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and political protection needs42 and other economic, social and cultural protection
needs43 must be protected and respected through the design and implementation of
specific initiatives and mechanisms at all levels.
97.
Approaches that are participatory, gender-based, culturally-sensitive,
accountable, anti-discriminatory and comprehensive should be included in all
humanitarian aid plans and mechanisms during the rescue, relief and recovery
processes. Those programmatic and political issues allow for better application of
international human rights standards as well as offering a comprehensive response to
crises. Mechanisms for respecting the human rights of the most vulnerable groups of
people should be an integral part of disaster preparedness.
98.
States should allocate specific funding to emergency response, relief and
reconstruction. The allocation of funds for those purposes needs to be prioritized in
annual national budgets. In addition, States need to identify resources to meet longterm development needs.
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The rights to religious freedom and freedom of speech, personal documentation, political
participation, access to courts, and freedom from discrimination.
Access to education, to receive restitution or compensation for lost property and the right to work.
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