International Humanitarian Law - ICRC

What is international humanitarian law?

Even wars have laws. We raise awareness of international humanitarian law through education and campaigns.
Journalist, ICRC

IHL guide for journalists

We've put together some valuable IHL resources for journalists to foster safety and enhance reporting.
Women and War

Women and War

War is not just a man's business. We run training seminars for school groups about the impact of war on women and girls.
Explosive weapons

Explosive weapons in populated areas

Explosive weapons can have devastating consequences when used in cities and towns.
Affect of nuclear weapons

Nuclear weapons

Nuclear weapons inflict immense human suffering. We believe that nuclear weapons should never be used.
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IHL Competition: Jean Pictet Competition

The Jean-Pictet Competition is a unique training in international humanitarian law for students. Its objective: to take the law out of the books".

New Zealand Red Cross, in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), is offering support to New Zealand university students involved in the Jean Pictet competition for March 2021. 
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IHL Competition: Moot Court 2020

Find out about the IHL Moot Court Competition and how to get involved as a law school student.