Rights of linguistic minorities 2013, para. 68

Paragraphe
Paragraph text
In such crucial areas as health-care information and access, minorities may be placed in a position of disadvantage and vulnerability if information is not provided in their languages. Public information and awareness-raising initiatives relating to such areas as preventative health advice, HIV/AIDS, and maternal health are essential to improving the health outcomes of disadvantaged and poor communities. This information should be available in minority languages and in media accessible to minorities. Initiatives such as the training and employment of minority language mediators can be valuable in delivering information to communities and assisting in their interactions with service providers.
Status juridique
Non-negotiated soft law
Organe
Special Rapporteur on minority issues
Type de document
Special Procedures' report
Mode d'adoption
N.A.
Thèmes
  • Equality & Inclusion
  • Health
Personnes concernées
  • Ethnic minorities
Année
2013
Type de paragraphe
Other
Paragraph number
68