Humanitarian Outcomes

We’re pleased to announce our new report with GISF - Global Interagency Security Forum is live and offers a thorough analysis of the current state of practice in security risk management. In the midst of the ever-changing landscape of humanitarian crises, we scrutinize whether SRM is tailored for the challenges ahead. From humanitarian practitioners and policymakers, this report aims to be a vital resource for those shaping the future of #aidworkersecurity. Authors Abby Stoddard Adelicia F. Monica Czwarno Meriah-Jo Breckenridge Mariana Duque-Díez Heather Hughes Lisa Reilly Contributing Researchers: Dan M. Ford Nineb Lamassu Glyn Taylor Carol Torres Tovar Dominique VALLERIE Anastasia Bondarenko and  Eyasu Weldesilassie Kahsay

📣 New GISF guide available now! https://lnkd.in/eEE5xRD6 A robust #SecurityRiskManagement (SRM) strategy is critical for any NGO to achieve its mission. But for too many organisations, such strategies don’t exist. Even when they are in place, strategies are often siloed within a single department or have limited engagement from senior leaders.    This new GISF resource is designed to help NGOs approach SRM at a strategic, policy development and organisational level.   It’s aimed at staff with direct responsibility for organisational SRM strategies and policies. But it is also a critical resource for senior leaders.   With insights from key experts and practical tools, this guide will help ensure your NGO’s staff are safe and better able to support communities in need.      Beth Chapman, Nathan Toms, Hannah E., International Location Safety 

Join HO Partner and Aid Worker Security Database co-founder Abby Stoddard on ODI's new Think Change podcast episode on the rules of war.

On World Humanitarian Day we honour the sacrifices of aid workers and draw attention to violence against humanitarians. 2023 was the deadliest year on record with 280 aid workers killed, 91 kidnapped, and at least 224 wounded. Find more 2023 data from the Aid Worker Security Database here - https://lnkd.in/g3qXPA47 Read the new 2024 Aid Worker Security Report here - https://lnkd.in/gT9h-N2m #WHD2024 United Nations OCHA

The recent increase of major armed conflicts involving national militaries, such as those in #Gaza, #Sudan, and #Ukraine, has resulted in an increase of aid worker attacks being committed by state actors. Although non-state armed groups remain the most frequent perpetrators of attacks on aid workers, the relative rise in state actor involvement has disturbing implications for international humanitarian law and the rules of war. Read our new report on humanitarian advocacy here -  https://lnkd.in/gT9h-N2m #WHD2024

In 2023 more aid workers died by violence than in any other year on record. Although major attacks affecting aid workers took place in 33 countries last year, 62% of all victims were in just three contexts; #Gaza, #Sudan, and #SouthSudan. Can humanitarian advocacy campaigns and actions curb the upward trend of casualties in conflict? Read our latest report "Balancing advocacy and security" for a look at the topic and for more analysis on 2023 data - https://lnkd.in/gT9h-N2m #NotaTarget #WHD2024

When aid organisations confront the behaviour of powerful actors, it can sometimes put aid personnel and programming in danger. However, neither the risks nor the effectiveness of aid organisation advocacy is well demonstrated or understood. This year's Aid Worker Security Report focuses on the challenge of practising humanitarian advocacy in the face of increasingly besieged norms. Read it here - https://lnkd.in/gT9h-N2m #WHD2024 Abby Stoddard Paul Harvey Adelicia F. Monica Czwarno Meriah-Jo Breckenridge Mariana Duque-Díez

In 2023, more aid workers died by violence than in any previous year on record, with 280 fatalities recorded. More than half of these deaths (163) were aid workers killed in the first 3 months of the conflict in Gaza, mostly as a result of airstrikes. Download the full Aid Worker Security Database (AWSD) Figures at a Glance here - https://lnkd.in/g3qXPA47 Abby Stoddard Meriah-Jo Breckenridge Adelicia F. Monica Czwarno Mariana Duque-Díez Paul Harvey #WHD2024

The annual Aid Worker Security Database Report and our verified 2023 incident totals will be released on August 15 ahead of World Humanitarian Day. Join our mailing list to be the first to receive the report and our Figures at a Glance. 📩 ➡ https://lnkd.in/g_fkf_rv #WHD2024 #aidworkersecurity #Gaza #Sudan #SouthSudan

💻 The Protect Aid Workers website has launched! Protect Aid Workers is a new mechanism, supported by GISF, that provides financial assistance and legal aid where possible to humanitarian workers in need. Organisations can apply for grants of up to €10,000 on behalf of aid workers facing security incidents or immediate threats arising from their work. This may include incidents of violence, kidnapping, arrest, and more. On the website, you will find: 👉 Detailed eligibility criteria 👉 An easy online application form 👉 Information available in English and French. Visit the website now to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eKNVVnGR Got any questions? Reach out to the Protect Aid Workers team: 📧 [email protected] 📞 +33 7 77 98 71 69 (Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm CET)