International recommendation

Migrant women and healthcare

Issue date:
Human rights body:
Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)
Themes:
Access to healthcareEquality and non-discrimination
Populations of concern:
Persons with an immigrant background and ethnic minoritiesWomen
Source:
CEDAW/C/NOR/CO/10, para. 57

Recommended measures (1)

Measure
Measure type:
Practices and guidelines
Responsible Ministry:
Ministry of Health and Care Services

The Committee recommends that the State party ensure that undocumented migrant women and girls have access to the documentation necessary for non-emergency health services without the risk of being reported to the immigration authorities and subsequently being deported.