International Humanitarian Law

Child Protection

Grave Violation against Children: Child Death in War

Following the news of high numbers of children killed in conflicts around the world in 2023, here we summarise what international humanitarian law says about child deaths and child protection in conflict, and the impact on children's health.
10.12.2024
Child Protection
Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV)

Sexual Violence in War: International Laws and Health issues

Sexual Violence is still often seen during the war. This article talks about how international laws address Sexual Violence in War and how it has negative impacts on victims' health.
01.09.2024
Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV)
Nutrition and food issues

Man-made famine: from the view of Humanitarian laws and Health

Famine can be man-made. This article explains the definition of famine, examples of man-made famines, humanitarian laws regarding food supplies, and the health problems caused by hunger.
13.06.2024
Nutrition and food issuesPolicy and law
Health care and security

Are hospitals safe in the conflict?

It summarizes the current situation of attacks on Health care, their impact on medical services, and what International Humanitarian Law says about the protection of Health care in conflict areas.
02.02.2024
Health care and security