Work, choice of work, vocational guidance and training

Type of entry: Right

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Relevant ICESCR Articles:

06(1): The States Parties to the present Covenant recognize the right to work, which includes the right of everyone to the opportunity to gain his living by work which he freely chooses or accepts, and will take appropriate steps to safeguard this right.

Related Documents:

American Convention on Human Rights

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women

European Convention on Human Rights

International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights

Universal Declaration of Human Rights


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