More than 80% of countries have #GBV laws but women still suffer from the scourge. This shows laws alone are not enough. There is need to change people's mindset bring about a societal reorientation in all sectors and at all levels of oppression and subordination. #HearHerNow

War has devastating consequences for women and girls. Yet, all over the world women are leading movements for #peace and rebuilding communities in the aftermath of conflict. To achieve lasting peace and #equality, more women must be at the table. #WomenPeaceSecurity

Sexual violence is being used as a weapon of war in eastern DR Congo. Women and children bear the scars of this crisis. Funding cuts are making it worse just when survivors need help most. We must act. Please donate if you can

It’s been an awful, awful weekend. Civilians were killed again in Ukraine, Gaza, Darfur — in open violation of the laws of war. This is now so frequent that the world pays no attention. But if we allow this to continue, our planet will become a very dangerous place — for all.

Every contribution enables @WFP teams to deliver food where it's needed most. As hunger reaches record levels, continued support from the U.S. is vital. Food stabilizes regions by preventing unrest, fostering peace, and reducing the conditions that fuel conflict and extremism.

Brutal financing cuts in humanitarian aid are not a funding shortfall. They are a crisis of responsibility. Millions of innocent people are at risk. The cost of inaction will be measured in more instability and in many lost lives. My statement 👇🏻 unhcr.org/news/press-release…

📢 Out now: Our first 2025 edition of #HumanitarianTakeaways, your go-to digest on key #humanitarian topics. This time we examine a topic we found to be timely given the current developments in the world and in the #aid sector: Aid workers’ #wellbeing – ow.ly/4GC450Vhov4

The @WFP has announced it is cutting food rations for #Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh by half. This drastic reduction will be devastating for over a million refugees. Our statement from @EndGenocideDan, @Lucky2944576441, Hujjat Ullah, and @SahatZia_Hero refugeesinternational.org/st…

🎯The Interagency Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Community Outreach and Communication Fund, a joint initiative by @Refugees and @ICVAnetwork, released summaries of nine projects funded in 2024. These locally-led initiatives focused on educating communities about their rights and provided clear guidance to survivors of sexual abuse and exploitation on how and where to report safely. Since its start, 56 projects have received support. The Fund was also supported by @UN_OSCSEA, allowing it to reach more people in need. Read the Summaries⤵️ buff.ly/93j9ntT #PSEA #Protection #Humanitarian

🚨Out now - Lives on the Line: The Human Impact of US Foreign Aid Shifts. Six weeks after the U.S. administration issued a global aid freeze, humanitarian organisations are being forced to suspend lifesaving programs—cutting off food, healthcare, and shelter for the world’s most vulnerable. Building on the ICVA survey, as well as secondary data from @UNOCHA, @GroundTruthSol, @humentum_org, interviews and discussions with donors, UN agencies, and partners, the report highlights the catastrophic fallout: 🔹 2/3 of NGOs have reduced or halted operations, in some cases up to 100%. 🔹 Local & refugee-led organisations face collapse. 🔹 A growing domino effect as other donors cut aid. ⏳ Humanitarian aid is an essential public good. The global community must step up before it's too late. 📖 Read the full report👇 buff.ly/xEDDdlv #AidAtRisk #HumanitarianAid #USAID #StopWorkOrder #GlobalAid #CrisisResponse

Strong laws save lives. ✊ Did you know ❓ Countries with domestic violence legislation report significantly lower rates of intimate partner violence compared to those without. #EVAW

We have a 6-point agenda for EVAWG: 👭Women & girl-led movements at the forefront 🗣️Feminist experts central to policy & decisions 🤝Men & boys accountable to women & girls ✊Keep EVAWG work politicized 👩‍🔧Focus on specialized programs & services 🫶Inspire collective action

“I want to see at least 50% of science and technology companies led by women.” On this International Day of girls and #WomenInScience, we’re throwing it back to 2019 when 10-year-old programmer Anya Daneez Khan gave a powerful speech at the UN. #EveryVoiceInScience

🚨@ICVAnetwork's January bulletin is here! Highlights include: 🔹Editorial by @JMunn_ICVA on Defending Humanitarian Principles: A Collective Responsibility 🔹90 Day Suspension Order Impact Study and Resources 🔹Our New Members 🔹Forced Displacement 🔹Due Diligence Community of Practice Launch Event on 19 February 🔹Shaping the Future of Humanitarian Aid Seminars 🔹Summary report on a Webinar on Refugee Integration Policies in Eastern Africa: Local, National and Global Perspectives 🔹2024 Regional Humanitarian Partnership Week highlights video and session presentations 🔹Regional Highlights: Insights on ICVA’s work in MENA, East and West Africa, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific 🔹Upcoming events Read the Bulletin⬇️ buff.ly/40T4z3M #ICVABulletin #HumanitarianAid #USFreeze

In these challenging times for the field of #EVAWG, we must build communities of care, solidarity, & collective action. This month, we’re excited to spotlight our vibrant COFEM community of activists, researchers, & feminists. Learn more & join us! 🔗 cofemsocialchange.org/about-…

In 2024, Afghanistan faced a combination of challenges that continue to hinder recovery from decades of conflict, incl. 🔻 Shrinking protection space 🔻Fragile economy 🔻Inadequate access to essential services 🔻Impact of climate shocks Latest🔗shorturl.at/t7eXO

Transparency builds trust. @UN is dedicated to keeping processes clear to ensure that those who need protection most can trust us to do what’s right. By being transparent, we build trust and create a safer world for everyone. #HonouringOurValues

🚨Launch Event of the Due Diligence Community of Practice 📅 19 February 2025 ⏰ 13:00–14:30 CET 🖥️ Format: Online Lengthy and complex due diligence processes are often hurdles for many local NGOs, making the push for localisation harder. That’s why the Due Diligence Community of Practice (CoP) was created. Hosted by @ICVAnetwork and co-hosted by @savechildrenuk, the Due Diligence CoP was established in 2024 by a group of international and local NGOs from across the sector to align efforts, foster collaboration, and share knowledge on due diligence reform processes within the humanitarian sector. 🔊The launch event will feature thought-provoking insights from the @NGOConsortium, the Humanitarian NGO Platform in Ukraine, @eu_echo, and ICVA. Don’t miss this collective effort to reshape due diligence in humanitarian work. Register by 14 February 2025⬇️ buff.ly/4gtor33 #DueDiligence #Humanitarian #Localisation

No matter where they live. No matter who they are. Every child and young person deserves an education. Quality education is not a luxury —it is a human right.

🎯They died while helping others. In 2024, a record 356 humanitarians were killed while providing life-saving aid to people in need in some of the world’s most challenging crises. They didn’t sign up for violence - all they wanted was to save lives. How many more deaths will it take before the world acts? ➡️ Without respect for International Humanitarian Law, countless more lives will be lost. ➡️ Without protection, the risks for humanitarians will grow. ➡️ Without accountability, perpetrators will continue to act with impunity. Humanitarians are #NotATarget. #ActForHumanity #AWSDatabase @UNOCHA @HumOutcomes

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧. Women's participation in the peace processes increases the likelihood of reaching lasting peace and achieving the #GlobalGoals. #WomenPeaceSecurity