Core Dataset for the Search for Missing Migrants
One of the most significant obstacles encountered in the search for missing migrants is the lack of compatibility of data gathered by different actors. This dataset has been formulated as a means to …
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Dwindling medical supplies in northern Ethiopia prevents health workers from aiding those in need
As the conflict in northern Ethiopia continues to evolve, hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced, putting enormous strain on the region’s health-care system and medical staff. The ICRC …
ICRC launches new fund to boost climate action in its humanitarian programmes
Geneva (ICRC) - The International Committee of the Red Cross today launched a new initiative to bolster climate and environment action in its humanitarian operations worldwide. The Climate and …
ICRC launches a new fund to support long-term climate and environment initiatives
People living in countries affected by conflict are among the most vulnerable to the effects of climate change . Combinations of conflict, food insecurity and accelerating climate change are …
Inclusive programming in ICRC operations: Final assessment report
This evaluation, completed in January 2021, assessed the most effective ways that the ICRC should implement "Inclusive Programming". This means ensuring that people and their needs are at the centre …
Nigeria: Seven years after major attack, Mubi residents share stories of recovery
Sinasi Pius, Librarian at the Adamawa State University “That evening in October 2014 when those armed men invaded our community in Mubi still rings fresh in my head. In our thousands, we fled and …
A humanitarian perspective on China–Africa cooperation
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) shared insights on China–Africa cooperation from a humanitarian perspective at the second forum on China and International Development hosted by …
Information kit: Development of national legislation to implement the Convention on the prohibition of anti-personnel mines
The purpose of this information kit is to assist States in developing legislation to implement the Ottawa Convention on anti-personnel mines. Contents: 1 - Introduction 2 - Elements to consider when …
31st International Conference 2011: Resolution 6 - Health inequities
Health inequities: with a focus on women and children. 31st International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (International Conference), Geneva, Switzerland, 28 November-1 December …
Summary table of IHL provisions specifically applicable to children
Summary table of provisions of international humanitarian law and other provisions of international law specifically applicable to children in war Preliminary remarks Reference is made here to the …
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