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200831 minPGcurrent-affairs

Human Trafficking Civil Rights

Forced Sterilisation - Slovakia

200831 minPGcurrent-affairs

Ingrid Ginova reveals forced sterilisation of Roma women in Slovakia, highlighting human rights abuses.

Human Trafficking Civil Rights

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Channel: Journeyman Pictures

Forced Sterilisation - Slovakia

2008• 31 minPG

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Ingrid Ginova reveals forced sterilisation of Roma women in Slovakia, highlighting human rights abuses.

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In May 2003, Slovakia's Roma population faces severe discrimination and a difficult life, regarded as culturally inferior by society. Evidence emerges suggesting that Romany women are being sterilised against their will. Ingrid Ginova, who was only 16 when she underwent sterilisation without her knowledge, bravely publicises her experience. Following her revelation, police threaten her with imprisonment, highlighting the systemic issues faced by the Roma community. Her story supports a new report indicating that forced sterilisation of Romany women has occurred for decades, raising urgent questions about human rights and medical ethics in Slovakia.

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