Sudan: training certificates' policy of the ICRC
Khartoum - The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Sudan would like to recall that it is only responsible for activities carried out by its staff. Part of the activities includes …
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Breaking the silence on sexual and gender-based violence in the Pacific
Content warning: this article discusses sexual violence, including rape Taboos surrounding sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) are often harmful to victims/survivors, hindering their recovery …
Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict: Not all scars are visible
Mental health is key to our overall health. Islam Alaraj, who heads up the ICRC's mental health and psychosocial work in Ukraine, explains the importance of mental health support in the country. We …
South Africa: ICRC donates Forensic Pathology Service equipment
20-06-2022 Pretoria (ICRC) – To help reduce the number of unidentified deceased and provide closure to the families of missing persons, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Regional …
Meeting an A-bomb survivor after 76 years: A testimony of hope
As he gears up to participate in the First Conference of the States Parties to the Treaty of Nuclear Weapons in Vienna (Austria) from 21 to 23 June 2022 as an ICRC youth representative, Keita …
South Sudan: Attacks on healthcare facilities putting communities at risk
Leer, Mayendit, and Koch counties in Unity state of South Sudan have been affected by armed violence in the last six months, displacing thousands of people and disrupting their means of livelihood. …
ICRC Regional Director for Asia Pacific visits Myanmar
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Regional Director for the Asia Pacific Christine Cipolla visited Myanmar last week for meetings with State Administration Council ministries, including …
Political Declaration on Strengthening the Protection of Civilians from the Humanitarian Consequences arising from the use of Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas
Statement by the International Committee of the Red Cross delivered by Laurent Gisel, Head of the Arms and Conduct of Hostilities Unit at the Legal Division on Friday, 17 June 2022. Thank you, Mr. …
Peter Maurer: “Continued existence of nuclear weapons is one of the biggest threats for humanity”
A speech given by ICRC President Peter Maurer at the First Meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons in Vienna on 21 June 2022. First Meeting of States Parties to …
Myanmar: The impact of community support in Mrauk U, Rakhine
The first thing the villagers noticed when they returned was the destruction of homes, roads and other infrastructure. “We had to return because there was no way to make a living at the camp and our …
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