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Ending Violence Against Children with Disabilities in Uganda

Summary

The European Parliament calls for an end to 'mercy killings' and ritual violence against children in Uganda, urging better support for families and protection for human rights defenders.
10 15.03.2018
Other
health
human rights
young person
social policy
disabled person
public administration

Key points

  • Strong condemnation of the inhumane killing and violence against children with disabilities.
  • A call to tackle the harmful superstitious beliefs that lead to ritualistic violence against children.
  • The demand for increased financial and social support services to help families care for children with disabilities at home.
  • The need for better education and sensitization of medical professionals regarding the needs of patients with disabilities.
Documents (PDFs)
JOINT MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on mercy killings in Uganda MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on mercy killings in Uganda MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on mercy killings in Uganda MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on mercy killings in Uganda MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on mercy killings in Uganda MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on mercy killings in Uganda Mercy killings in Uganda
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