Slovak Republic: Medical action - Allegations of illegal sterilization of Romani women

Index Number: EUR 72/004/2003
Date Published: 21 September 2003
Categories: Europe And Central Asia, Slovak Republic

Amnesty International is concerned about allegations of illegal, including forced, sterilization of Romani women in Slovakia. The organization is particularly concerned that in spite of its repeated appeals the investigation into these allegations is not being conducted independently, thoroughly and impartially as required by international law.