International Health Partnership

The International Society for Health and Human Rights is an association for health professionals working with individuals and communities affected by violations of human rights.

Our goal is to gather knowledge on the effects of violations of human rights in mental health, exchange experiences and information on treatment methods, psychosocial and psychological care and contribute to the development of psychosocial interventions in individual and community. The International Society is an international company which also operates at the regional level, with members from over 50 countries and ruban and rural regions around the world.

Human rights are an important part of the work of those that work in the category of health, as health professionals and the various topics are treated differently. We live in a world where human rights were violated everyday, which health professionals and human rights defenders are facing enormous challenges in their work to address the consequences of these acts.

The International Society takes an active position to meet these challenges, strengthening communication among professionals in the field, promoting the exchange of ideas, knowledge, skills and expertise,

By becoming a member of The International Society joins the global network of people working in the field of health and human rights, opening lines of communication with colleagues and peers, sharing experiences at regional and Parity.

The World Health Organization has defined health as `’a state of complete physical, mental and social well”and not merely the absence of disease. At the individual level, early diagnosis and proper care of health problems caused by violations of human rights can help prevent subsequent health problems. At EU level, psychosocial intervention can strengthen the resilience of those affected by human rights violations. On this basis, Ishhr is dedicated to:

* Train professionals working in the field of health and human rights, organizing regular international conferences and workshops for professional development. Ishhr has organized eight successful international conferences: France (1987), Costa Rica (1989), Chile (1991), Philippines (1994), South Africa (1998), Croatia (2001), India (2005) and recently in Peru ( 2008).
* Making information more accessible to our members and the general public through conferences, publications on health and human rights, and our website.
* Establish and mannerist contact between relevant national and international organizations to promote accessibility of information and knowledge to health professionals and human rights. Ishhr has signed letters of cooperation with the Information Center for Psychological Help (ICP), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and the World Health Organization (WHO).
* Assist similar organizations in monitoring and advocacy campaigns for adherence to international instruments.
* To support and protect health professionals, engaged in the care of people whose human rights have been infringed.

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