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International Social Services Courses
International Social Services

The American Red Cross has a unique mandate to educate the American public about the guiding principles and International Humanitarian Law framework as laid out in the Geneva Conventions of 1949 and as it applies to the protection of members of the armed forces including prisoners of war and civilians.  The American Red Cross Silicon Valley Chapter provides local courses and seminars opportunities to learn more about International Humanitarian Law.

International Humanitarian Law is everyone's concern. In a world where warfare and civil strife are a daily reality for millions, International Humanitarian Law (IHL) provides a framework for protection for civilians and combatants alike as laid out in the Geneva Conventions of 1949. The American Red Cross has a unique mandate to educate the American public about the guiding principles and IHL framework as it applies to the protection of members of the armed forces including prisoners of war and civilians.

At the local level, the American Red Cross Silicon Valley Chapter provides the following courses and seminars opportunities to learn more about IHL in the United States. 



Seminars and Conferences

American Red Cross Silicon Valley Chapter partners with educational and non-profit institutions across Northern California to host conferences and seminar.

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Introduction to International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

This umbrella term refers to all the national and international organizations allowed to use the Red Cross or Red Crescent emblem and all the activities they undertake to relieve human suffering throughout the world.

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Introduction to International Humanitarian Law

Introduction to International Humanitarian Law is intended to raise awareness among Red Cross representatives and general audiences about the Geneva Conventions, the basic rules of International Humanitarian Law, and the role of the Red Cross during armed conflict to implement IHL.

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If you are interested in courses/seminar or looking for assistance, please call Barbara Wood at (408) 577-2054 (p) or email.

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