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The ICRC in DR Congo

South Kivu. An ICRC employee explains to women who use river water for household purposes how to avoid water-borne diseases.

In the Democratic Republic of the Congo the ICRC promotes respect for international humanitarian law in the treatment of civilians and detainees and helps those adversely affected by conflict and internal violence to survive and become self-sufficient. The organization also improves water supply and sanitation, strengthens health care for the wounded and sick, including victims of sexual violence, and reunites families.  Read full overview

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