Impact of the criminalization of migration on the protection and enjoyment of human rights 2010, para. 87e
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[In cases where, exceptionally, detention of migrants is justified, this should not be made in facilities for criminals. Migration-related detention centres should not bear similarities to prison-like conditions. In connection with immigration detention facilities, States should bear in mind that:] Social protection (including access to education, health care, recreation and legal assistance), as well as contact with family in both countries of destination and origin, should be guaranteed: contact should also be facilitated with immigrant communities in destination countries and civil society institutions.
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Non-negotiated soft law
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Special Rapporteur on the human rights of migrants