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Democratic Republic of the Congo: The art of stopping the moment

… to the latest data from the Ministry of Health of the DR Congo, 894 cases of infection … decline in the use of traditional, but highly dangerous, funeral rites, in which the … Stopping the spread of the virus requires careful handling of the bodies of people …

Brazil: Protecting schools from attacks in 2022

… of armed violence on education and health services. This includes the schools, … and two special classes. It's located in a dangerous and notorious area of our city. The … strategy makes them feel valued, loved and cared for, keeping them in school. Does the …

Law and policy topic

Armenia: Limited access to education – the unseen consequence of conflict

… in the walls intersect with posters about danger of landmines and how to stay safe. It's … access to farmland and water, emergency health care as well as issues of economic, social and …

Law and policy topic

Colombia: Experts from 23 countries discuss challenges to humanitarian law

… de la XXXII Asistencia de salud en peligro (Health Care in Danger)  Moderación: El Salvador. Maddelin …

Event

Frequently asked questions about the ICRC’s work in Iraq

… Medico-Legal Directorate of the Ministry of Health at +964 780 717 1201 or +964 773 499 … the ICRC focuses on strengthening the healthcare system, in close collaboration with the … If you encounter a strange object that looks dangerous or suspicious, please follow the …

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Two ICRC staff members interact with a group of primary school children. Some of the children are reading leaflets

Contemporary Challenges to Humanitarian Action, 7th Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Lecture on International Humanitarian Law

… than ever in the history of mankind are healthier, better educated, live longer lives. … including food, shelter and medical care, contact with the outside world, or … or to attempt to flee present or imminent dangers, is the loss of contact with loved …

Statement

Guiding Principles / Model Law on the Missing

… armed conflict or internal violence, inherent dangers lead to separation and disappearances … everywhere as a person before the law. § Care should be taken in the elaboration of any … examination and shall receive adequate health care, as the case may be. Such …

Law and policy topic

Report: Protracted conflict and humanitarian action

… also works deeply with regard to the various health, water, livelihood and protection … long-term needs in terms of education, health care, food security, water, electricity, law … migrants – many of whom have had extremely dangerous journeys from their place of origin …

Report

Ready-to-use workshop on principles guiding humanitarian action

… The wounded and sick shall be collected and cared for. An impartial humanitarian body, … be found. Its purpose is to protect life and health and to ensure respect for the human … approaching British warships of the imminent danger to which the minefield exposed them. …

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New horizons in humanitarian diplomacy: Power of new technologies and Asian youth

… needs, from food, water and shelter, to health care services, to economic opportunities. Our … in terms of protecting civilians from the dangers of cyber warfare. The ICRC is urging …

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