2020
IFRC, UNICEF, & World Health Organization
IFRC, UNICEF, & WHO
This fact sheet is targeted at governments, media and local organizations responding to COVID-19. It describes what social stigma is, why COVID-19 is causing so much stigma, its impacts in society and on health, and ways to address social stigma, including the words to use and avoid when talking about COVID-19, tips on possible actions to counter stigmatizing attitudes, and communication tips and messages.
Social stigma associated with COVID-19: A guide to preventing and addressing social stigma.
IFRC, UNICEF, & World Health Organization. (2020). Social stigma associated with COVID-19: A guide to preventing and addressing social stigma.
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