
ABC News

Date published:
Mon 2nd Aug, 2021