Search results for “International Humanitarian Law”
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RecommendationThe EU Humanitarian-Development Nexus
Joint recommendations from National Red Cross Societies in the EU, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on the EU's operationalisation of the Humanitarian-Development Nexus in context of today's longer, more volatile, and multifaceted emergencies.Download pdf -
ReportEffective law and policy on gender equality and protection from SGBV in disasters
New research from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) aims to fill the knowledge gap on the effectiveness of national laws and policies in supporting gender equality and addressing sexual and gender-based violence in disasters.Download pdf -
RecommendationRed Cross Red Crescent relations with EU civil protection actors for international activities
This position paper aims to clarify how National Red Cross Societies can engage with EU Member States in civil protection initiatives outside the EU.Download pdf
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Humanity in action: why principles matter more than ever
The “Humanitarian Principles in Action” event marked the 60th anniversary of the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. -
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Protecting people, not punishing them: the case for a humanitarian exemption in the EU Facilitation Directive
Opting for a clear and mandatory humanitarian exemption could help to ensure that the act of helping is not treated as a crime. -
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Drawing hard but valuable lessons from the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine
On 17-18 June, the Ukrainian Red Cross Society hosted a reflection on practical lessons, shared challenges and how to improve collective readiness for future crises. -
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European Humanitarian Forum: placing humanity and solidarity at the core
The fourth edition of the European Humanitarian Forum focused on the integrated approach to fragility and enhancing humanitarian diplomacy efforts. -
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"Every attack on a humanitarian is an attack on the community they served"
Joint Statement from ICRC President and IFRC President to mark World Red Cross Red Crescent Day. -
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Promoting protection during the Belgian EU Presidency
Belgium’s EU Presidency saw the Belgian Red Cross promoting protection and rights, shaping EU agendas, and co-organising events to address humanitarian needs. -
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2023 highlights
We continue to work with our members to engage with the EU to safeguard and respond to the needs of people experiencing vulnerability in the face of new and evolving crises. -
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Israel-Gaza conflict: we must preserve humanity
The dramatic escalation of hostilities in Israel and occupied Palestinian territories has left millions of people living in fear and interrupted critical services. -
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Putting trafficked persons at the centre of the EU anti-trafficking response
The EU Anti-Trafficking Directive provides common rules to EU Member States for supporting and protecting survivors of trafficking in human beings. -
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Swedish Red Cross working to influence the Swedish Council Presidency
With the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU soon coming to an end, we look back at the priorities that the Swedish Red Cross has been working to promote at EU level. -
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Austrian Red Cross calls to uphold the humanity of migrants and refugees
Austrian Red Cross President Gerald Schöpfer calls for humane treatment, accommodation, and integration of migrants and refugees in Austria. -
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Final call for EU governments to put humanity first in EU migration legislation and practice
Ahead of International Migrants Day, we call on EU governments to prioritise humanity and EU values during the last phase of EU Migration and Asylum Pact negotiations. -
Interview
Voices of young people at European level – the European Youth Network
We caught up with Eva Croon who recently represented the Red Cross Red Crescent Youth Network during a meeting with European Commissioner Janez Lenarčič. -
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Changes to the UK asylum system - a bad precedent for Europe's migration policies?
We caught up with Jon Featonby from the British Red Cross to hear about what the new Nationality and Borders Act in the UK could mean for global and EU migration policies. -
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A collaborative response to address the needs of people displaced by the Ukrainian conflict
The European Civil Protection Forum will be an important opportunity to exchange and to take stock of the first lessons learnt from the Ukrainian crisis. -
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Conflict in Ukraine and displacement to Europe: the Red Cross response
The Red Cross has scaled up its operations in Ukraine and in the countries receiving people who have fled the conflict. -
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First European Humanitarian Forum: improving assistance and collaboration to address needs
The European Humanitarian Forum on 21-23 March 2022 focused on many of the most pressing global issues. -
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Exclusion of rights at EU Borders: the new normal?
Ahead of International Migrants Day, the Red Cross EU Office calls on the EU to stop transforming Europe´s borders into areas of exclusion and exemption of human rights. -
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The dignity and rights of people must be upheld at the EU’s eastern border
Amid the worsening humanitarian situation at the EU's border with Belarus, the focus needs to shift to ensuring respect for fundamental rights, in line with EU values. -
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The EU cannot shirk its responsibilities towards Afghans in need of international protection
Ahead of the Resettlement Forum, we call for an ambitious and additional resettlement programme for Afghan refugees and a flexible use of other available pathways to safety. -
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An ambitious budget for EU external aid: will the EU walk the talk and leave no one behind?
