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Describes the limitations of health education and behaviour change models, in the context of the HIV pandemic. Uses UNICEF's construct of communication as a right and a means to claiming other rights; and applies this to the triple-A (assessing, analyzing, acting) model of learning-by-doing, in which communication is integral at every stage. Argues that rights-holders must take charge of the change process, deciding what kind of change is wanted, in the context of their communities and social setting

This study reviews the current use of the United Nations human rights instruments and how they can be developed further. It addresses the shift from a charity based and medical approach towards a human rights, advocacy and empowerment based approach of disabled people's organisations.The study examines different human rights conventions and how they can be applied to people with disabilities and offers national case studies.The study is aimed at people with disabilities, policy makers and organisations working with disabled people

The 1989 Convention on the Rights of the Child establishes the rights of adolescents, including those to information and skills; access to services, such as education, health, recreation and justice; a safe and supportive environment; and opportunities to participate and to have their voices heard. Countries that have ratified the Convention are required to take all necessary measures to secure these rights. This publication explains why the different rights that young people are entitled to are important. It provides a general introduction rather than a technical or legal explanation of rights and how they apply to young people

These guidelines aim to assist companies, organisations and people with disabilities in the process of employment. The guidelines describe the South African legal framework, reasonable accommodation, recruitment processes, psychological and medical aspects, and training for people with disabilities

This paper discusses the measures of child welfare that are available and how appropriate they are to creating child-centric, sustainable and rights-based approaches the poverty reductions strategies

This report records the proceedings of the conference Orphans and Other Vulnerable Children: What Role for Social Protection? This two-day conference sought to promote awareness of the extent of the orphan and other vulnerable children crisis caused by HIV/AIDS, to provide practitioners with a forum to share best practices and other insights, and to probe the role of social protection in implementing a balanced response

This conference report includes recommendations for government action using a rights-based approach. It covers a range of care issues including a holistic approach to access; legislation and funding; medical rehabilitation; support service; and awareness raising