| Violence against children infected by HIV/AIDS: A case study of Uganda |
| Subtitle A contribution to the United Nations Study on Violence Against Children |
| Subject Discrimination |
| Description Stigma and discrimination have been associated with HIV and AIDS since it first emerged. Often referred to as the "third epidemic" (the first two being HIV and AIDS), stigma and discrimination are the social consequences of the fear generated about the disease in individuals and societies. Click to read more about World Vision's research around these issues in Uganda. PDF: 595 Kb |
| Content Abbreviations and acronyms Background The UN Study on Violence Against Children World Vision involvement in the Study Definitions and scope of study Violence, stigma and discrimination Uganda, the study area World Vision in Uganda Methodology Findings and discussion Stigma and discrimination Physical abuse Psychological abuse Neglect Child labour Sexual abuse Why discrimination? HIV/AIDS Poverty Familial practices Conclusion Reduced human capacity Recommendations Training and support Alternative household model Education for orphans Increased resources Appendix I Appendix II Appendix III References Endnotes |
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Posted : 2012-09-06 16:43:01 GMT
Author/Authors : World Vision International – Africa Office
Publishers : World Vision International – Africa Office
Total Views : 4186
Total Downloads : 2550
Publication Date : 2005
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Author/Authors : World Vision International – Africa Office
Publishers : World Vision International – Africa Office
Total Views : 4186
Total Downloads : 2550
Publication Date : 2005
Website Origin :