Resources

British Red Cross

IHL teaching resources

A range of free teaching resources and relevant case studies to help young people understand international humanitarian law and the effects of conflict.

British Red Cross

Rules of War teaching resource

This teaching resource introduces young people to the principles of international humanitarian law or the 'rules of war'. They will be able to explore what the laws are, why we have them and their importance in governing what is and is not allowed in armed conflict.

Danish Red Cross

Brothers Across Borders

An interactive movie made for school children and students from 12 to 17 years, combining visual story telling with game play consisting of multiple choices and decision making. Experience the life of a Syrian refugee as the movie takes you to real locations in Syria and Turkey.

Canadian Red Cross

Forced To Fight

An interactive online resource designed for students between the ages of 13-18. The resource helps facilitate understanding of IHL and humanitarian issues and allows the user to experience what it is like for young people living in situations of armed conflict around the world.

ICRC

Broken Cities

An immersive journey through urban landscapes ravaged by conflict. Embark on a poignant journey through Aleppo, Mosul and Gaza, captured in striking three-dimensional models, now revived by the narratives of their former inhabitants unveiling the hidden toll of war in cities.

ICRC

Humanitarian Crises Digital Dilemmas

With the increased digitalization of our world, people affected by crises, natural or man-made, are exposed to new types of risks. This interactive website will immerse you in this chaotic adventure.

ICRC

When war hits home

Step into a visceral, first-person experience of war at a family’s doorstep. Entering through a portal on the screen of your device, you will see the brutal impact of years of fighting in accelerated time as the virtual room transforms from a home of light and life to a dwelling of suffering and sadness. The app is free to download from the App Store.

ICRC

The Right Choice: Inside urban conflict

This immersive virtual reality movie puts you next to a Syrian family trapped in urban warfare. The film uses a simulated experience to help people understand urban warfare and its impact on real lives and will give you a choice in the face of attack. It is downloadable on smartphones from the Google Playstore and the iOS Apple Store.

ICRC

Rules of War in a Nutshell

Embark on a short, animated journey through the rules of war from the beginning of mankind to the present day.

ICRC

Rules of War: Why they Matter

This series of four short animations will introduce you to the principles of international humanitarian law, the Geneva Conventions, international law regulating the use of force compared to international humanitarian law and finally international human rights law and international criminal law.

ICRC

Can One Decision Change Your Life?

A short, impactful video showing the importance of the rules of war.

ICRC

What do the Red Cross and Red Crescent Emblems Mean?

A short, animated film explaining the different uses of these emblems.

ICRC

International Humanitarian Law: Answers to your Questions

In this free booklet available for download you will find an ideal introduction to international humanitarian law. It is accessible to all readers interested in the origins, development, and modern-day application of humanitarian law.

ICRC

IHL in Action: Respect for the Law on the Battlefield

This online platform presents a database of real case-studies documenting compliance with international humanitarian law in modern warfare.

Swedish Red Cross

The Rules of War online course (40 min)

In this animated short course on international humanitarian law, you will test your skills as a journalist, rebel, soldier, and Red Cross worker in an armed conflict as you come across a weapons depot.

ICRC

Introduction to international humanitarian law (5 hours)

This is an in-depth intro course where you will learn about the origin and sources of international humanitarian law, as well as specific rules protecting civilians, detainees, the wounded and sick, and medical personnel. A downloadable certificate is available upon completion.