With the end of this #16DaysCampaign, we look forward with determination to continue our work to eliminate #GenderBasedViolence everywhere. #OrangeTheWorld #16DaysOfActivism

No exceptions.

The future of #IHL will be at the edges. In the #YearAhead series, Dr Helen Durham AO & Dr Kobi Leins argue that we need to encourage voices and perspectives previously left at the edges or outside the door with the common language of IHL. lieber.westpoint.edu/future-edges-e…

In the lead up to International Women's Day we're reflecting on some of the most impactful deployees based in the Pacific, as part of the important work of the Australia Assists Program- Thank you Sharin. First posted in October 2023.

When women are provided with equal opportunities, entire communities can thrive. This #InternationalWomensDay , we celebrate and honour those who are actively working towards an equal future for all. #IWD2024 #CountHerIn Dr Helen Durham AO

Grateful to CEO of RedR Australia Dr Helen Durham AO, ICRC Director of Operations Martin Schüepp and Director of Tech Policy Design Centre Johanna Weaver who discussed the importance of #IHL for humanitarian action and efforts to prevent & reduce the human cost of conflict.

Under the laws of war, the wounded & sick, medical staff, and hospitals are all protected. This is an obligation under international humanitarian law #IHL and must be complied with by all parties to conflicts. Cordula Droege, ICRC Chief Legal Officer, explains 👇

How can international humanitarian law #IHL be applied w/ a gender perspective to protect all civilians? What practical measures need to be taken in military operations? New ICRC report out now! 👇icrc.org/en/publication…

⚖️🏥👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️Medical staff and health-care facilities are protected under International Humanitarian Law. They are #NotATarget. ❌⚠️One attack on the medical mission can jeopardize the lives of thousands of people.

Wonderful conversations this morning with CEO of the Pacific Disability Forum and colleagues on the importance of disability inclusion in climate change and disaster risk reduction. RedR Australia is proud of our relationship with such important partners #RedRthinkhumanity

Today, UN Resident Coordinator Dirk Wagener 🇺🇳 met with Dr Helen Durham AO CEO of RedR Australia. They discussed RedR's work in the Pacific, emphasizing gender inclusion and disaster response. They also discussed opportunities for further collaboration between the UN and RedR on

Such a treat to catch up with the ICRC Head of Delegation in Suva my friend Megan - talking about the opportunities & challenges in the Pacific- Red R Australia & ICRC sharing ideas of how to be 💪humanitarians

Thanks Dr Helen Durham AO, CEO RedR Australia, for your visit to the WFP Pacific Suva office to discuss RedR's and WFP's work in the Pacific and how to further strengthen our partnership in the #Pacific region.

Critical topic for the Review to focus on - we need to find ways to move these themes forward. Thank you Bruno & gang 👍

RedR Australia is delighted to update our MoU with WHO - strong humanitarian partners working to provide critical support to those in need

Disability inclusion is central to RedR Australia’s mission. We are committed to deploying more disability specialists, strengthening disability inclusion content in our training courses, and building new partnerships with organisations of persons with disabilities (OPDs).

RedR Australia CEO Dr Helen Durham AO: “Alongside ADDC, we support Australian Government’s International Disability Equity and Rights Strategy. We call for the strategy to be ambitious, accountable to all affected people and fully resourced—so our communities can be truly inclusive.”

Delighted to be attending a meeting with Sphere as part of that Governing Board - discussing critical issues in increasing the quality in humanitarian action #RedRthinkhumanity

Today we mark the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. Since Aug. 12th, 1949, they have safeguarded human dignity in the darkest times. 📜 States and non-state armed groups must ensure these rules continue to save lives.

Take a look at illustrated dissemination materials 🧐