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In Pictures: Afghanistan’s disabled

People with disabilities continue to face major challenges, including negative attitudes from society.

Published On 12 Feb 2014
<p>Mobin is 5 years old. Here he raises his eyes to the ceiling in his house in Kabul - a typical gesture. Mobin was born with autism, and doesn’t understand the concept of danger. The family has taken him to see seven specialists, but nothing has changed. They all say that their son can’t be treated in Afghanistan and should be taken abroad. The family is concerned about Mobin’s future because Afghanistan has no educational services for autistic children. Mobin is a CCD beneficiary.</p>
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