We take seriously the issue of actionable information in times of armed conflict and we make every effort to find effective ways to combat the problem and its consequences. During conflict, the sensitive management of actionable information should not restrict fundamental rights or access to information, nor cause further harm.
Our work in combating actionable information involves building and maintaining relationships with communities and community leaders, raising awareness of the impact of actionable information, clarifying the parties’ obligations under IHL as well as the ICRC’s role and mandate, maintaining confidential dialogue with parties on this issue and other areas of work.
We continue to seek dialogue with parties in an armed conflict that disseminate actionable information and to raise awareness of the legal limits and humanitarian repercussions of these actions.
The ICRC continues to engage and work with humanitarian organizations and academics to develop responses to actionable information that affect individuals, and to help individuals strengthen their capacity for self-protection and resilience.
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