Future Forsaken
Abuses Against Children Affected by HIV/AIDS in India
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I. Summary
II. Background
III. Discrimination Against Children Affected by HIV/AIDS
Violations of the Right to the Highest Attainable Standard of Health
Discrimination by Health Care Providers
Inaccessibility of Basic Drugs and Equipment
Access to Antiretroviral Therapy
Lack of Psychological and Emotional Health Care for HIV/AIDS-Affected Children
Domestic and International Law on the Right to the Highest Attainable Standard of Health
Violations of the Right to Education
Gender Discrimination and Increased Vulnerability of HIV/AIDS-Affected Children
The Government’s Response to Discrimination Against Children Affected By HIV/AIDS
IV. Protection of Orphans and Other Vulnerable Children
Children in Need of Care: Testimonies of Children and Parents
The Government’s Responsibility for Children in Need of Care and Protection
Recommendations Regarding Discrimination
Additional Recommendations Regarding Health
Additional Recommendations Regarding Education
Additional Recommendations Regarding Protection of Orphans and Other Vulnerable Children
VI. Conclusion
July 2004 ISBN# 1564323269