OBSTETRIC VIOLENCE FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF HUMAN RIGHTS: THE RIGHT TO THE PRESENCE OF A COMPANION AT BIRTH FOR INPRISONED WOMEN
Obstetric Violence. Incarcerated Women. Human Rights. Humanization of Childbirth.
The present work aims to provide an analysis of the obstetric violence that affects pregnant and postpartum women in prison in the city
of Porto Velho/RO. This institutional violence practiced by the prison administration has prevented incarcerated women from enjoying
the guaranteed rights to companions and humanized assistance during childbirth. Initially, the definition of obstetric violence and all its
nuances involved are addressed, framing it as gender-based violence and highlighting that this practice causes the violation of women's
human, sexual and reproductive rights. Next, the legal protection instruments used to combat obstetric violence in prison are presented,
analyzing the legislation in force in the country on the topic addressed, as well as bringing a discussion about the effectiveness in the
application of Municipal Law n. 2.671/2019. Like this, considering the guarantees provided in the Brazilian legal system for pregnant
and postpartum women in prison, the prison administration cannot create differences regarding the treatment given during childbirth to
women in prison and those who enjoy their individual freedom.