When Maternity Doesn't Matter
Dispersing pregnant women seeking asylum
This joint Refugee Council and Maternity Action report looks at the experiences of pregnant women in the asylum system, based on interviews with asylum seeking women and midwives responsible for their care.
The findings show that the UK Border Agency's 'dispersal' policies are putting the health of pregnant women and their babies at risk. By moving them to acommodation around the county, women are uprooted from essential healthcare and their support networks, leaving them isolated and vulnerable.
When Maternity Doesn't Matter - download full report
What you can do
Join our campaign today to help ensure no women nor their babies have to suffer as a result of UKBA policies.
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