There are more than one billion people living with a physical, sensory, intellectual or mental health disability in the world—four out of five live in low- and middle-income countries. People with disabilities experience negative attitudes that can result in violence, sexual abuse, stigma and discrimination, which can lead to low self-esteem and social isolation. Vulnerability, combined with a poor understanding and appreciation of their sexual and reproductive health needs, places people with disabilities at higher risk of HIV infection.