With the new NDICI - Global Europe now adopted, efforts are needed to ensure local actors drive resilience strengthening efforts in all phases of its implementation. -
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Pandemic drives EU preparedness efforts
Amendments to the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism allow for increased operational capacities and more flexibility to use funds in emergencies. -
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Syria - a decade of mounting humanitarian needs
At the Brussels V Conference on supporting the future of Syria and the region, the Red Cross Red Crescent called for safe humanitarian access and a political solution. -
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Pledges are not enough - the world must not fail the people of Syria
Joint statement from the Syrian Arab Red Crescent, the ICRC and the IFRC ahead of the Brussels V Conference on “Supporting the future of Syria and the region”. -
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New Communication on the EU's humanitarian action – a mixed bag
The European Commission's recent Communication on EU humanitarian action addresses key concerns facing humanitarian action, but still leaves room for improvement. -
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New report: Migrants hit an “invisible wall” in accessing COVID-19 care and vaccines
The new research outlines the disproportionate impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on migrants' well-being and their access to essential services. -
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Immigration detention should only be a last resort
A webinar organised by ICRC Brussels and the Red Cross EU Office brought together 70 experts to discuss its humanitarian impact, and alternatives to uphold human rights. -
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Climate change and COVID-19 must be tackled together
Adaptation, preparedness, anticipatory and early action must be immediately scaled up, breaking the silos and improving collaboration across all relevant sectors and actors. -
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World Disasters Report 2020: the global response to climate change is failing people in most need
New analysis by IFRC shows that the most affected countries receive only a fraction of the available funding for adaptation, and thus struggle to protect communities. -
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Good disaster risk governance helps to save lives
In a global context of increased emergencies, effective disaster laws and well-functioning disaster risk management systems are crucial to minimise suffering and deaths. -
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Urgent climate action, a shared responsibility
Reducing carbon emissions is not enough. Increased funding, adaptation strategies and joint efforts are needed to tackle this crisis, as highlighted at the Climate:Red Summit -
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Syria: violence, COVID-19 and access constraints
At the IV Brussels Conference on "Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region", the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement called for safe, unimpeded access to people in need -
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Legal preparedness needs more attention in Europe
Representatives of EU Member States, the European Commission, the UN and the Red Cross discussed the gaps and strengths in legal preparedness for disasters in Europe. -
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The EU must stop the criminalisation of solidarity with migrants and refugees
We join over 100 independent organisations calling the new European Commission to stop the criminalisation of solidarity with migrants in Europe. -
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Enabling a Europe that really protects
On World Refugee Day, we call on the emerging leadership to commit to enabling a Europe that really protects. -
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Exploring the future of EU humanitarian aid
Adapting to the changing nature of humanitarian crises requires closer cooperation and new approaches towards aid. -
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Strengthening response to multi-site emergencies
Five Red Cross partners come together to work on improving approaches to complex emergencies occurring simultaneously in multiple locations. -
Opinion
Red Cross leaders call for sustainable and responsible migration policies
On World Refugee Day, the Red Cross EU Office joins Red Cross leaders from across Europe in calling for humanity to be placed at the heard of CEAS reform negotiations. -
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Humanitarian space for migration work must be protected
We hope that the EU and its Member States will take decisive action to protect the humanitarian space for work with and for migrants in 2018. -
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Addressing gender inequality and sexual and gender-based violence in disasters through law and policy
Mechanisms are needed to connect the legal and policy frameworks related to disaster risk management, gender equality, and SGBV. -
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NGOs call upon EU institutions and member states to expand the use of safe and legal channels for refugees
We urge the Council and the European Parliament to continue to support and promote the use of humanitarian visas. -
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International Migrants' Day: Our call to respect the rights of migrants in an irregular situation
The Red Cross EU Office urges the EU and its Member States to take decisive action to protect the dignity of migrants in an irregular situation. -
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Everyone wounded or sick during armed conflict has the right to health care
We renew our call for wounded and sick people’s right to health care during armed conflict to be respected and protected. -
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Red Cross contribution: Enhancing equal partnerships to implement the 2030 Agenda
The Red Cross EU Office highlighted ways in which the EU can bolster its partnerships to further support the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. -
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Coordinating Effective Responses for When Disaster Strikes
There is a growing need for legal preparedness due to the rising frequency, severity and impact of disasters, as well as an increase in the number and diversity of responders. -
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Reform of the EU Asylum System: An Opportunity to Regain Leadership in Refugee Protection
We call on the EU to reaffirm its commitment to refugee protection by implementing a response to the current situation that respects refugee rights. -
Press release
The Red Cross Red Crescent at European Development Days 2016
The Red Cross Red Crescent will share its latest innovations in livelihoods programming, as well as field-insights from the Partners for Resilience programme. -
Opinion
The EU-Turkey migration deal: a lack of empathy and humanity
The opinion of 23 European Red Cross Societies on the EU and Turkey agreement on migration. -
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Europe in Crisis: Facilitating Access to Protection, (Discarding) Offshore Processing and Mapping Alternatives for the Way Forward
The study analyses policies and practices of joint processing, while considering the practical difficulties raised by a joint EU external processing scheme. -
Opinion
21 Red Cross National Societies in the European Union call for more legal avenues to access protection
Our call to the European Union institutions to provide more legal avenues for those who need access to protection. -
Opinion
The Road to Sendai
The Red Cross EU Office Director underlines the crucial role that disaster risk reduction plays in strengthening resilience and saving lives and money.
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Help and protection for migrants at Lithuanian borders: "I see a family member in you"
Qualified teams monitor the situation, train border guard officers on how to interact with migrants, and provide humanitarian assistance to vulnerable people in detention – including legal aid and family reunification services. -
Bringing families together
People who flee persecution or violence often experience family separation. National Red Cross Societies in Europe help them with reunification procedures, usually the only way to ensure their right to family life is respected. -
My future counts
A project by the Swedish Red Cross provides assistance to young migrants who have turned 18 and are at risk of becoming homeless. -
Providing physical rehabilitation and psychosocial support in war-torn Syria
Danish Red Cross-led project with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC) aims to reconstruct health care facilities, deliver physical rehabilitation to people with long-term disabilities, and provide psychosocial support. -
Displaced in their own city: supporting people in Mosul
Hygiene promotion and the provision of clean water, non-food items, and healthcare are amongst the services being offered by Red Cross Red Crescent partners. -
Supporting destitute asylum seekers and refugees in Europe
How the Red Cross works to address the needs of refugees and asylum seekers that are at risk of destitution.
