Australia

Through humanitarian diplomacy, the Australia mission aims to mitigate the effects of armed conflicts for people abroad and those who may be impacted in the future.

With global connections and local knowledge, the mission provides Australia with specialized resources on IHL and related policy. We also work to build awareness among the armed forces of IHL and of the ICRC’s humanitarian activities, participating in Australian Defence Force military exercises and providing advice on discrete legal and policy issues. Regular, constructive dialogue with the government allows the ICRC to share its extensive expertise in areas such as the protection of civilians and civil-military relations.

Mobilizing support for the ICRC’s worldwide campaigns and bringing attention to the situation of people impacted by armed conflict and violence are other key activities of the Australia mission.