Year: 1977
Type: article
Abstract: At virtually any point on the globe there are Red Cross Societies, ICRC delegations and other persons of good will, working independently and free of any official ties to spread knowledge of the Geneva Conventions and the principles of the Red Cross, aware of the fact that they are thus helping to establish an atmosphere of better understanding among men.As Professor Hans Haug, President of the Swiss Red Cross, wrote in his message for World Red Cross Day 1977, . . .Every day, and almost everywhere in the world, the Red Cross is doing inestimable humanitarian work in its struggle against the ills of mankind in all their forms and regardless of their cause.The Red Cross tries to protect life and health and to ensure respect for the human person.Its principles of "humanity" and "impartiality" demand that it reject any form of discrimination in performing its activities.No one in need should be given preferential treatment or be neglected on the grounds of his nationality, race, religion, social origin or political opinion.This work which, in its protection and assistance activities, is guided by unconditional humanitarian thought and which does not recognize the barriers erected between individuals and peoples, may be considered a work of peace.It helps to draw men together, to reconcile them and to deepen their mutual understanding, it improves their living conditions and thereby strengthens the spirit and faith so indispensable for peace.This is the Red Cross spirit which those working to disseminate the Geneva Conventions are trying to spread.In its February 1977 issue, International Review gave some examples of the work being undertaken in connection with this long-term activity; further instances are given here below.
Authors: M. T., J. De P., Jiri Toman, R. B.
Language: English
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W2075834917