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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 31537, member: 636"] A leader from the Ghana Federation of Disability Organizations spoke out about protecting people with disabilities from sexual abuse. Mrs. Shahadatu Nima Abubakari warned that some community leaders protect people who hurt disabled individuals instead of helping the victims. She explained that many rape cases involving people with disabilities are kept quiet by families. Community leaders often try to solve these problems privately instead of reporting them to the police. This makes it easier for people who do bad things to continue hurting others. Mrs. Abubakari shared her message at a meeting in Tamale. People from different groups came together to discuss how to protect people with disabilities. They wanted to learn how to stop violence and support those who have been hurt. During the meeting, people with disabilities talked about the problems they face. They shared stories about sexual harassment, difficulties finding good jobs, and challenges getting healthcare and education. They wanted people to understand their struggles and help them stay safe. The group called for stronger laws to protect people with disabilities. They want everyone to respect their rights and make sure they are treated fairly. They believe people with disabilities should have the same chances as everyone else. Leaders from different organizations spoke about working together to help people with disabilities. They want government groups to pay more attention to violence against young women and girls with disabilities. They know many cases are not reported because victims are afraid to speak up. One important message was that people with disabilities should join together and speak up. By creating a strong group, they can ask the government and other organizations to help them. They want to make sure their voices are heard and their rights are protected. The meeting was part of a project to help stop violence and support people with disabilities. Everyone agreed that more needs to be done to keep people safe and give them good opportunities in life. They hope their work will make things better for people with disabilities. [/QUOTE]

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