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Since 2020, Albany has been a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, reaffirming our commitment to supporting the men and women who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, as well as their families. What is the Armed Forces Covenant? 🤔 The Armed Forces Covenant is a pledge that acknowledges the unique sacrifices made by members of the Armed Forces community and seeks to ensure they face no disadvantage in their day-to-day lives. As a Covenant signatory and member of the MOD Employer Recognition Scheme Silver Award, we are committed to upholding the principles of the Covenant, which include promoting fair employment opportunities, fostering a supportive working environment, and championing the integration of Armed Forces personnel into civilian life. ⬇ Employing Reservists - Your Questions Answered! ⬇ Albany recognises the invaluable contribution of Reservists to our nation's defence, and we are committed to providing employment opportunities that accommodate their unique role. If you have any questions about employing Reservists or would like more information about our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, we encourage you to comment below. Whether you are an existing employee, a potential candidate, or a member of the public, we are here to address any queries you may have. Or if you'd prefer, contact the ERS team at gl-offemp@rfca.mod.uk and they'll be more than happy to provide the information you need! Albany believes in the power of collaboration and the positive impact businesses can have on society. Join us in supporting the Armed Forces Covenant and help create a workplace that values and empowers our Armed Forces community. #armedforcescovenant #armedforcescommunity

🆕 In our latest edition of #MakingADifference, the spotlight is on Joe MD. 'Making A Difference' is where we champion the team players that make up Albany and celebrate the incredible work they do on projects around the world. Joe's professionalism and work ethic are valued by the whole company and it has seen him go from strength to strength. ⬇ Read more about Joe, his role, and life at Albany below. #teamwork #spotlight ⬇ Follow the link to read more about our team and our work: https://lnkd.in/d_DvFNV

“The world’s worst humanitarian crisis and also a geo-political time-bomb”   ⬆ How The Economist describes the ongoing conflict in #Sudan.   https://lnkd.in/gWsmqv7c The ongoing civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Paramilitary Rapid Support Forces receives little attention compared to other conflicts raging today. In part this is because there is a failure of understanding the conflicts true implications. As summarised in the article, the war threatens trade, heightens great power geopolitical risk, and creates another wave of refugees exacerbating an already mounting crisis.   The current perception is of a false choice between two warlords, but this cannot bring peace. Albany’s experience in the region demonstrates that grass-roots initiatives led by democratic groups are the surest way to establish dialogue between stakeholders and create a lasting peace. #stabilisation #peacebuilding

🎉 We're thrilled to congratulate Joe MD on the publication of their insightful article by Royal United Services Institute! This achievement is a testament to their hard work, expertise, and commitment to advancing knowledge in our field. At Albany, we believe in fostering a dynamic and positive work environment where our team members are encouraged to continually develop their expertise and share their insights with the wider community. Joe’s success is a great example of what we can achieve when we support and inspire one another. Here’s to continued growth and many more accomplishments ahead! #innovation #strategiccommunications

Its an honour for Albany to be included in the UK Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme's Gold Award! As signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, we will continue to work to ensure Albany is a welcoming environment for veterans, reservists, and those transitioning from service. ⬇ Read the post below to learn more about Albany's commitment! #GoldERS24 #armedforcescovenant

Albany's Chairman Sir Rob Fry, writing for The Article, analyses the recent Ukrainian incursion into Kursk Oblast, proposing it as a bold raid with significant tactical and strategic implications. He highlights Ukraine’s impressive military execution and the subsequent disruption to Russian defenses, which may reshape the broader conflict. Ultimately, he argues the raid’s success could achieve far-reaching diplomatic and military consequences. https://lnkd.in/eGaqDqdw

Key discussion highlights from our recent ERI Validation Workshop... 1. Improving the communications performance of security forces allows them to build trust with communities. This leads to an increasingly positive role for the SNA in community-level conflict resolution. eg. SNA CIMIC Courses - Delivered by ERI-trained SNA CIMIC trainers to battalion-level staff in the FMSs Kismayo, Beledweyne, Baidoa Feb-July 2024. 2. The speed of interventions when local conflicts arise is critical. Providing communities with the tools to articulate their needs and resolve local disputes themselves allows for rapid de-escalation of grievances by locally involved stakeholders. e.g. Community Atmospheric Panels and Community Dispute Resolution Committees, Baidoa, Wisil, Janaale, 2021-2024. 3. ERI's constant interaction with and deeper understanding of communities means engagements are planned with local sensitivities in mind so communities feel like their concerns and local issues have been factored in. This leads to increased community ownership and buy-in into stabilisation. e.g. Community dialogue forums in NRRAs in JL, GM, SW And HS States. 4. Addressing the cultural barriers that limit women's participation requires a continuous effort that is sensitive to differing perspectives on the role of gender. Despite challenges, ensuring that women's voices are heard and respected in community discussions has fostered greater social cohesion and trust amongst communities. e.g. ERI has worked in close partnership with it's sister project, Women to Women Security (W2WS), on our stabilisation activity. This was particularly notable in JL State, where ERI delivered stabilisation activity alongside W2WS staff in NRRAs.

Thanks Parvina for your insightful comments on our event last month. I couldn’t agree more with your hypothesis!!

A snap shot of our discussions the other day

Thank you to everyone that attended the second event in our 20th Anniversary series, tackling 'The Disinformation Dilemma - What Now?'. After exploring the evolution of this threat in May, this session focused on actionable solutions. Joe Morley Davis set the stage with recent research on Russian Information Operations, conducted with NATO's Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence. Our expert panel, featuring Karin von Hippel, Mark Galeotti, Nina Kuryata, and Albany's Graham Baines, engaged in a lively discussion facilitated by journalist Kitty Logan. Topics ranged from government roles to the impact of culture and new media. The consensus? Tailored, authentic responses are key. Stay tuned for our next discussion in September! #Albany20thAnniversary #DisinformationDilemma #StrategicCommunications