Haruv Institute - Annual Report 2019

CONFERENCES AND STUDY DAYS

Study Day: Trauma - Abuse in the Shadow of Disability December 17, 2019

Partners: SHEKEL NGO Goal: Raise awareness in the general public and particularly among professionals, regarding children and youth with disabilities who are victims of abuse and neglect. The seminar presented research findings on the extent of this phenomenon, and delivered lectures on how trauma effects the development of a child's brain. Healthy sexuality and protection in disabled populations was addressed, as well as the significance of trauma-oriented services for people with disabilities. Target Population: Professionals from the southern region who work with disabled and maltreated children, and their parents

Number of Participants: Approximately 100

Location: Ben-Gurion University in the Negev

Budget: ILS 5,000

One-day seminar devoted to trauma in children and adults who experienced maltreatment. Ben- Gurion University of the Negev, December 2019

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