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Protected persons: Missing persons

… the missing in armed conflict Useful links A Comprehensive Web-Based Solution for … other experts and, most importantly, missing family associations all attended.  The … the vital role of networks that restore family links in which the ICRC, the broader …

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Child holds picture of missing family member.

Protected persons: Women

… particularly vulnerable to separation from family members and the suffering caused by … plays a leading role around the world in restoring family links both during and after armed conflicts. …

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A group of African women and children facing the camera.

Neutral intermediary

… with the agreement of the parties involved. Restoring family links Organizing the exchange of family news …

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People embrace and shed tears during a prisoner release operation in Yemen, facilitated by the ICRC as a neutral intermediary.

Helping detainees

… with training and support for prison staff. Restoring family links If detainees lose contact with their …

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An ICRC employee speaking with detainees at the San Salvador, Cojutepeque Penal Centre.

Protected persons: Children

… children who may have one or more missing family members, and we provide essential goods … from being split up in the first place. If family members do become separated because of … humanitarian law. Read more Useful links Statements on children Annual Day of …

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Children play with a ball in Beledweyne, Rasmi camp.

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