Presentation given on the six network meeting for EUCOMS - European Community based Mental Health Service Providers Network in Lille, France. June, 2019. www.eucoms.net
Addendum principles of working with individuals with learning disabilitiesMatías Argüello Narganes
This document provides information on legislation, policies, and guidance related to supporting individuals with learning disabilities in Scotland. It summarizes key Scottish legislation equivalent to legislation in England, including acts related to human rights, mental health, adult incapacity, safeguarding vulnerable groups, self-directed support, and equality. It also describes Scottish strategies and frameworks that promote inclusion for those with learning disabilities, such as The Keys to Life and advocacy resources from the Scottish Commission for Learning Disability and Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance.
Legal Study On Homophobia And Discrimination On Grounds Of Sexuallegalcounsel
This document provides a legal study on homophobia and discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation in Denmark. It summarizes key points regarding:
1) Implementation of the Employment Equality Directive 2000/78/EC and the establishment of an Equality Board to handle discrimination complaints.
2) Rights to freedom of movement for same-sex partners of EU citizens and limited statistics on LGBT people.
3) Asylum processes generally do not consider sexual orientation grounds for refugee status alone.
4) Rights to family reunification for same-sex married couples and registered partners.
5) Constitutional protections for freedom of assembly and police duties to protect public safety.
6) Criminal laws against hate speech applicable to sexual orientation
The document discusses Finland's earnings-related pension system. It notes that:
- Earnings-related pensions make up about half of pensions in Finland and are the most important type. They are managed by pension funds and insurance companies.
- The Finnish Centre for Pensions is a statutory body that produces common services to support the administration of earnings-related pensions, which cover virtually all employed people in Finland.
- In 2012, earnings-related pensions accounted for 19.49 billion euros in social insurance expenditures, making it the largest single program. Most pensioners receive an earnings-related pension, with the average monthly payment being 1,415 euros.
Our Rights, Our Choices: Meeting the information needs of BME disabled peopleRich Watts
A publication from the Disability Rights Commission, which describes the views of black and minority ethnic disabled people, and proposes practical steps which can be taken by all organisations that offer information and advice for this group.
Regional Issues Brief : LAWS AND PRACTICES RELATING TO CRIMINALIZATION OF PEO...Yvonne Sibuea
This Regional Issues Brief has been written to provide an overview of an area of enquiry that the Global Commission
on HIV and the Law is examining – laws and practices that effectively criminalise persons living with HIV and those
most vulnerable to HIV. It has been undertaken through a literature review of laws and documentation of their
enforcement in the context of Asia and the Pacific. It serves as an information resource and complements the
report of the Regional Dialogue for Asia and the Pacific that was held under the auspices of the Global Commission
on HIV and the Law in Bangkok on 16 and 17 February 2011.
The document summarizes key points from a speech given by the WHO Regional Director for Europe on health challenges in the European region and strategies to address them. The main points are:
1) There are significant health inequities within and between countries in the European region in terms of life expectancy and healthy life expectancy. Nordic countries have some of the highest rates.
2) Investing in public health, disease prevention, and addressing social determinants of health through intersectoral policies can help reduce inequities and improve population health outcomes.
3) The Health 2020 policy framework and examples from countries like Norway that have strengthened public health infrastructure and implemented intersectoral governance approaches provide guidance for addressing challenges and closing
Addendum principles of working with individuals with learning disabilitiesMatías Argüello Narganes
This document provides information on legislation, policies, and guidance related to supporting individuals with learning disabilities in Scotland. It summarizes key Scottish legislation equivalent to legislation in England, including acts related to human rights, mental health, adult incapacity, safeguarding vulnerable groups, self-directed support, and equality. It also describes Scottish strategies and frameworks that promote inclusion for those with learning disabilities, such as The Keys to Life and advocacy resources from the Scottish Commission for Learning Disability and Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance.
