A Results-Based Framework to Measure the Prevention of GBV Outcomes in Conflict Situations

Making Amends for Civilian Harm: The Case for Reforming U.S. Ex Gratia Policy

When U.S. military actions abroad harm civilian populations, making amends should focus primarily on fulfilling the needs and wants of…

Six Practical Measures That Reduce And Respond To Conflict-Induced Displacement

It is impossible to fully prevent displacement in armed conflict, particularly when military operations are carried out in populated areas.

Using Human-Centered Design in Protection Programming

Desirable protection outcomes in a time of prolonged armed conflict and civilian harm can be achieved with practical and creative…

Building the Evidence Base

In armed conflicts around the world, destruction of civilians’ property and assets, public services, and critical civilian infrastructure has resulted…

Understanding the Complementarity Between Access and Protection

Access and protection are often treated as two unrelated components of humanitarian action, yet they benefit from similar skills, tools,…

Trapped in Conflict: Evaluating Scenarios to Assist At-Risk Civilians

In April 2015, the International Committee of the Red Cross and InterAction convened a closed-door roundtable to discuss options for…

Pentagon Asks for More Cash to Cut Down Civilian Deaths

Developing an Evaluation Framework for Gender-Based Violence Prevention

In April 2019, InterAction received generous support from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) to develop a results-based evaluation…

Embracing the Protection Outcome Mindset

Reducing the risk experienced by people in situations of armed conflict is both possible and essential. NEW: Watch the full…