Economic and social rights
Modern, inclusive and equitable societies rest on the realization of economic, social, cultural and political rights, including the rights to social assistance and housing, effective social protection, as well as guaranties for adequate living standard. In the Helsinki Final Act, the participating States recognized the close link between social well-being and peace and security in Europe. Also, several OSCE Ministerial Council decisions reinforce the OSCE commitments to labour rights, economic stability and sustainable development.
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In BiH, where, according to United Nations Development Programme in Bosnia and Herzegovina (UNDP) almost 6.5 per cent of the population experiences at least one form of poverty, it becomes even more critical to protect these rights. The daily reality of most citizens in the country is marked by socio-economic difficulties – a high unemployment rate that particularly affects groups such as persons with disabilities, women, women in rural areas, young people, and others, weak labor protection, limited access to retraining or additional education, and limited access to healthcare. Therefore, the Mission focuses on identifying good practices and creating optimal conditions for the full and meaningful enjoyment of these rights with the outcome to reduce social inequalities and rebuild public trust in the institutions.
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