Contraception, failure to provide information or counseling

Type of entry: Potential Violation

Broader Terms:

Other Related Terms (keywords):

  • Special groups
  • Women

See ESC right:

Reproductive health care

Relevant ICESCR Articles:

10(2): Special protection should be accorded to mothers during a reasonable period before and after childbirth. During such period working mothers should be accorded paid leave or leave with adequate social security benefits.

12(1): The States Parties to the present Covenant recognize the right of everyone to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health.

Related Documents:

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women

International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights


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