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Europe's hidden shame: Forced sterilisation of women with disabilities is still a concern

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Video. Europe's hidden shame: Forced sterilisation of women with disabilities

Updated: 19/06/2023 - 16:01 GMT+2

Forced sterilisation of women with disabilities is still happening in Europe. The European Parliament is currently debating a binding legislation that would make this pratice illegal.

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