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Research Report: Sexual and Reproductive Health and Digital Human Rights

Tony Sandset, Trang Pham, Do Dang Dong & Sara L. M. Davis

The paper explores integration of digital technologies in sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services, focusing on their impact on privacy, autonomy, and equality. It highlights how digital tools both advance and challenge fundamental human rights in SRH contexts.

Key insights include:

– The widespread adoption of digital platforms in SRH raises significant concerns about data privacy and misuse.

– Digital tools can enhance autonomy in SRH decisions but require strong consent mechanisms to avoid exploitation.

– Inequalities in access to technology may widen gaps in SRH services for marginalised populations.

– Regulatory frameworks are often inadequate to address privacy and rights concerns in digital SRH services.

– Inclusive policies are essential to ensure equitable and safe access to digital SRH interventions.

The research underscores the transformative potential of digital technologies in SRH while emphasising the need to protect human rights. Robust governance and inclusive strategies are critical to addressing privacy, autonomy, and equality challenges in digital SRH delivery.

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