Sexual violence in armed conflict: the historical limits of humanitarian action & ICRC in the 20thC

Sexual violence in armed conflict: the histor...

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Bridging IHL and WPS: untapped potential to advance the wellbeing of women in conflict settings

The International Criminal Court recently issued its first conviction for gender persecution as a crime against humanity, alongside related convictions for rape as a war crime under international humanitarian law (IHL). These convictions signal expanding efforts to hold perpetrat ...  Show more

Deaths and separations in migration: lessons from migrant women and children

Many women and children are exposed to violence, exploitation and other risks, including death and family separation, during their migration journeys. Despite the recognition that gender and age shape migration experiences, there is limited data and analysis that systematically a ...  Show more

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