PELAKITA.ID – In 2024, several pressing global issues emerged, affecting women, children, and individuals with disabilities. These challenges demand urgent attention and action to protect vulnerable populations worldwide.
Violence Against Children In Sudan, over 200 children were reported raped since the beginning of 2024. This tragic reality highlights the use of sexual violence as a tactic of war, requiring immediate intervention and justice.
Impact of Conflict on Children The ongoing Gaza conflict has severely affected children. Many have suffered life-changing injuries, including amputations, due to relentless violence, raising concerns about their future and access to proper medical care.
Challenges in Disability Support Budget cuts to international aid agencies, such as USAID, have threatened essential services for disabled children in impoverished countries. Organizations like Inclusive Development Partners face bankruptcy, endangering the well-being of countless children.
Healthcare Access for Children In England, young cancer patients experience an average seven-month wait for disability benefits.
These delays worsen financial burdens on families, making it harder to manage medical expenses and provide necessary care.
Advocacy and Inclusion Efforts In India, new initiatives seek to change societal perceptions of people with disabilities. These efforts emphasize abilities and aspirations rather than limitations, promoting greater inclusivity and support for affected individuals.
International Aid Reductions The UK’s decision to cut its overseas aid budget from 0.5% to 0.3% of gross national income has sparked concerns.
International groups warn of severe consequences for vulnerable populations reliant on this support.
Global Reports on Children’s Futures UNICEF’s 2024 report stresses that current actions will shape the future children inherit.
It highlights the urgent need for policies that safeguard children’s rights, health, and overall well-being worldwide.
These developments underscore ongoing challenges and efforts to uphold the rights and well-being of women, children, and individuals with disabilities across the globe.
