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Harmful traditional practices affecting the health of women and children fact sheet no. 23

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Harmful Traditional Practices Affecting the Health of Women and Children: Fact Sheet No. 23 examines practices such as female genital mutilation, early and forced marriage, and nutritional taboos that endanger the well-being of women and children. It outlines international human rights standards prohibiting such practices and stresses state obligations to prevent, eliminate, and protect victims. The fact sheet highlights the role of education, community engagement, and legal reform in addressing cultural and social factors that sustain harmful traditions. It also emphasizes cooperation between governments, UN bodies, and civil society to promote health, equality, and human dignity. As a concise resource, it supports policymakers, practitioners, and advocates working to eliminate harmful practices worldwide.

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341.1 UNI H

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Call Number

341.1 UNI H

Publisher

Geneva, Switzerland : The United Nations., 2006

Collation

51 hlm; 20 cm

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

10145567

Classification

341.1

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Edition

Fact sheet no. 23

Subject(s)

Human rights
Health
Equality and Justice
Human dignity

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World Campaign for Human Rights

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