Mesures prises:
Based on the law of Georgia “About Georgia Red Cross Society”, the National Society ensures respect for the International Humanitarian Law (IHL) rules through dissemination of knowledge and facilitation of observance of these rules at the National level. The implementation of IHL is a primary objective of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and National Societies are well placed to promote implementation within their areas of operation/countries. National Societies may assist their authorities to identify and elaborate the domestic legal and practical measures that must be taken to ensure that the rules of IHL are fully implemented and respected in both wartime and peacetime.
Georgia Red Cross Society:
- Is an observer in the Inter-Agency Commission of IHL as of 2014. Georgia Red Cross Society is involved in the working groups about the various IHL issues along with relevant Ministries. The Inter-Agency IHL Commission adopts the National Action Plan of Implementation of International Humanitarian Law, the Georgia Red Cross Society is a part of the National Action Plan. National Society supports the government in its various activities.
- Has elaborated/updated case studies on the fundamental principles of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement for awareness rising. Legal Adviser of the Georgia Red Cross Society always uses the case studies during the working meetings, trainings with new/old volunteers. Chairpersons of the branches are permanently trained on the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement and the case studies are the best way for them to use the Fundamental Principles in practice.
- Always shares information during the meetings with volunteers and stakeholders about the legitimate use of the Red Cross Emblem as one of the most important aspects of IHL. The Georgia Red Cross Society always records the cases of illegal use of Emblem(s) and shares information about the Law of Georgia “About use and protection of the Red Cross, the Red Crescent and the Red Crystal Emblems and Names”. GRCS actively monitors the proper usage of the emblem of Red Cross and Red Crescent and in cases where needed, sends cease and desist letters to the individuals and entities who misuse the emblem
- To fulfill its obligations undertaken during the RC/RC 33rd International conference the Georgia Red Cross Society issued information brochure for staff and volunteers on International Humanitarian Law. It was disseminated among all staff members and some volunteers. The focal point for IHL held training sessions for HQ staff and Tbilisi based volunteers in 2021-2022.
- Deputy Secretary General held 1 general information session about the role and activities of Georgia Red Cross Society with armed forces.