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SUMMARY:Workshop: Civil engagement in donor countries
DESCRIPTION:In the context of shifting geopolitics\, changing narratives around humanitarian action and declining funding\, reflection is happening on the diverse roles different humanitarian actors have. A recent report by ICVA outlines the complementarity of various actors in the system. In the present context\, some INGOs are exploring specifically how to strengthen their financial and political support base in the donor countries where their headquarters are based. \nThis session explores how organisations fulfil this role. It will present research on how the landscape is shifting and in which ways INGOs are engaging with their constituencies\, and it will look at the history of creating ‘draagvlak’ (support) in the Netherlands. Thee INGOs will show their specific approaches: the thrift shop network of Dorcas\, the Red Line demonstrations by MSF and the in-house team for fundraising by Stichting Vluchteling. Particpants will be able to engage clinic-style with these different modalities\, to walk away with inspiration adn practical advise. \nThe first session in this series on ‘The role of INGOs in a localised system‘ concluded that a future role for INGOs is shaped differently. It should be smaller\, less focused on implementation and more as ‘connectors’: fund managers\, risk absorbers\, technical support providers. In addition\, a key function of the role is about exerting influence: global political advocacy\, defending humanitarian principles\, sustaining public support for humanitarian action in donor countries\, and fundraising. This session dives deeper into how these roles are shaped. \nObjectives of the session: \n\nInforming on various approaches to strengthening international solidarity in donor countries\, historically and practically\nInspire through examples on how INGOs engage constituencies in the Netherlands\nExplore novel opportunities for engagement within or across INGOs\n\nSpeakers \n\nSara Kinsbergen\, Professor Cultural Anthropology & Development Studies\, Radboud University\nSera Koolmees\, Senior Communications Officer\, Partos\nCyrille Koolhaas\, Head of Fundraising\, Stichting Vluchteling\nPamela Hajal\, Humanitarian Aid Expert\, Strategic Program Advisor\, Dorcas\nErik Laan\, Head of Policy Representation & Advocacy\, MSF\n\nWho is this session for?\nAs with all KUNO sessions\, anyone working in or alongside the humanitarian field is welcome. This session\, however\, may also be particularly relevant to those working at communications or fundraising departments of humanitarian organisations. \n	Register here This link opens in a new tab
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/workshop-civil-engagement-in-donor-countries/
LOCATION:Stichting Vluchteling\, Stichting Vluchteling\, Laan van Nieuw Oost-Indië 131-M\,\, The Hague\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:EXPERT MEETING: The humanitarian crisis in Lebanon and Iran
DESCRIPTION:A Deepening Crisis in Lebanon and Iran: What You Need to Know Now \nAs violence escalates and humanitarian needs surge\, the situation in Lebanon and Iran is reaching a critical tipping point. Join this expert meeting for timely insights into one of the most urgent crises unfolding today. \nEvent Details \n\nDate: 31 March 2026\nTime: 13:00 – 14:30\nLocation: The Hague & Online (Zoom)\n\nStichting Vluchteling Laan van Nieuw Oost-Indië 131-M\, The Hague\n\n\n\nAbout the Event\nSince late February 2026\, escalating air strikes in Iran and Lebanon have led to a rapidly worsening humanitarian crisis. This KUNO expert meeting will provide a timely update on political developments and humanitarian conditions\, with a primary focus on Lebanon. \nFollowing intensified attacks from 2 March\, Lebanon is facing its most severe deterioration in security since the 2024 ceasefire. Over 1.2 million people are displaced\, healthcare access is disrupted\, and casualties continue to rise. Developments in Iran—where widespread damage and high casualty figures have also been reported—remain closely linked\, though information is limited. \nThis session aims to strengthen understanding of the current situation\, highlight urgent humanitarian needs\, and explore how response efforts can be better coordinated at this critical moment. \nSpeakers \n\nErwin van Veen — Senior Research Fellow\, Clingendael’s Conflict Research Unit\nBenoit de Gryse — Director\, Stichting Vluchteling\nZeina Dimassi — Humanitarian Ecosystem Mapping & Capacity Facilitator\nModerator: Nora Stel — Assistant Professor\, Centre for International Conflict Analysis & Management\, Radboud University\n\n	Register here!
URL:https://www.humanityhub.org/calendar/expert-meeting-the-humanitarian-crisis-in-lebanon-and-iran/
LOCATION:Stichting Vluchteling\, Stichting Vluchteling\, Laan van Nieuw Oost-Indië 131-M\,\, The Hague\, Netherlands
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