Addressing Human Rights as Key to the COVID-19 Response

Source: World Health Organization (WHO). Published: 4/21/2020. This four-page document brings to attention key health and human rights considerations with regard to the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the importance of integrating a human rights-based approach in response to COVID-19. It provides key considerations in relation to addressing stigma and discrimination; prevention of violence against women; support for vulnerable populations; quarantine and restrictive measures; and shortages of supplies and equipment. (PDF)
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