Violence against children and youth with disabilities in institutional settings in Rwanda
A qualitative study
- English
- Kinyarwanda
Highlights
Ending violence against children is a global priority clearly articulated in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). All boys and girls are vulnerable to violence, but those with disabilities are especially at risk. In an effort to access much-needed care, protection, and services, families often place children with disabilities in institutional care. However, institutionalization often has harmful physical and psychological effects on children.
This qualitative study is designed to better understand the patterns and dynamics of violence experienced by children with disabilities who are living in institutional care. Its findings are intended to accompany the prevalence data derived from the 2015 Violence against Children and Youth Survey to ensure adequate attention and consideration in the development of a more comprehensive plan to tackle violence against all children and youth in Rwanda.
