| Information resources about ICRC and humanitarian law Section describing the resources available to both the general public and specialized researchers on the ICRC, humanitarian law, issues and activities: publications, photographs, audio-visual materials, humanitarian law databases, historical archives and a library and research centre. 2-6-2006 Mine Action: Preventive activities in the field
Mines and explosive remnants of war continue to kill and maim civilians long after the last shot has been fired in a conflict. This concise leaflet outlines the work that the ICRC carries out to protect civilians from these after effects of armed conflict. (Info resources) |
4-7-2006 First aid in armed conflicts: new manual
The ICRC has just published a new manual entitled First Aid in Armed Conflicts and other Situations of Armed Violence. It contains specific, practical information for those providing first aid and draws on the considerable expertise built up over many years by National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, the International Federation and the ICRC. Listen to interview.(Info resources) |
8-5-2006 ICRC launches new film series “From the Field”
A brand new series of eight-minute films has been produced by the ICRC for television broadcast and viewing online. The From the Field series is filmed by ICRC news cameramen who have access to conflict zones and emergency situations that are often off limits to journalists. (Info resources) |
20-1-2006 International Review of the Red Cross - special issue : coummunication
In situations of armed conflict and collective violence, the communication process is often distorted and the exchange of information is influenced by the contentious environment. The present issue of the International Review of the Red Cross looks at the links between communication and armed conflict, for both the media and humanitarian organizations.(Info resources) |
28-4-2006 Red Cross Red Crescent magazine: Behind bars – issue 1, 2006
Prisoners of war and security detainees are the special focus of this issue, which provides an overview of the ICRC's activities in the area of detention. Other articles discuss the crisis in Côte d'Ivoire and the role of the country's National Society, Chernobyl 20 years later, efforts to help Afghan war-disabled return to the workforce and the laborious process of introducing the red crystal as an additional emblem for the Movement.(Info resources) |
27-1-2006 Catalogue: A selection of the ICRC's publications and films
Want to learn more about the ICRC and the work of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement? Interested by international humanitarian law? This catalogue highlights a range of the ICRC's key products, from books, brochures and posters, through to DVD-ROMs and films.(Info resources) |
24-1-2006 Staying alive: safety and security guidelines for humanitarian volunteers in conflict areas
With its expert practical advice on security in situations of armed conflict, this updated set of guidelines will prove invaluable to humanitarian personnel working at the operational level. It addresses new and developing threats such as chemical, biological and nuclear hazards, and includes new chapters on, among others, first aid, staying healthy on mission and how international humanitarian law protects humanitarian workers.(Info resources) |
30-12-2005 Selection of photos 2005
Photos illustrating ICRC activities around the world in 2005. The media is welcome to use these images, which can be downloaded at high resolution.(Info resources) |
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