VOICED : Mentally ill in Indonesia languish in shackles

The video discusses the dire state of mental health care in Indonesia, where faith healing centers often shackle individuals believed to be possessed. Despite the illegality of shackling, it remains prevalent due to a lack of psychiatric facilities and resources. The story of Wasp, a young woman confined due to inadequate local mental health services, exemplifies these challenges. The government has pledged to eliminate shackling, but progress is slow, prompting rights groups to demand faster action.

What is the situation of mental health facilities in Indonesia in relation to its population?

What actions are rights groups advocating for regarding the practice of shackling?