ICRC
In aCtIon
The International Committee o the Red Cross (ICRC) isa Swiss-based humanitarian organization and oundingmember o the International Red Cross and Red CrescentMovement (1863). This Movement is composed o theICRC, National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societiesand the International Federation o Red Cross and RedCrescent Societies. The ICRC is mandated by the international communityto be the guardian and promoter o internationalhumanitarian law.We work around the world providing assistance topeople aected by armed conict and other situations o violence.
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WE aRE
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WHat
WE Do
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Try to ensure civilians not taking part in hostilities arespared and protected
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Visit prisoners o war and security detainees
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Transmit messages to and reunite amily membersseparated by armed conict
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Help to fnd missing persons
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Oer or acilitate access to basic health care services
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Provide urgently needed ood, sae drinking water,sanitation and shelter
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Promote respect or international humanitarian law
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Monitor compliance with and contribute to urtherdevelopment o international humanitarian law
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Help reduce the impact o mines and explosiveremnants o war on people
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Support National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societiesto prepare or and respond to armed conict and othersituations o violence
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This leaflet provides a simple introduction to the ICRC. It summarizes who we are, what we do, how we work and the extent of our activities worldwide. It also includes contact details for further information, making…
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