Analysis and Evidence in Action
The aim of this research was to identify the challenges and opportunities that ICRC staff members encountered in their efforts to incorporate monitoring findings into the process of evidence-based …
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Persons with disabilities in armed conflicts: from invisibility to visibility
© "Isolation 1, 2, 3, 4" by Gary Murrell Armed conflicts exacerbate the existing barriers faced by persons with disabilities and expose them to greater harm. International humanitarian law (IHL), …
Libya: ICRC welcomes circular issued by Ministry of Local Government affirming local entities can work with the organization
01-12-2022 Tripoli (ICRC) – The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) welcomes the affirmation by the Ministry of Local Government that local authorities and entities can work with the …
ICRC promotes social inclusion through sports on International Day of Persons with Disabilities in South Sudan
Juba, South Sudan (ICRC)— The South Sudan National Wheelchair Basketball team will participate in the 1st African Mix Wheelchair Basketball International Tournament organized by the International …
From wheelchair racing to owning a small business in Donetsk
We met Valeria in Donetsk several years ago. This smiley young woman never ceases to amaze us with her persistence, positive attitude, and incredible dedication. Valeria has won multiple …
Climate change journalists honoured at PII-ICRC Media Awards
To reach out to communities that need to be heard, journalists and photographers often put themselves at risk to cover underreported stories. They provide valuable information to those in need and …
Wheelchair basketball: The language of sport transcends barriers at tournament in India
Louai Abdul Kader Rajoub, player, Syria A person with any disability should be able to participate in sports and be an active member of their community. There is no difference between us and a person …
Humanitarian Journeys: ICRC staff share their experiences from the field — 2022
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) employs close to 20,000 people in over 100 countries. These humanitarians face unprecedented challenges as they work in difficult circumstances and …
Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict: Under snow and ice, landmines and unexploded ordnance pose deadly danger to civilians
02-12-2022 Geneva (ICRC)—As the winter freeze sets in and attacks on infrastructure leave people without heat or electricity, civilians face an increased risk of being injured or killed by landmines …
Afghanistan: disability in warzone - a constant fight for survival and dignity
Afghan's lives have been deeply impacted and transformed by over four decades of war. Some people lost a limb due to the conflict or accidents. They saw their mobility and independence reduced, faced …
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