Coronavirus
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that an outbreak of COVID-19 had reached global pandemic levels. In a number of countries, the outbreak exposed shortcomings in public health and social welfare protection systems, making it harder to protect at-risk populations and reduce disease transmission. In responding to this crisis, governments should prioritize the right to health for all, as well as human rights. This means prioritizing science over politics, caring for those most at risk, avoiding censorship, and limiting lockdowns. Governments should also address the special concerns of people in prisons, jails, and migrant detention centers, older people, and people with disabilities in institutions. Human Rights Dimensions of COVID-19 Response >>
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IMF: Scant Transparency for Covid-19 Emergency Loans
Anti-Corruption Measures a Step Forward, but Weak Implementation
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Argentina: Abusive Covid-19 Measures in Northern Province
Unsanitary Conditions in Formosa; Isolation, Quarantine Centers; Free Speech Restrictions
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US: Concerns of Neglect in Nursing Homes
Pandemic Exposes Need for Improvements in Staffing, Oversight, Accountability
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Thailand: Covid-19 Outbreaks in Prisons
Accelerate Releases; Improve Protection, Medical Care in Detention Facilities
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COVAX: Enhance Transparency, Share Intellectual Property
Global Vaccine Initiative Should Fulfill Its Human Rights Responsibilities
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Cambodia: End Food Insecurity, Abuses During Lockdown
Ensure Aid Reaches Residents of Covid-19 ‘Red Zones’
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India’s Leaders Obsessed with Criticism, Not Medical Shortages
Free Expression Crucial to Managing Covid-19 Pandemic
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EU: Prioritize Rights at India Summit
Provide Essential Medical Supplies; Urge India to Free Rights Defenders, Address Abuses
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India: Protect Rights, Dignity Amid Covid-19 Crisis
Ensure Equitable Health Care; Uphold Free Speech; Reduce Prison Population
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The US Shouldn’t Use Intellectual Property Claims to Block Vaccine Access
Donations Aren’t Enough to Address Global Need
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