The vulnerability of the growing number of adolescents in refugee camps or seeking asylum is worrying. States are reminded of their broad international obligations to protect refugees and ensure necessary assistance in the enjoyment of their rights, including the right to optimum mental health and well-being.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Special Rapporteur on the right of everyone to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health
Document type
Special Procedures' report
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Health
Movement
Person(s) affected
Adolescents
Persons on the move
Year
2016
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
SR Health, Report to the HRC (2016), A/HRC/32/32, para. 82.