ICRC, Finnish Red Cross

Description What is done in the programme or project and why, what results are pursued, who benefits from the activities and who are involved in the implementation.

In 2017 the International Committee of the Red Cross ICRC together with the Finnish Red Cross will implement operations in Syria, Afghanistan, Lebanon, Iraq, South Sudan and Somalia. The amount granted altogether is 9 million €. Activities include the protection of civilians, safeguarding International Humanitarian Law, establishing family links, care for the wounded and sick, taking care of health care services and medicines, water and sanitation activities, covering the basic needs and supporting livelihoods.