Legal Study On Homophobia And Discrimination On Grounds Of Sexuallegalcounsel
This document provides a legal study on homophobia and discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation in Denmark. It summarizes key points regarding:
1) Implementation of the Employment Equality Directive 2000/78/EC and the establishment of an Equality Board to handle discrimination complaints.
2) Rights to freedom of movement for same-sex partners of EU citizens and limited statistics on LGBT people.
3) Asylum processes generally do not consider sexual orientation grounds for refugee status alone.
4) Rights to family reunification for same-sex married couples and registered partners.
5) Constitutional protections for freedom of assembly and police duties to protect public safety.
6) Criminal laws against hate speech applicable to sexual orientation
The document discusses Finland's earnings-related pension system. It notes that:
- Earnings-related pensions make up about half of pensions in Finland and are the most important type. They are managed by pension funds and insurance companies.
- The Finnish Centre for Pensions is a statutory body that produces common services to support the administration of earnings-related pensions, which cover virtually all employed people in Finland.
- In 2012, earnings-related pensions accounted for 19.49 billion euros in social insurance expenditures, making it the largest single program. Most pensioners receive an earnings-related pension, with the average monthly payment being 1,415 euros.
Our Rights, Our Choices: Meeting the information needs of BME disabled peopleRich Watts
A publication from the Disability Rights Commission, which describes the views of black and minority ethnic disabled people, and proposes practical steps which can be taken by all organisations that offer information and advice for this group.
Regional Issues Brief : LAWS AND PRACTICES RELATING TO CRIMINALIZATION OF PEO...Yvonne Sibuea
This Regional Issues Brief has been written to provide an overview of an area of enquiry that the Global Commission
on HIV and the Law is examining – laws and practices that effectively criminalise persons living with HIV and those
most vulnerable to HIV. It has been undertaken through a literature review of laws and documentation of their
enforcement in the context of Asia and the Pacific. It serves as an information resource and complements the
report of the Regional Dialogue for Asia and the Pacific that was held under the auspices of the Global Commission
on HIV and the Law in Bangkok on 16 and 17 February 2011.
The document summarizes key points from a speech given by the WHO Regional Director for Europe on health challenges in the European region and strategies to address them. The main points are:
1) There are significant health inequities within and between countries in the European region in terms of life expectancy and healthy life expectancy. Nordic countries have some of the highest rates.
2) Investing in public health, disease prevention, and addressing social determinants of health through intersectoral policies can help reduce inequities and improve population health outcomes.
3) The Health 2020 policy framework and examples from countries like Norway that have strengthened public health infrastructure and implemented intersectoral governance approaches provide guidance for addressing challenges and closing
The document discusses the drafting process of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Bill 2012 (RPD Bill) in India. It summarizes that the bill was drafted through extensive consultations with disability rights groups. Key principles like equality, non-discrimination, accessibility, and participation guided the formulation of the bill. The proposed law seeks to replace the 1995 act and align Indian law with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The RPD Bill aims to guarantee both socio-economic and civil-political rights for persons with disabilities in India.
This document discusses the legal basis and priorities for developing EU policy on rare diseases and health surveillance. Key points include:
1) Article 152 of the EU Treaty provides the legal basis for EU action in public health, including programs on rare diseases.
2) Priorities have included exchanging information through networks, developing strategies for coordination, and supporting research collaborations.
3) The Commission Communication and Council Recommendation on rare diseases aim to establish an integrated EU approach through non-binding coordination rather than legislation.
The document discusses the role of the UK Collaborating Centre (UK CC) for the World Health Organization's Health in Prisons Programme (WHO HIPP) in Europe. The UK CC, hosted by Public Health England, oversees technical support and advice for WHO on prison health issues. It aims to improve health and healthcare for prisoners and reduce health inequalities. The UK CC helps develop policy, holds international conferences, and establishes networks like the WHO European Prison Health Research Network to disseminate research and develop the evidence base around prison health.