Those who are not, or no longer, taking part in an armed conflict must be protected, respected and treated humanely. The Additional Protocols say that:

• All wounded and sick people, both civilian and military, must be collected and cared for, without discrimination.
• Women and children must be respected and protected from any form of indecent assault.
• Children and adolescents must be protected from the effects of war. They must not be allowed to take part in hostilities.
• Members of families separated by conflict should be reunited and they should be able to exchange personal messages. They also have the right to be informed of what has happened to missing relatives.

Statements made and opinions expressed in these short films are those of the people interviewed and not necessarily those of the ICRC.
Images: ICRC (Nadège images, ICRC and Médecins Sans Frontières.)

A child reunited with his family ending five years of separation. (VIDEO)

A rape victim copes with the traumatic consequences. (VIDEO)

A young shepherd begins rehabilitation after stepping on a landmine. (VIDEO)

A boy shot while playing football in the street. (VIDEO)

A first-aid volunteer describes working under fire. (VIDEO)

An army corporal committed to respecting the rules of war. (VIDEO)