Awareness of sexual, reproductive health rights
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Sexual and reproductive health rights.Context
February 12th - Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness DaySexual and reproductive health rights
- Sexual and reproductive health rights are rooted in basic human rights.
- This concurs with the definition of the United Nations Commission on Human Rights and is supported through multiple international treaties.
- Sexual health as defined by the WHO is “a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality.
- It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having safe and pleasurable sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence”.
- The WHO also defines reproductive rights as “the basic right of all couples and individ
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