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Serving Crime Victims With Disabilities: The Time Is Now

17 minutes 29 seconds

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2 women, 1 standing and 1 sitting, face each other in conversation. Caption. About who we brought in as interpreters.

This video addresses the critical issue of crime victimization among people with disabilities. It explores the challenges they face in accessing appropriate services and support from social service and criminal justice agencies. Topics covered include the need for specialized services, awareness of disabilities in victim services, and addressing misconceptions about disabilities. Key figures such as Beverly Frantz and Kelly Pierce discuss their experiences, emphasizing the importance of tailored approaches and cultural competency. This content is relevant to social awareness, law, and community life curricula, especially in fostering empathy and understanding of disabilities. The discussion underscores the need for inclusive practices and the urgency of action in supporting crime victims with disabilities.

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    Dona P. (Stockbridge, GA)
    April 27th, 2016 at 11:10 AM

    very enlightening for an un informed citizen.