From content to harm: how harmful information contributes to civilian harm
From traditional media to social media, coordinated information campaigns or operations, the ways in which harmful information can enable or aggravate risks of harm for civilians are constantly evolving. However, evidence of risk factors remains incomplete, and solutions elusive.
In this post, Chris Brew, a former Protection Associate with the ICRC, looks to previous examples of harmful information (often referred to as misinformation, disinformation and hate speech or “MDH”) resulting in civilian harm to identify patterns in underlying risk factors to inform when and in what circumstances civilian harm may result from such information.
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📅 Mark your calendars
In light of International Women's Day 2024, this online event will focus on good practices to avoid and reduce gendered harm arising from military operations, set within the context of IHL and the UN Women, Peace, and Security Agenda. A roundtable among military and humanitarian practitioners will address challenges – as well as how such challenges might be overcome – to better protect all civilians and improve compliance with IHL's non-discrimination obligations. Join the conversation!
The International Review of the Red Cross seeks contributions for its upcoming issue on "Protection of the Dead: The Contemporary Law and Policy Framework." This call aims to explore and enhance the dignified treatment of the deceased, emphasizing the importance under International Humanitarian Law. Contributions should address legal, policy, and practical challenges, with a deadline for proposals on May 21, 2024. Join this critical discourse to shape future practices and policies for respecting the dead.
The call for submissions for the 13th Paul Reuter Prize is open until 15th March. Interested authors should refer to the eligibility criteria in English, French, or Spanish to submit their applications! Good luck!
Explore “If War Comes to You”, an extraordinary interactive film that brings the reality of armed conflict closer to home. Prepare to embark on a journey where you will explore the rules of war, and discover the important role we all play in promoting respect for these principles.
The updated Commentary on the Third Geneva Convention protecting prisoners of war is being translated into Ukrainian. Commentaries on selected articles are already available and more commentaries will be posted as they are finalized.
Explore the ICRC's approach to protect and ensure safe access to education in places affected by armed conflict by giving a humanitarian perspective on how conflict disrupts learning and by familiarizing governments and donors with our approach.
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