Human rights violations against migrants can include a denial of civil and political rights such as arbitrary detention, torture, or a lack of due process, as well as economic, social and cultural rights such as the rights to health, housing or education.

Violations of the rights to life, liberty and security In some places refugees are regularly subjected to attacks and abuse. Many have died in military or armed attacks on refugee camps and settlements.

Here are some key points for assessing vulnerable migrants in the ED. Definitions: In this article I use the word “vulnerable” to imply an individual at risk for an enhanced need of special care, support, or protection because of age, disability, or risk of abuse or neglect.