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Podcast: The JD Dragon Disability Rights Podcast: Exploring how disability and diversity are connected
Episode: How Sexual Violence affects the Disability Community (Interview with Claire McFarlane)
Description: Today Claire McFarlane, Human Rights Defender and sexual violence expert will explaining how sexual violence affects the disability community. She runs an organisation called “Footsteps to Inspire“ which aims to raise awareness about sexual violence with disability being a major area of focus. Claire is originally from my home state of Queensland in northern Australia but was raised in Johannesburg South Africa. She has previously worked Disability Services Queensland, British Blind Sports in the UK and she has also coached a rowing team for athletes with psychological  disabilities. Euronews also featured her as part of their Women Beyond Borders series...