Listen to this SBS podcast in Hindi about Elder Abuse in Australia’s South Asian communities.
Elder abuse, including exploitation, neglect, and financial coercion, has been on the rise in Australia, as revealed in various government reports from 2021 to 2023.
Zahid Jamil, founder of the South Asian Muslim Association of Australia (SAMAA), points to socio-cultural challenges within the Indian-Australian community and highlights gaps in the elder care system. He calls for improved support to protect elderly individuals in this vulnerable group.
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