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The Sahel is one of the world's fastest-growing humanitarian and security crises, and its people and communities are bearing the cost. Our latest brief outlines the critical nature of continued strategic investment in the region and explores six tangible actions towards building sustainable peace: https://lnkd.in/d_gsnfpr

Just finished an impressive two-day symposium on “Building Climate Resilience in South America,” hosted by the Office of the Secretary of Defense (Policy) Western Hemispheric Affairs. We were excited to see partners from throughout South America, including countries participating in PDC's National Disaster Preparedness Baseline Assessment (NDPBA) program such as Peru, Argentina, Paraguay, and Suriname. We were also excited to have colleagues from Suriname, Colombia, and Peru join a panel on “Adaptive Analysis,” focused on discussing best practices for connecting national and regional data, analysis, and experience for practical resilience solutions. Looking forward to continuing our partnerships and collaborations as we work together toward strengthening resilience across the region and a #SaferWorld! #climatechange #southamerica #peru #argentina #paraguay #Suriname #colombia #earlywarningforall INDECI CENEPRED Ministerio de Seguridad de la República Argentina Ejército Nacional de Colombia Sistema de Alerta Temprana SIATA United States Southern Command University of Hawaii at Manoa

A step into the landscape of disaster response and global governance with Author Marta Cerafogli's detailed analysis of the aftermath of the powerful earthquakes that struck Turkey. Despite the absence of a specific legal framework for natural disasters, initiatives like the International Disaster Response Laws (IDRL) Guidelines and the Model Act for Disaster Relief aim to streamline international aid coordination. Involving over 1,400 emergency response personnel from more than twenty NATO allies and partners, we dive into the diverse range of assistance provided to Turkey and witness the collaborative efforts aimed at alleviating the suffering of affected populations. Discover the legal intricacies, international collaborations, and political ramifications in the wake of this tragedy. #GlobalGovernance #NATO #DisasterResponse read more at: https://lnkd.in/e2ksYVgW

A HUGE thank you to the NPS Center for Homeland Defense and Security for sharing our piece. Dillon Taylor, Esq. and I also want to extend our appreciation and gratitude to our #EmergencyManagement colleagues for their overwhelming support of the Disaster Diplomat concept. It has been picked up by three publishers, with more on the way. And for those who want more, the idea engine hasn't turned off - we're just getting started and will share more soon. "Emergency managers should be seen as 'disaster diplomats'... However, the degree to which we prioritize, resource, and empower our emergency managers, in contrast to international diplomats, is wildly disparate, and, arguably, negligent given the country’s state of domestic permacrisis. It begs the question: would America’s communities be able to better withstand chronic stressors and acute shocks if we invested in disaster diplomats like we do their international counterparts? ...In the absence of adequate funding and prioritization of our disaster diplomatic enterprise, the safety and security of our communities is in jeopardy. If we don’t respond accordingly, our surest bet for a resilient future will be lost."

From my point of view: The withdrawal (perhaps) of Burkina Faso, Mali and/or Niger from ECOWAS rather reflects a deep crisis of confidence between the current leaders of the member states and also the fragility of the institutional leadership of the The organization, in the sense that it will also have to prepare to face a continual loss of its legitimacy in the face of West African populations. This is why I suggest that instead of everyone joining or condemning, rightly or wrongly, what would accelerate the dislocation of ECOWAS and the expansion of the activities of non-state armed groups (taken as a whole), we will have to work on the real crisis favorable factors of crises by taking into account the strengths, weaknesses and opportunities of each of the actors, as well as the involvement of the populations themselves and why not armed groups also, through the use of soft power in certain cases as a strategy?

Sending a warm aloha and mahalo (thank you) to Honduras following an exciting two-day symposium on "Building Climate Resilience in Central and North America", hosted by the Office of the Secretary of Defense (Policy). We were excited to see partners from throughout Central and North America, including those representing Mexico, Costa Rica, and Canada, as well as from countries participating in PDC's National Disaster Preparedness Baseline Assessment (NDPBA) program, such as Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Panama. We were also excited to have colleagues from El Salvador, Guatemala, Canada, and the William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Studies join a panel on “Adaptive Analysis”, focused on discussing best practices for connecting national and regional data, analysis, and experience for practical resilience solutions. Looking forward to continuing our partnerships and collaborations as we work together toward strengthening resilience across the region and a #SaferWorld! #climatechange #earlywarningforall #centralamerica #northamerica #disasterpreparedness #Honduras #ElSalvador #Guatemala #Panama #Mexico #CostaRica #Canada United States Southern Command U.S. Army South Global Affairs Canada | Affaires mondiales Canada U.S. Embassy in Mexico Embajada de Estados Unidos en Tegucigalpa U.S. Embassy in San Salvador U.S. Embassy Panama Embajada de Estados Unidos en Costa Rica William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies

The Mediterranean is in geopolitical turmoil, with longstanding conflicts deepening regional tensions. Urgent action is needed for peace and security. Addressing the root causes of these threats is crucial for stability and cooperation. #MediterraneanDay Here are some of the key issues in the region: 1️⃣ Pessimism About the Future 2️⃣ Conflict and Displacement 3️⃣ Impact on Children’s Lives 📢 Your Voice Matters The geopolitical situation in the region is serious and requires urgent attention. How can we help address the challenges we're facing? Tell us using #MediterraneanDay. Your answers could help shape the future priorities of Euro-Mediterranean cooperation. Together, we can work towards building a brighter, more sustainable Mediterranean. ➡️https://lnkd.in/d3BXhkCY

Inspired after spending a week with Mais A and the remarkable The White Helmets leadership in the Bay Area. Over the past several months, we’ve collaborated to strengthen their resource mobilization strategy—targeting foundations, high net-worth donors, and forging partnerships across academia and the corporate world. What’s humbling is what they’ve taught me in return: the immense challenges of saving lives and protecting over 6 million people in Syria, all while navigating the complexities of a conflict perpetrated by illegitimate leaders and perpetuated by competing geopolitical forces (US, Russia, Iran, Hezbollah, ISIL, Iraq, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Israel). 🚨 The White Helmets mission is more crucial than ever, and external support remains vital to sustaining their lifesaving efforts. https://lnkd.in/ead6mt6p #ResourceMobilization #HumanitarianSupport #WhiteHelmets #SyriaCrisis #NonprofitLeadership #HumanRights

An excellent article highlighting the work and contributions of the Monash Global Peace and Security (GPS) Centre to global peace and security issues, and the scope and expertise of the scholars, practitioners and policymakers within it. Please contact the Centre if you are interested in being a part of this network and the Centre's work. #peaceandsecurity #globalpeaceandsecurity #womenpeacesecurity

Safeguarding Regional Interdependence: The #Somaliland_Coastal_Guard’s Role in Securing the #Gulf of #Aden In the intricate maritime landscape of the Horn of Africa, where geopolitical, economic, and security interests intersect, the security of coastal nations holds significant implications not only for the region but also for global maritime trade and stability. Somaliland, with its strategic perch along the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea since its declaration of independence in 1991, stands at the nexus of these intricate dynamics. Its extensive coastline and strategic location make it both a hub of maritime activity and a focal point for various security challenges that reverberate far beyond its borders https://lnkd.in/eCyyGU46