Reproductive health in the Islamic Republic of Iran

In the context of the concern of Maat for Peace, Development and Human Rights (Egypt) regarding the human rights situation in the Middle East, Maat informs the special procedures that there are many violations against women's rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran, particularly, the right to reproductive health. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Reproductive Health enables people to have a satisfying and safe sex life with the capability to reproduce and the freedom to decide if, when and how often to do so . Taking into consideration that definition, reproductive rights include some of the human rights recognized in accordance with national laws, international institutions and conventions on human rights.

These rights are based on the recognition of the fundamental right of all couples and individuals to decide freely and responsibly the child birth and timing of it. Also, to have the right information and means to do so and their right to the highest attainable standard of sexual and reproductive health, including the right to make reproductive decisions without facing discrimination, Coercion or violence.

 

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