The right to sexual and reproductive health (Art. 12) 2016, para. 36
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As needed, States should implement temporary special measures to overcome long standing discrimination and entrenched stereotypes against certain groups and to eradicate conditions that perpetuate discrimination. States should focus on ensuring that all individuals and groups effectively enjoy their right to sexual and reproductive health on a substantively equal basis.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Committee on Social, Economic and Cultural Rights
Document type
General Comment / Recommendation
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Health
Person(s) affected
All
Year
2016
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Other
Reference
CESCR General Comment No. 22, The right to sexual and reproductive health (Art. 12) (2016), para. 36.