Our work in Mexico
We listen to people affected by armed violence to understand their humanitarian needs and concerns, and we work with them and the responsible authorities to deliver comprehensive responses.
We engage in confidential bilateral dialogue to share our overall humanitarian concerns and recommendations with the authorities, the armed and security forces and other actors able to contribute to improving the situation of people and communities affected by violence.
In Mexico:
- We assist the families of missing people in locating their loved ones, strengthening processes to support them in their search.
- We promote the dignified treatment of the dead and foster good practices and interinstitutional coordination in locating, recovering and identifying the dead and ensuring the respectful storage of remains.
- We help people separated from their families to reconnect with their loved ones, working in collaboration with the Mexican Red Cross.
- We work to deliver a comprehensive response to meet the needs of internally displaced people.
- We promote respect for and the protection of health-care services and access to essential services for communities affected by violence.
- We foster an environment of respect for human life and dignity by spreading knowledge of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
To deliver a comprehensive humanitarian response, we work with the Mexican Red Cross, the authorities and other humanitarian organizations. Our work is guided by the Fundamental Principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence.
Other regions we support: The regional delegation for Mexico and Central America carries out humanitarian activities in Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama, Costa Rica and Belize, in collaboration with its International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement partners.
