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MNA Position Statement
STATEMENT ON
HUMAN RIGHTS
“Nurses share the
responsibility with all people for the resolution of problems affecting the
human rights of the individual and the community at large.” The
Massachusetts Nurses Association believes that discrimination of persons in
regards to social or economic status, personal attributes, sexual preferences,
or the nature of health problems violates their human rights. In light
of this belief, nursing practice should respect these human rights by providing
services with regard for human dignity and the uniqueness of the individual.
As well, the employment
of nurses should respect the individuality of the nurse and be free of discrimination.
Based on this statement,
the Association encourages individual members to actively and openly seek the
end of the violation of human rights.
Approved:
BOD
1/26/79
Reviewed: BOD Policy Committee 3/88
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