Don't leave women with disabilities behind in domestic violence fight, Sue Salthouse, The Age, May 4, 2016

Women with disability are 40% more likely to experience domestic violence than their non-disabled counterparts.  Rates are also significantly higher for sexual violence.  If a woman does happen to be living with a disability, this violence can take on additional forms.  It is essential that the needs of women with a disability are taken into account with regards to implementing changes to service delivery and funding decisions.  Read more here.