Ukraine War Exposes Plight of People with Disabilities: Amnesty International Report

A new report by Amnesty International highlights the dire situation of people with disabilities in Ukraine, revealing how the war has exacerbated their vulnerabilities. The report details the challenges they face in accessing shelters, receiving adequate healthcare, and avoiding institutionalization, exposing the failings of both Ukraine and Russia in fulfilling their obligations to this vulnerable group.

Braintree Student’s Traumatizing Return to School Leads to Police Involvement

A 14-year-old student with autism and anxiety, who had been out of school for a year, faced a harrowing return to public school in Braintree, Massachusetts. Her first day, marked by severe anxiety and calls for help from her mother, was followed by a chaotic second day that involved police and an ambulance. The student’s family and legal advocates raised concerns about the school’s ability to provide an appropriate and safe environment for her special needs.

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