2. About them… The ICRC, established in 1863, works worldwide to provide humanitarian help for people affected by conflict and armed violence and to promote the laws that protect victims of war. The work of the ICRC is based on the Geneva Conventions of 1949.
3. The mandate of the ICRC The ICRC is an independent, neutral organization ensuring humanitarian protection and assistance for victims of war and armed violence.
4. The mission of the ICRC It takes action in response to emergencies and at the same time promotes respect for international humanitarian law and its implementation in national law.
5. Aims of the ICRC These have various aims: to help promote and develop the activities of the Red Cross/Red Crescent and international humanitarian law to recognize the merits of individuals who have made particular contributions to its work to provide support to staff in difficulties because of their work in crises.
6. Funds and Medals The ICRC administers a number of funds established over the past century by special donations from individuals or organizations.
7. Finances and Budget The ICRC is funded by voluntary contributions from the States party to the Geneva Conventions; national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies; supranational organizations such as the European Commission. Public and private sources.
