The annual 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is underway in countries across the world, including Nepal. Nepal-based women's rights activist Tika Dahal spoke to SBS Nepali about violence against women with disabilities and ways to prevent it.

Disclaimer: We would like to inform you that the opinions expressed in the segment are those of the talents themselves.

The information provided in this segment is of general nature. Please contact your legal advisor for advice suitable to your circumstances.

If you or someone you know is impacted by family and domestic violence or sexual assault call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit

1800RESPECT.org.au

. In an emergency, call 000.

The Men’s Referral Service

, operated by No to Violence, can be contacted on 1300 766 491.

Readers seeking crisis support can contact

Lifeline

on 13 11 14, the

Suicide Call Back Service

on 1300 659 467 and

Kids Helpline

on 1800 55 1800 (for young people aged up to 25). More information and support with mental health is available at

beyondblue.org.au

and on 1300 22 4636.

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'Violence continues, even in the name of helping others'

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