The Missing: Action to resolve the problem of people unaccounted for as a result of armed conflict or internal violence and to assist their families

ICRC

2002, ICRC:

This workshop is part of an interactive process of reflection launched by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on the tragedy of people unaccounted for as a result of armed conflict or internal violence. Uncertainty as to the fate of relatives is a harsh reality for countless families in all situations of armed conflict or internal violence, one that often continues for many years. Not only is this deeply distressing for the families, it can also hamper efforts aimed at achieving reconciliation and an enduring peace by contributing to further outbreaks of violence. Accordingly, the ICRC's objective in launching this process, in cooperation with all those involved in dealing with the issue, is to: • review all methods that could be employed to prevent disappearances in situations of armed conflict or internal violence more effectively, and respond to the needs of families that have lost contact with their loved ones; • agree on common and complementary recommendations and operational practices with all those working to prevent disappearances, and respond appropriately when people are unaccounted for in a situation of armed conflict or internal violence; • position this concern higher on the agendas of government authorities, the United Nations and nongovernmental organizations.

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