Technical Guidance on Policies and Programmes to Reduce Preventable Maternal Morbidity and Mortality

The present report contains concise technical guidance, in accordance with the request made by the Human Rights Council in its resolution 18/2. The aim of the report is to assist policymakers in improving women’s health and rights by providing guidance on implementing policies and programs to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity in accordance with human rights standards. It highlights the human rights implications for multiple actors in the policymaking, implementation and review cycle, as well as the need for robust enforcement mechanisms and international assistance and cooperation.