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People don't talk much about the right to clothing. In many disasters that occured in the Philippines, big or small, affected communities receive clothes donation more quickly because these are non perishable and are easier to crowd source. One event has stood out, however, when the affected population took to social media a "fashion show," where the donated clothings such as wedding gowns, graduation garbs, uniforms of a popular fast food chain, and shiny overcoats among others. This has brought groups to address the public to donate only clothes that are usable and upholds the dignity of peoples affected by disasters, as well as prompting the Philippine social welfare agency to discourage donations of used clothing.

Because the right to clothing is not talked about much, it's not clear what exactly this right includes. During the COVID-19 pandemic, protective peresonal equipments or PPEs suddenly became more understandable and a general need for the people. PPE is a form of clothing. Workers in construction sites are required to wear appropriate clothes, for instance, as well as PPEs in order to be allowed to work. Clothing not only covers appropriateness but also safety and protection.

Read about this article on"The Right to Clothing and Personal Protective Equipment in the Context of COVID-19."