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Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict

We focus on reducing the risk civilians experience during crises by educating our members, partners, and world leaders to ensure non-combatants are respected and protected as outlined by international humanitarian law.

February 7, 2019
A rescue worker hold a small injured child in front of a partially destroyed apartment building
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Sharing Best Practice Across the Atlantic: A U.K.-U.S. legislator dialogue on civilian protection in armed conflict

November 24, 2021
Blog Post

Civil Society Guidance for a Model Policy

Over the past decade, armed conflict has been too often characterized by immense human suffering resulting from the actions of…

March 12, 2020
Event

MEMBERS ONLY: Panel Discussion – Impact of the Wide Constellation of Armed Actors on the Protection of Civilians in Ukraine

April 4, 2022
Blog Post

U.S. Security Partnership With Mali and the Protection of Civilians

The United States provided $146 million in humanitarian and health assistance to Mali in 2020 while only sending $16.56 million…

December 27, 2022
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On Eighth Anniversary of Yemen Conflict, Tens of Millions Need Assistance

Over 21 million people in Yemen need humanitarian assistance as the country continues to face extreme hunger and instability.

March 27, 2023
Blog Post

Sudanese Groups Provide Light Amid Year of Darkness

In Sudan, local response networks have played a major role in leading the humanitarian response, even as traditional humanitarian aid…

April 16, 2024
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A Hidden Reality: Data & Reporting on Sexual Violence Against Men & Boys

This is Part II of “A Hidden Reality,” examining men, boys, and conflict-related sexual violence. Read Part…

June 27, 2023
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A Reflection on Accountability for Chemical Weapon Use in Syria

November 30, the Day of Remembrance of all Victims of Chemical Warfare, is an opportunity to reflect on the…

November 30, 2021
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A Wrong Inflicted: Mass Starvation in the 21st Century

Alex de Waal writes that modern famines do not occur by chance, but are rather the consequence of deliberate acts committed by political-military elites in pursuit of their strategic objectives.

May 3, 2019