OSPDH Participation in the “Swiss Week” at the Faculty of Medicine in Laayoune

OSPDH Participation in the “Swiss Week” at the Faculty of Medicine in Laayoune:

The OSPDH team proudly participated in the “Swiss Week” event organized by the Faculty of Medicine in Laayoune, representing the International Organization for the Protection of Human Rights and Democracy in Geneva (IOPDHR Geneva). The event featured the presence of Ms. Aisha Douihi, the Observatory’s president, who joined the team in facilitating interactive sessions with medical students.

Discussions centered on the importance of strengthening the right to health and the vital role medical students and professionals can play in defending this right. The sessions also highlighted ways to leverage United Nations mechanisms for the protection of health rights, supported by real-life examples and field experiences.

Key Recommendations from the Meeting:

• Integrate a human rights approach into medical education.

• Encourage students to engage in human rights initiatives at both local and international levels.

• Enhance cooperation between civil society and medical training institutions.

• Support awareness programs on health rights and international protection mechanisms.