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Students with disabilities in Australia moving states to access quality education
Australia Special Education

Students with disabilities in Australia moving states to access quality...

  • Kelvin Maina
  • January 25, 2021
Covid restrictions in Australia have resulted in students with disabilities having to find new schools where their needs are catered...
Irish teachers not keen on reopening in-person special education classes, citing safety reasons
Europe Special Education

Irish teachers not keen on reopening in-person special education classes,...

  • Kelvin Maina
  • January 20, 2021
The Irish Government has abandoned plans to reopen in-person special education classes this week after facing opposition from the Irish...
Students with disability to receive A$1.6bn in a new state of Victoria funding
Australia Special Education

Students with disability to receive A$1.6bn in a new state...

  • Kelvin Maina
  • November 25, 2020
The number of students with disability receiving government support in the state of Victoria is expected to double as the...
Special needs students' parents in US heavily impacted by the lockdowns
Special Education United States

Special needs students' parents in US heavily impacted by the...

  • Kelvin Maina
  • November 18, 2020
The spread of Covid -19 has upended the American education system after months of lockdowns and extra-caution during the reopening....
students with disabilities enrollees
Australia Special Education

Around 50 percent increase in students with disabilities enrollees expected...

  • Ken Vincent Rosales
  • September 3, 2020
For the next 10 years, there will be an expected spike in students with disabilities enrollees in NSW public schools....
Betsy Devos sued by Chicago teachers union over special education
Special Education United States

Betsy Devos sued by Chicago teachers union over special education

  • Kelvin Maina
  • May 20, 2020
A lawsuit filed by Chicago teachers union is highlighting neglect of students with special needs in Chicago. Betsy Devos, the...
UK Parents of disabled children facing a hard time during the lockdowns
Europe Special Education

UK Parents of disabled children facing a hard time during...

  • Kelvin Maina
  • May 13, 2020
Parents of disabled children have not been adequately supported by the local authorities across the UK. The disruptions of the...
Child protection has become a key, and particularly sensitive topic for societies across the globe as the world continues to battle against the coronavirus infection with intense social distancing protocols and lockdown measures. With extended school closures, no means of contacting the friends or other family members, and being confined to four walls throughout the day has undoubtedly resulted in an alarming increase in child abuse and misconduct. To make matters worse, these cases are going unnoticed. With child protection systems witnessing a dramatic decline in abuse reporting and schools in England urged to step up their measures in ensuring that no vulnerable kid is left without help, it has become apparent the implications of COVID-19 lockdowns go far beyond just recession-hit economies and increasing unemployment rates. Yes, there are child protection laws, but are they being implemented with urgency? Can we safely assume that the child, who is restricted home for protection against the disease, is, in fact, safe and healthy? As much as we want to believe the answer is yes, it is far from being the case. Why child protection is a pressing priority at the moment It is important to note here that studies have shown children, from a specific age group, are far less likely to catch coronavirus infection than others. Moreover, a similar kind of illness, associated with COVID-19 like symptoms, is also doing rounds and has claimed 12 victims in the UK so far.  All of this and much more suggest that there is not much being done in terms of children's' interests, let alone focussing on practical homeschooling and remote learning methods, with parents getting distracted by new and emerging threats. What's shocking is that despite children clearly emerging as the hidden victim of the pandemic, attempts have been made in the UK to ease child protection laws.  With lockdown in place, not only are the face-to-face interactions with the child and the family replaced by phone and video calls, which seems reasonable given the circumstances, even the time limit restrictions on social worker checks have been relaxed. Are children truly safe amid lockdown? Child protection in foster care and children's homes is even more at risk amid nationwide curfews with children being separated from parents, guardians, and teachers for prolonged periods.  It is often noticed that kids from these facilities increasingly rely on support from schools and look forward to regular meetings with their parents or guardians. The discontinuation of these services, albeit temporary, can result in a great deal of stress and anxiety among kids. The situation so far is that the child homicide cases have not witnessed as much sharp increase as in the case of the women amidst lockdown. However, police believe that it is far from being the reality as a large number of cases are going undetected. This must change. Wait, we can help The fact is that for many children across the globe, the COVID-19 pandemic has proved to be extremely destabilizing. But all hope is not lost just yet. Just as we stand united in the fight against the epidemic, we can do something to child protection and help them when they need us the most. Raising awareness and speaking out openly against child abuse during lockdown is one of the ways to ensure that the community understands the importance of this issue. Yes, children are hidden victims, but they don't have to be if only we keep our eyes and ears open. Support the right technology and the right people Technology is playing a crucial role in helping us stay connected to our friends and family. The same goes for these children too. Many of us are unaware that there are popular video streaming apps that are dedicated to connecting these children to their loved ones or offer them counseling. Least we can do is support these technologies so they can better themselves in serving the at-risk children. And while it is true that child protection in foster homes and child communities is most vulnerable to abuse and misconduct, we must also realize that there are a few who are going beyond their limits in ensuring their safety, especially in turbulent times. Support them and encourage foster care workers by lauding their efforts in keeping these children safe. Let's look at it this way; the pandemic has offered all of us a window of opportunity to act swiftly and support the well-being of the most vulnerable class of the society. If anything, it is giving us a chance to take child protection seriously and better ourselves as a parent, a teacher, and as a member of society.
Europe Special Education

Child protection in lockdown, does anyone care?

  • Manasee Joshi
  • April 30, 2020
Child protection has become a key, and particularly sensitive topic for societies across the globe as the world continues to...
vulnerable children
Europe Special Education

Less than 10% of vulnerable children in England are showing...

  • Ken Vincent Rosales
  • April 22, 2020
Only a portion of the expected half a million vulnerable children in England is showing up at school. A sanctuary...
education authority in northern ireland
Europe Special Education

Education Authority in Northern Ireland admits their shortcoming on addressing...

  • Ken Vincent Rosales
  • March 5, 2020
A whistleblower blames the Education Authority in Northern Ireland for the lack of support received by students with special needs....
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