Nigeria: Lecturers exchange ideas on international humanitarian law
… 16-06-2015 Abuja (ICRC) – Today the International Committee of the Red Cross … off a three-day workshop on international humanitarian law (IHL) in Abuja. At this 11th edition, …
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ICRC archives to be opened, 1966-1975
… is a wonderfully rich archive, outlining the humanitarian work of the ICRC during these … and others with a new perspective on these international events," said the ICRC's deputy … B AG 024-156 Publication de l'ouvrage de Slawomir Debrawa : ''La population civile dans …
Nigeria: ECOWAS States discuss implementation of international humanitarian law
… to evaluate the progress in implementing international humanitarian law (IHL) in members of the Economic Community …
South Sudan: Facts and figures May 2015 - The Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement's Fundamental Principles in action
… in action. It has been 50 years since the International Red Cross and Red Crescent … to their obligations under International Humanitarian Law. The organization is constantly adapting …
Exploring international humanitarian law: Yesterday, today and tomorrow
… recently-held 6th South Asian Conference on international humanitarian law (IHL). The conference took place in …
Yemen: Tragic death of yet another Red Crescent aid worker
… 08-06-2015 The International Red Cross and Red Crescent … All of them died while carrying out their humanitarian duties. Ms Burut's death is the … to be respected and protected as required by law, so that they can safely reach everyone in …
Women & War and the issue of Sexual Violence
… On September 30, the International Committee of the Red Cross and … European Commission’s Directorate General for Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (DG … of women under international humanitarian law Mr Stéphane Kolanowski, Senior Legal …
Missing persons in the Western Balkans
… field operation in response to the rising humanitarian needs. Together, they collected … missing persons; raising the awareness of the international community on the issue of … persons. Under international humanitarian law and international human rights law, the …
Ukraine: ICRC activities, February and March 2015
… population. A training course on integrating international humanitarian law (IHL) into the decision-making process was …
South Africa: ICRC and SADC sign memorandum of understanding
… 15 May in Gaborone, Botswana, by Stergomena Lawrence Tax, the executive secretary of the … workers and facilities during conflict; humanitarian activities during post-conflict … the ICRC will also work together to promote international humanitarian law and to urge …
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