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SUMMARY:Addressing barriers to local actors in NGO security coordination
DESCRIPTION:The humanitarian sector is entering a period of profound transition. As the Humanitarian Reset unfolds\, long-standing questions take on renewed urgency: will this moment advance the ambitions of the Grand Bargain and the Charter for Change\, and can the system move toward greater equity without deepening risks for aid workers\, particularly those from crisis-affected countries? \nThis online session is designed as a discussion rather than a series of presentations\, bringing together diverse perspectives on power\, voice\, and participation in humanitarian coordination. It aims to create a thoughtful and candid exchange on how coordination spaces function in practice\, whose expertise is recognised\, and how these mechanisms can become more inclusive and equitable in times of shrinking budgets and institutional restructuring. \nThe conversation will draw on findings from a recent multi-country research initiative examining persistent disparities between international and local/national NGOs (L/NNGOs) in humanitarian security coordination\, particularly in conflict-affected contexts. The research highlights how limited access to key decision-making spaces can constrain L/NNGOs’ ability to shape humanitarian access strategies and safeguard their staff and volunteers\, and it offers practical recommendations for transforming coordination structures into more inclusive and effective systems. Developed through a mixed-methods and collaborative design with L/NNGOs\, INGOs\, and academics\, the study centres the experience and expertise of local actors. \nBuilding on these findings and the lived experience of panelists\, the session will explore pathways toward systemic change\, moving beyond tokenistic participation to operationalise the equal role of local humanitarian responders in shaping access\, security\, and protection outcomes. \nThe session has previously been hosted at the Humanitarian Network and Partnerships Week.\nSpeakers\nDiletta Salviati\, Policy and Research Manager\, INSO\nNadine Saba\, President\, Akkar Network Development\nSudhanshu Shekhar Singh\, CEO\, Humanitarian Aid International\nElsa van Soest\, Local Humanitarian Leadership & Learning Advisor\, Oxfam\nThis session is moderated by Rafael Van den Bergh\, Research Coordinator\, Protect Humanitarians\nRegistration\nPlease register via kuno@kuno-platform.nl \nThe session is organised in collaboration with INSO.
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/addressing-barriers-to-local-actors-in-ngo-security-coordination/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20251113T130000
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SUMMARY:Anticipating and responding to disasters
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a masterclass on Anticipatory Action\, organised by KUNO\, the University of Twente (UT)/ITC\, the Hague Humanitarian Studies Centre-ISS\, the Netherlands Red Cross\, and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. \n  \nAbout the masterclass\nThis masterclass aims to raise awareness and build knowledge on the motivations for\, as well as on the how of anticipatory action (in more detail). It also seeks to facilitate critical reflection and explore its limitations. Through interactive sessions\, participants will acquire a deeper\, hands-on understanding of the practice of anticipatory action. The masterclass is designed for humanitarian practitioners\, policy makers\, academics and students. \n  \nAnticipatory action\nAnticipatory action refers to actions taken to reduce the humanitarian impacts of a forecast hazard before it occurs\, or before its most acute impacts are felt. The decision to act is based on a forecast\, or collective risk analysis\, of when\, where and how the event will unfold (IFRC 2020). It is a type of preemptive intervention informed by early warnings; for example\, distributing cash transfers to farmers ahead of a predicted drought. It has been used to reduce the impacts of crises by triggering early actions before disasters unfold. It is used as an extension of humanitarian aid. \nAnticipatory action is gaining increasing attention\, also within the humanitarian field\, and sees a rise in funding\, for example\, in the Netherlands and Germany. Anticipatory action started with small pilots in 2016. Since then\, over 154 active frameworks have been developed in 48 countries\, with at least 285 UN/Red Cross and NGOs involved and several donors. \n  \nPreliminary programme & speakers\nTime: 13:00-13:45.\nPlenary\nWelcome and opening by Carla Jonkers\, Manager Disaster Preparedness & Response Unit\, Netherlands Red Cross.\nPresentation on anticipatory action\, and on the work the Red Cross does in that context by Marc van Homberg\, Professor Data4Disaster Resilience (UT/ITC) and Scientific Lead at 510 Global of the Red Cross & Eefje Hendriks\, Assistant Professor of Disaster Resilience and Humanitarian Assistance (UT). \n13:45-14:30\nPlenary\nRound table discussion with 3 humanitarian organisations (tbc) on their anticipatory action work\, a case study and challenges on the ground. \n  \n14:30 – 15:00\nBreak \n  \n15:00 – 16:15\nBreakout groups\nBreak up into smaller groups for group activities guided by experts\, to work towards resolving certain challenges in AA response. These are divided by different themes: \n1. Ethics: Who has the power to decide on the trigger mechanisms? \n\nRodrigo Mena\, Assistant Professor of Disasters and Humanitarian Governance (ISS) & Deputy Director of the HSC.