Center for Civilians in Conflict

The Pentagon’s 2022 Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response Action Plan (CHMR-AP) aims to improve civilian protections in U.S. military operations. Drawing on a new report from CIVIC & @StimsonCenter, Madison Hunke assesses the DoD’s progress and highlights remaining challenges. Read the full piece in Just Security: https://lnkd.in/e4YBzYVm #civilianharm #unitedstates #protectcivilians

The U.S. has received nearly 500 reports alleging that Israeli use of American weapons has led to excessive civilian casualties. Despite an obligation to promptly investigate, no action has been taken so far. Read the full article quoting CIVIC's U.S. Advocacy & Legal Advisor John Ramming Chappell: https://bit.ly/3YMhLrj #weapons #armstranfers #unitedstates #civilians

Israel's legislation to ban UNRWA in the Occupied Palestinian Territories could have devastating consequences for civilians in Gaza and the West Bank. For many Palestinians, UNRWA is more than an agency—it’s a lifeline. Without it, countless civilians would face immediate challenges, from access to essential services to basic humanitarian support. Our Director of Communications, Hajer Naili, recently discussed these potential impacts on Euronews Serbia, shedding light on what this legislation could mean for both humanitarian aid and the lives of those most vulnerable. #civilians #protectcivilians #humanitarian #unitednations #unrwa

NEW: As the US Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response Action Plan (CHMR-AP) enters its final year, CIVIC & The Stimson Center's latest report evaluates progress and issues concrete recommendations for improvement. #civilianprotection #civilians #unitedstates https://lnkd.in/eHZCdVDn

At the 34th International Red Cross & Red Crescent Conference, CIVIC’s ED Hichem Khadhraoui highlighted critical risks to civilians in conflict zones, stressing State responsibilities for their protection. He urged warring parties to avoid using explosive weapons in populated areas and called on States to halt weapon transfers that could harm civilians. He also emphasized the growing harm caused by disinformation and misinformation to civilian populations in armed conflict and the need to tackle it. International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC #ihl #genevaconvention #protectcivilians #notcollateraldamage

In partnership with the European Union and the Ukrainian charity fund “International Trust”, Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) has launched a transformative project in the Rohan Community (Kharkiv region, Ukraine). This initiative focuses on enhancing safety by equipping five community shelters with essential items such as folding chairs, tables, tableware, portable wash basins, water containers, and Starlink equipment. In addition to providing physical resources, we empowered the community through six civil protection training sessions. #ukraine #protectcivilians #communityengagement #civilianprotection https://lnkd.in/eb3rMq2M

In continued collaboration with the J9 General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Center for Civilians in Conflict successfully conducted another training session on Negotiation Skills in Crisis Situations for CIMIC officers on October 14-15 in Cherkasy. Participants emphasized how the acquired knowledge and practical exercises significantly enhanced their ability to engage effectively with civilians in their communities. One participant noted, “The training was at the highest level, the topics were relevant, but there was not enough time for full comprehension.” This feedback underscores the critical nature of our ongoing efforts in this area. In addition to certificates, we proudly awarded valuable gifts to outstanding participants, recognizing their exceptional contributions and dedication. Thank you to everyone involved for making this training a success! #NegotiationSkills #CIMIC #CivMilitaryDialogue

"The [US] Senate will soon have the opportunity to demonstrate that it opposes further suffering and stands for the rule of law and the protection of civilians by supporting the joint resolutions of disapproval introduced on September 25." Check out the full letter sent to US senators by CIVIC, Friends Committee on National Legislation, and over 100 organizations urging a block on arms sales to Israel: https://bit.ly/3UlUvO2 #blockarmssales #warfare #protectcivilians #unitedstates

Some conflicts receive significant media attention while others hardly feature in the news. In 2023, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, and Mali received the least media attention per civilian casualty, followed closely by Cameroon, Haiti, Myanmar, and the DR Congo. CIVIC’s new POC Trends Report focuses attention on some under-covered conflicts and the changing threats to civilians. Report: https://lnkd.in/eFyC2pzZ #protectcivilians #notcollateraldamage #civilians #warfare

Developments in AI, disinformation, the growing use of mercenaries, & climate change are all impacting the way civilians experience war. CIVIC’s first Protection of Civilian Trends Report highlights how these issues evolved in 2023 & how policymakers should address the threats they can pose. POC Trends Report 👉 https://lnkd.in/em9GrCCr Civilian Protection Index 👉 https://lnkd.in/e2pCWqjK #protectcivilians #civilianprotection #civilians #ihl #stats #data #index