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International Committee of the Red Cross
an independent, neutral organization ensuring humanitarian protection and assistance for victims of war and other situations of violence
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Sudan
days since the abduction of Gauthier, ICRC staff member in Darfur
Chad
days since the abduction of Laurent, ICRC staff member in eastern Chad
4-11-2009 |
Children and the ravages of war
To mark the 20th, 50th and 60th anniversaries of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Declaration of the Rights of the Child and the Geneva Conventions, respectively, the ICRC has issued a new brochure on children and war. ICRC child protection adviser, Kristin Barstad, talks about the plight of children during war and what the organization does to protect and assist them. See also ICRC news release.
16-11-2009 |
Yemen: concerns mount as situation worsens
As the armed conflict in northern Yemen escalates further, reportedly spilling over into Saudi Arabia, the ICRC is becoming increasingly concerned about the plight of civilians and is stepping up its activities. 13-11-2009 |
More highlights 10-11-2009 |
Children in war
This brochure examines the risks faced by children caught up in armed conflict, the steps taken by the ICRC to address their specific needs, and the rules of law defined to protect them. 17-11-2009 |
Our world. Your move. Events across the globe.
The Our world. Your move. campaign is a call to action. Our world faces unprecedented challenges, ranging from conflict and mass displacement to climate change, migration and a global financial crisis. We have a collective responsibility to make our world a better place. It’s up to each of us to 'make a move' and do something to help others. 5-5-2009 |
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