\nTanja Hendriks\, a postdoctoral research fellow (Department of Social & Cultural Anthropology\, KU Leuven)\n\n2. Localisation: How can trigger mechanisms be locally defined? \n\nMarc van den Homberg\, Professor Data4Disaster Resilience (UT/ITC) and Scientific Lead at 510 Global of the Red Cross\n\n3. Tech vs. Social: How do you balance the technical opportunities to define trigger mechanisms with the need for local participation? \n\nSahara Sedhain\, PhD candidate with a research focus on Anticipatory Action (UT/ITC)\nKees Boersma\, Professor of Innovations in Crisis Management and Societal Resilience (VU)\n\n4. Silos: How do you work across silos on anticipatory action? \n\nSheila Chemjor\, Preparedness and Anticipatory Action Coordinator (Red Cross NL)\n\n5. Technical: How can trigger mechanisms be technically optimised? \n\nNorman Kerle\, Full Professor of Geoinformatics for Disaster Risk Management (UT)\n\n  \n16:15-17:00 \nPlenary\nPanel conversation with tbc speakers on working across silos/the disaster management phases (preparedness\, AA and response) to reflect the reality on the ground. \n17:00-18:00\nDrinks and Networking  \n  \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/anticipating-and-responding-to-disasters/
LOCATION:The Red Cross NL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20250923T150000
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SUMMARY:The Humanitarian Reset and its implications for the Dutch humanitarian field
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is under Chatham House Rule. \n  \nAbout the event\nDriven by shifting power dynamics\, the global order is becoming increasingly multi-polar. The multilateral order is eroding\, and there is a growing disregard for international humanitarian law and human rights. Funding for humanitarian action is confronted with drastic cuts after 15 years of upward financing. The withdrawal of USAID funding was a major case in point. It does\, however\, not stand alone and rather fits a broader trend amongst – most Western – donors. \nThese trends have serious consequences for people affected by crises. Numerous local NGOs have had to shut down their operations\, and thousands of layoffs at the UN and at (i)NGOs have led to direct negative consequences in the delivery of humanitarian action. As an effort to address the humanitarian field’s crisis of funding and legitimacy\, sparked by the sudden demise of USAID\, Tom Fletcher – UN OCHA’s Emergency Relief Coordinator – launched the ‘Humanitarian Reset’\, a policy reform agenda. This agenda\, calling for a drastic shift in the UN-coordinated/led humanitarian system\, is presently taking shape through prioritisation of responses\, policy dialogues and consultations. It triggers debate across the humanitarian system. While details are still to be determined\, the Reset’s expected impact on the Dutch humanitarian field will be significant. \nAgainst this backdrop\, KUNO invites policymakers and humanitarian practitioners for a meeting to unpack the reset\, to review the latest developments\, assess their implications\, and consider possible responses. \nPlease find the concept note with more details \n  \nSpeakers\n\nMervat Shelbaya\, Head of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC)\nSven van den Berg\, Head of Humanitarian Aid at the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs\nNolan Roffelsen\, Representative of Platform for Humanitarian Action in the Netherlands\nRepresentative of NEAR (tbc)\n\n  \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/the-humanitarian-reset-and-its-implications-for-the-dutch-humanitarian-field/
LOCATION:The Hague
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SUMMARY:KUNO Summer Course 2025
DESCRIPTION:Have you recently started working in the humanitarian field and are you looking for a solid kick-start? Or are you an experienced humanitarian professional looking for a thorough update? The KUNO Summer Course is there for you. \n\n\n\nWith an unprecedented number of humanitarian crises around the world\, the need for humanitarian aid has never been more vital. This summer\, we invite you to embark on a journey of learning and exploration into the intricate realm of humanitarian assistance. \n\n\n\nIn this two-day introductory course on humanitarian aid\, humanitarian academics and experienced humanitarian professionals will discuss relevant aspects of humanitarian work. A mixture of practical knowledge\, debates and working sessions\, will feed your brain\, enhance your efficiency as a humanitarian worker and strengthen your network. \n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\nThea Hilhorst\, Professor of humanitarian studies from the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) and president Humanitarian Studies Centre at Erasmus University Rotterdam\n\n\n\nPaul van den Berg\, Political Advisor Cordaid and chair visibility working group DRA\n\n\n\nRolf Wijnstra\, Senior Policy Adviser Humanitarian Aid & Diplomacy at Netherlands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs\n\n\n\nPia Zeinoun\, Research Lead at Oxfam Novib\, Netherlands. Vice-president of Embrace (Lebanon) and former Director of the Embrace Mental Health Center\n\n\n\nHenrieke Hommes\, Security Advisor ZOA\n\n\n\nEmiel Martens (UvA/EUR) & Wouter Oomen  (UU)\, Founders of the Expertise Centre Humanitarian Communication\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nPlease send an email to: kuno@kuno-platform.nl (please mention your name and organisation).Feel free to forward this invitation to colleagues who might be interested to join! \n\n\n\nFee\n\n\n\nParticipants from KUNO-members pay a contribution of €300 and participants from non-KUNO-members pay a contribution of €1\,000 for the Summer Course. This contribution includes course materials\, lunches\, networking drinks & a certificate. \n\n\n\nFull program\n\n\n\nClick here to see the full program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/kuno-summer-course-2025/
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