International Committee of the Red Cross Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on September 18, 2024 - 23:58 GMT

Brazil: Seminar marks the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions and promotes international humanitarian law

The seminar was organized by Brazil’s foreign ministry and the ICRC’s regional delegation for Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay, with the support of the National Committee for the Dissemination and Application of IHL. Opening the seminar, the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 18, 2024 - 15:26 GMT

In a polarized world, the 34th International Conference of the International Red Cross Red Crescent is a vital platform for ...

The International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent, to be held in Geneva from 28-31 October, presents a critical opportunity to focus on concrete humanitarian solutions for some of the world’s most pressing challenges. The conference is co- …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 18, 2024 - 05:50 GMT

Afghanistan: Vocational training empowers people with disabilities and fosters social inclusion

Like Nilofar, Baqir, who was born with a deformity in his leg that made walking painful and nearly impossible, also felt isolated and helpless as he struggled to navigate the world with his disability. But things began to change for him when his family …

Distribution channels:

Published on September 17, 2024 - 22:03 GMT

ICRC president concludes visit to Moscow

President Spoljaric met with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov; the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sergey Vershinin; the High Commissioner for Human Rights, Tatiana Moskalkova; the Presidential Commissioner for Children’s Rights, Maria Lvova-Belova; and …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 17, 2024 - 22:03 GMT

Preserving our common humanity – 75 years of the Geneva Conventions

The rules of war took centre stage at an event in London marking the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. In an age of increasing conflict and humanitarian needs, last night’s event at the UK Swiss Embassy was a chance to highlight the enduring …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 16, 2024 - 12:12 GMT

ICRC president arrives in Moscow to discuss pressing humanitarian issues

Ms Spoljaric plans to discuss in confidence with senior government officials the humanitarian consequences of the Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict as well as ongoing armed conflicts in places such as Myanmar, Gaza, and Sudan. This is to include …

Distribution channels:

Published on September 16, 2024 - 12:12 GMT

China: ICRC VP calls for strengthening global security governance through IHL

Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, What can States do to ensure greater respect for international humanitarian law? What can you do to ensure that the most vulnerable are effectively protected and assisted? We make two calls in this regard: First, …

Distribution channels:

Published on September 13, 2024 - 08:49 GMT

Republic of Korea: Upholding humanitarian principles amid security crises in an interconnected world

In parallel, humanitarian action is increasingly prevented, and humanitarian workers are targeted. Neutral and impartial providers of humanitarian assistance and protection, such as the ICRC, are regularly pressured to pursue political or military …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 13, 2024 - 08:49 GMT

China: ICRC signs MoU with ACBASR to help Chinese enterprises improve overseas practices

Based on their respective responsibilities and mandates, both parties will share resources, build on each other’s strengths and adopt innovative ways of working so as to help Chinese enterprises improve their overseas practices and build stronger social …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 13, 2024 - 08:22 GMT

ICRC Impact in Ethiopia: January - June 2024 Bulletin

In response, we have sustained our neutral, impartial, and independent humanitarian activities to protect and assist people affected by conflict and violence. To address the most urgent needs of affected people, we have maintained our countrywide approach …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 12, 2024 - 17:11 GMT

Armenia: Finding strength through helping others

She recalls feeling hesitant about sharing her own story the first time a participant in one of the psychosocial support sessions asked her how she had managed to deal with her struggles. But she eventually decided to share her story, including the initial …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 12, 2024 - 17:11 GMT

Media Advisory

What: A commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions and launch the international humanitarian law Caucus. The event brings together African Union member states, regional bodies, civil society, and international humanitarian …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 12, 2024 - 17:11 GMT

Ukraine: 3 ICRC staff killed after shelling hits aid distribution site in Donetsk region

The distribution of humanitarian assistance had not begun, and no residents were affected by the explosion. “I condemn attacks on Red Cross personnel in the strongest terms. It’s unconscionable that shelling would hit an aid distribution site. Our hearts …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 11, 2024 - 15:29 GMT

Republic of Korea: Preserving humanity in war by upholding the Geneva Conventions

Mr Markus Mäder, State Secretary for Security Policy of Switzerland, H.E. Dagmar Schmidt Tartagli, Ambassador of Switzerland to the Republic of Korea, Mr Seung Joo Baek, President of the Korean War-memorial Organization, Dr Chul Soo Kim, President of the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 10, 2024 - 23:16 GMT

It is up to States Parties and the broader Convention community to defend and promote the norms of the Convention on Cluster ...

Madame President, Excellencies, distinguished delegates, ladies, and gentlemen, This statement on behalf of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), with member …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 10, 2024 - 14:53 GMT

ICRC President: Rising humanitarian needs in Myanmar demand urgent action

Communities in conflict-affected areas face severe challenges accessing health care, sanitation, clean water, food, and shelter. The breakdown of healthcare services is leading to a rise in preventable diseases, while a lack of medical supplies is …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 10, 2024 - 14:53 GMT

ICRC Vice-President Dr Gilles Carbonnier: The international community must urgently take deliberate steps and lead towards ...

Madam President, Excellencies, Ladies and Gentlemen, This is not the first time that I stand in front of you at a meeting of States parties to the Cluster Munitions Convention on behalf of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). Yet it is the …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Published on September 10, 2024 - 14:53 GMT

Cameroon: Humanitarian reporting awards

Article 5 : Each candidate in the competition must present one or more productions related to one of the proposed themes below, addressing the issues faced by individuals or communities affected by the consequences of armed conflicts: • Disappearance …

Distribution channels:

Published on September 6, 2024 - 18:40 GMT

Mali: The struggle for food security in Ménaka

The pond is threatened by the expanding desert and storms that sweep in enormous quantities of sand. The pond’s capacity to stock water has decreased over time. When the first winter rains arrive, it overflows and floods neighbouring gardens and homes. But …

Distribution channels:

Published on September 6, 2024 - 15:42 GMT

ICRC Water and Habitat training courses for engineers and technical staff

These courses will train engineers and technical staff to plan, implement and monitor technical programmes related to Water, Sanitation and Energy, and will help them better understand the organizational context of humanitarian situations. The courses are …

Distribution channels: Human Rights