International Task Force Releases Report on Abuse of Persons with Disabilities Around the World

The Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) International Task Force released a report, "Neglected and Abused Abroad: A Look at the Severe Mistreatment of Individuals with Disabilities Around the World and How the U.S. Can Help," which compiles just a few examples of the severe treatment, abuse, and discrimination faced by individuals with disabilities in other countries, and argues that U.S. ratification of the disability rights treaty will enhance the ability of the U.S. to work to improve the lives of people with disabilities around the world.