International Humanitarian Law Classes now being offered
In a world where warfare and civil strife are a daily reality for millions, International Humanitarian Law (IHL) provides a framework for protection for civilians and combatants alike. The conduct for warfare as embodied by IHL is laid out in the Geneva Conventions of 1949. The American Red Cross has a unique mandate to educate the American public about the guiding principles and framework of IHL as they apply to the protection of members of the armed forces, including prisoners of war, and civilians. If you would like to learn more, we invite you to enroll in Humanity in the Midst of War: Introduction to International Humanitarian Law. This half day introductory course is intended to raise awareness among Red Cross representatives and general audiences about the Geneva Conventions, the basic rules of IHL and the role of the Red Cross during armed conflict to implement IHL.
The Capital Area Chapter of the American Red Cross is currently organizing International Humanitarian Law Courses. If you are interested in attending, planning, or hosting an IHL Course please email: international.services@tallyredcross.org.
The ICRC Mission
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.
The ICRC also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles.
Established in 1863, the ICRC is at the origin of the Geneva Conventions and the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. It directs and coordinates the international activities conducted by the Movement in armed conflicts and other situations of violence.
