Healthcare Policies for Stateless Populations in ASEAN Countries: A Scoping Review

Barua, Proloy; Bangpan, Mukdarut; Narattharaksa, Kanida; Suphanchaimat, Rapeepong; Chaiyakunapruk, Nathorn

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“…Many of these second- and third-generation immigrants have not been granted any legal status in either country ( 34 ). Consequently, they are stateless ( 35 ). Although about half a million people in Thailand are registered as stateless, some estimates suggest that the real total may be over 2 million ( 31 ).…”

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Handwashing among caregivers of young children in a protracted and complex refugee and immigration context: a mixed methods study on the Thai–Myanmar border

Pooseesod

Umezaki

Phetrak

et al. 2023

Front. Public Health

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IntroductionProtracted refugee situations create complex contexts that present significant health risks for young children. Effective hand hygiene practices by caregivers can reduce respiratory infections and diarrhoeal disease, the two largest contributors to mortality among children between 1 month and 5 years of age. This study documented handwashing patterns and access to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) infrastructure among caregivers of young children living along the Thai–Myanmar border, one of the world’s most protracted and complex refugee and immigration contexts. It also examined the association between handwashing and socio-demographic variables and captured participants’ explanations for when and how hands are washed. The study broadened the scope of previous research by also including the large number of caregivers living outside formal camps.MethodsCaregivers of children attending 11 preschools in Tak province, Thailand participated in a mixed-methods cross-sectional study. Quantitative questionnaire data (n = 384) were supplemented by a thematic analysis of data from in-depth interviews (n = 9).ResultsFewer than half the caregivers reported routinely washing their hands before preparing meals or after using the latrine/toilet. Fewer than one-in-five routinely used soap in these situations. Interviewees explained that handwashing was only necessary when a substance could be felt or seen, in which case wiping with a cloth or a rinsing with water were sufficient to clean hands. However, their explanations also suggested some potential avenues for culturally appropriate and feasible interventions to improve hand hygiene.ConclusionThe results confirmed previous research on the multi-dimensional barriers to good hand hygiene in protracted refugee situations and other low-resource settings. Additional investment to overcome shortages in the infrastructure necessary to support good hand hygiene and creative means of drawing on and developing human capital will be necessary to realize the potential hand hygiene holds for reducing ill-health and mortality among young children living in these contexts.

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Handwashing among caregivers of young children in a protracted and complex refugee and immigration context: a mixed methods study on the Thai–Myanmar border

Pooseesod

Umezaki

Phetrak

et al. 2023

Front. Public Health

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“…Therefore, fear of apprehension constitutes a significant barrier to healthcare among the marginalised communities ( Lau, 2020 ). Many undocumented Rohingya have reported avoiding treatment at public hospitals for this reason ( Barua et al., 2019 ; Equal Rights Trust, 2014 ).…”

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Digitalisation of birth registration system in Malaysia: Boon or bane for the hard-to-reach and marginalised?

Razali

Duraisingam

Xuan³

2022

Journal of Migration and Health

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“…Statelessness or an individual who does not have citizenship, is someone who is not recognized as a citizen by any country based on its laws, this is seen in the framework of international law [1]. Individuals with stateless conditions can be caused by several factors, namely Gap in nationality, political policies in a country that result in individuals not being able to obtain citizenship, and the second cause is that someone moves countries when they are born [2].…”

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Construction of Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence in Stateless Children: Scoping Literature Review

Adi Fahrudin

2024

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Statelessness, defined as the lack of citizenship, is a complex issue governed by international law. Factors contributing to statelessness include gaps in nationality, political policies, and individuals moving to countries at birth.. Stateless status can affect individuals of all ages, and children born to stateless parents are particularly vulnerable. This article explores the impact of self-confidence and self-esteem on the future preferences of stateless children. While international human rights instruments recognize basic rights for all, regardless of citizenship, many countries link citizenship to the full enjoyment of rights. Research methods employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) to gather insights from previous studies. The results and discussion section highlights the negative impact of statelessness on self-esteem and self-confidence, with stateless individuals often feeling invisible and undervalued. The lack of citizenship not only undermines political and legal status but also tests the limits of self-confidence and self-esteem. The article also discusses the challenges faced by stateless children, such as legal instability, discrimination, limited access to services, identity uncertainty, violence, and exploitation. It emphasizes the importance of addressing these challenges to protect the rights of stateless children, promote their self-confidence, and enable their holistic development. The article underscores the need for legal recognition, emotional support, education, legal protection, psychological education, and involvement in positive activities to enhance the self-confidence of stateless children.

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Healthcare Policies for Stateless Populations in ASEAN Countries: A Scoping Review

Cited by 7 publications

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Handwashing among caregivers of young children in a protracted and complex refugee and immigration context: a mixed methods study on the Thai–Myanmar border

Handwashing among caregivers of young children in a protracted and complex refugee and immigration context: a mixed methods study on the Thai–Myanmar border

Digitalisation of birth registration system in Malaysia: Boon or bane for the hard-to-reach and marginalised?

Construction of Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence in Stateless Children: Scoping Literature Review

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