Frequently asked questions: Our work in Syria
… people, providing food and essential aid, and restoring family links. In the transition period Syria is going …
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Afghanistan: A year of responding to numerous humanitarian challenges
… his loved ones as the sole provider for his family. Three irrigation canals, serving the … it was as if he had been reborn. My whole family is incredibly grateful for everything …
Switzerland: Six National Societies participate in pilot exchange on Restoring Family Links at the CTA-B
… in Geneva for the coordinators of the Restoring Family Links activities of the National Societies of …
ICRC Activities in Syria: Facts & Figures (January - June 2024)
… its activities, aiming at reestablishing links between separated family members, searching for people gone …
ICRC in Afghanistan – Summary
… In some cases, we facilitate visits of family members to their detained relatives. … to mitigate the humanitarian consequences. RESTORING AND MAINTAINING FAMILY LINKS In cooperation with the Afghan Red …
Information for people affected by the conflict in Lebanon
… you for your understanding. Help in finding a family member We are very sorry you don't have … you are located in Lebanon concerned about a family member with whom you have lost contact, … making a payment or clicking on unknown links). Presence of the ICRC in Lebanon We …
ICRC Activities in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries: Annual Review 2023
… Guantanamo Bay detention facility and their family members in the GCC countries. 200 new … Society participants jointly implemented Restoring Family Links activities with the ICRC. 40 National …
Philippines: Our humanitarian impact from January to June 2024
… first aid and protection of health care 75 family members of 50 individuals detained in relation to the conflict participated in family visits to their detained loved ones 190 … Cross • 13 kits donated to PRC for the 13 PRC Restoring Family Link hubs • 50 volunteer …
ICRC Impact in Ethiopia: January - June 2024 Bulletin
… assistance helped him to buy food for his family and improve their living conditions … was relieved to receive the assistance. Each family was assisted with food - wheat, oil, … safe delivery practices, postpartum care and family planning. This innovative approach …
Restoring Family Links – Families Belong Together
… Family members can become separated or go … response. We at the ICRC restore and maintain family links and family unity, we clarify the fate …
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