This is the most informed writing

This is the most informed writing I've ever seen on this subject. I agree with Small that finding a way to make people feel a personal connection to victims should increase giving.

The harmless chained & caged.

The harmless chained & caged. I would prefer to see bank CEO's in these cages and chains?

incredible

This footage from JourneyMan was really in depth of all the things thats been going on in this world. I mean it is absolutely incredible the demons and non-human right practices thats going on in this in ever part of this world. Its slighty different from here and there but its basically sickening.

Sad to say, but this is nothing new

Way back in the early 1970s, when I first visited Bali, it was not uncommon to see "mentally ill" people tied to a ball-and-chain! Others were chained to trees by the roadside. I think most were hidden from sight because of the stigma attached. I've been living in Bali now for the last 12 years. I haven't seen the chaining any more but obviously, it still goes on. Many Balinese are terrified of any "abnormality", be it physical or mental. "Health services" for the poor here are still basic.

human rights

Why should we be surprised at the plight of these people, Indonesia has a lot to answer for, especially with human rights. Just look at what has happened in west papua. Australia needs to shape up as well ,with thousands of homeless on our streets many suffering mental illness. Didn't Mr Rudd promise to address this serious problem?

Human Rights, Human Wrongs

Mental illness is perpetuated and maintained by stigma, shame, fear and ignorance. Whilst we all have an obligation to address mental health issues in our own societies and communities, we surely have a shared responsibility to address and support the needs of the most vulnerable among us. It is my hope that one of the large human Rights Organisations acknowledge the plight of these vulnerable people and offer sustainable support and work in collaboration with Professor Suryani and her team.

Double standard...

While your show was interesting - I think you should look into your own backyard. Not long ago we had refugee camps here in Australia where the situation of those inside was not much different to those chained in Bali... Remember the German woman who also had a mental illness and was put into a refugee camp??? There is however one big difference between Bali and Australia. In Bali case it happens among poor, uneducated people. In Australia, sadly with full government and 'professionals' support.

Ive seen this first hand, its shocking

I have spent a fair bit of time in Bali's back blocks, and these situations are far more common than we are realy aware. And it's not just the mentally ill, these types of things also happen to the disabled. I am told by my Balinese friends that it is mostly due to lack of government assistance, funds and facilities, but there is also a spiritual significance attached to it. Religion aside, the government has a responsibility to ensure these Human Rights violations cease, and provide treatment