Humanitarian diplomacy and protection advocacy in an age of cautionBriefing papers | November 2020 | Mark Bowden and Victoria Metcalfe-HoughExploring to what extent UN leaders are fulfilling their responsibility to promote greater compliance with international humanitarian and human rights law. Downloads
Advocating for humanity? Securing better protection of civilians affected by armed conflictBriefing papers | November 2020 | Victoria Metcalfe-HoughThis briefing note explores some of the key inhibitors to more impactful advocacy with conflict parties on the protection of civilians. Downloads
The Beijing Declaration 25 years on – three priorities for humanitariansComment | 1 October 2020 | Kerrie HollowayHumanitarians must work closely with LGBTI groups, development and peace-building partners on gendered concerns, and stop conflating 'women' and 'gender'. Read and comment
‘A force for good’: how the UK can lead in shaping a more just and peaceful worldComment | 21 September 2020 | Jon MitchellThe launch of the newly integrated FCDO marks a pivotal moment for the UK to reassert its commitment to international norms and multilateralism. Read and comment
Human rights are at a crossroads – but accountability and activism can inspire changeComment | 31 July 2020 | Irene KhanHuman rights are under pressure but respect for them creates value and change is possible, say our Global Reset Dialogue contributors. Read and comment
Twenty years of protection of civilians at the UN Security CouncilBriefing papers | May 2019 | Sarah AdamczykExploring the current state of the protection of civilians in armed conflict agenda and proposing steps to help close the gap between law and action. Downloads
Advocating for humanity: opportunities for improving protection outcomes in conflictProjects | April 2019 to March 2021Part of the HPG Integrated Programme 2019–2021, this project will look at the challenges, risks and obstacles humanitarian organisations face in advocacy. Find out more
Crossing boundaries in protecting civilians: mapping actors, insights and conceptual spacesBibliography and literature reviews | July 2018 | Larissa FastThis literature review explores the strengths and challenges of local protection, and identifies intersections between different actors and approaches. Downloads
Being accountable to people affected by armed conflictsPublic event | 18 April 2018 14:00 - 15:30 BSTPanellists discuss the challenges and opportunities for humanitarian agencies in better engaging with affected communities in armed conflicts and violence. Find out more
The capacity of UN agencies, funds and programmes to sustain peace: an independent reviewResearch reports and studies | February 2018 | Sara Pantuliano, Victoria Metcalfe-Hough and Alastair McKechnieThis review considers the capacities of UN agencies, funds and programmes to enhance the wider UN system's efforts to sustain peace. Downloads
