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- Happy #InternationalPeaceDay from CIVIC. May Sept 21 2018 fall on a safer, and more peaceful, world for civilians.
- Happy #InternationalPeaceDay from @CivCenter. May Sept 21 2018 fall on a safer, and more peaceful, world for civilians. https://t.co/huZmqmYMdO
- The @SwedishPM reiterated why #peacekeepingprotects during the Sept 21 #UNGA debate on peacekeeping reform. https://t.co/HsApP4JZkg
- .@antonioguterres full #UNGA statement on what #peacekeeping reform should include to ensure #peacekeepingprotects: https://t.co/fAVgnX9fCT https://t.co/ij1S72vWnQ
- .@antonioguterres plaide pour de meilleures ‘prévention médiation et consolidation de la paix’ au centre des réformes du maintien de la paix https://t.co/Rj0S7NGGoI
- #UNSG @antonioguterres urged for better 'prevention, mediation, and peacebuilding' in #peacekeeping reform → https://t.co/s4qsQ1N4bG https://t.co/p5HN5LOh7b
- Watch now #GVApeacetalks live @UNGeneva former néonazi, mediators, peace contributors and inspiring peacemakers https://t.co/395WrLBed5 https://t.co/qJ8FkTO8K2
- @CivCenter and @fborello1 will be there. https://t.co/WZlSoTh1py
- UN Security Council open debate on #peacekeeping reform during #UNGA comes to a close. Thanks for following! #peacekeepingprotects
- Norway PM @erna_solberg speaking on behalf of @NorwayUN @Ethiopia_UN @ROK_Mission at UNSC #peacekeeping reform debate. #peacekeepingprotects https://t.co/wNRzLOpgP6
- "We need the political will, courage & ability to adapt #peacekeeping, so that it can remain relevant."
~ @SwedishPM Löfven at the #UNSC https://t.co/VTZp4GIBEb - Happening NOW: The UN Security Council is hosting an open debate on peacekeeping reform.
Watch LIVE at → http://webtv.un.org/.
CIVIC is live tweeting the event. Follow along with us us at → https://twitter.com/CivCenter
Photo Credit: United Nations - Peacekeeping under Trump could be difficult with less resources As the UN General Assembly kicks off in New York City, all eyes are on Peacekeeping reform.
'Smart cuts to the U.N.’s budget could spur needed changes, but so far, the Trump administration’s focus has been primarily about reducing costs at any cost — a move that threatens to leave ... - Just Security The U.S. Government is leading the way in creating new rules for #drones through a Drone Export Initiative.
Civil society groups raise specific concerns about the international standards being set.
Columbia Law School's Alex Moorehead and Sarah Knuckey explain
groups include Amnesty International | Center for Civilians in Conflict | ... - Why Trump's New Afghanistan Plan Spells Danger for Civilians "Since the Trump administration took office, civilian deaths by US airstrikes are up 70% in Afghanistan, compared to the same time period in 2016. The figures from Iraq and Syria are similarly devastating."
Center for Civilians in Conflict MENA Program Assistant, Jordan Lesser-Roy, discusses 'Why Trump’s New Afghanistan Plan Spells ... - American 'Caught in Fighting' Is Killed in South Sudan US embassy confirmed death of Christopher Allen, a journalist, in fighting between #SouthSudan gov't & opposition.
South Sudan's civil war is well into its fourth year - How many civilian lives are acceptable as collateral damage in Iraq and Syria? The notion of what is an acceptable loss in a military operation differs to those losing loved ones in the brutal fight against ISIS. Trying to minimize casualties in Syria is all the more difficult because the situation in Syria is quite complicated, said Daniel Mahanty, senior advisor for Center ...
- Syria: ‘Deadly labyrinth’ traps civilians trying to flee Raqqa battle against Islamic State On 2 July, the coalition commander, US Lt. Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, told the New York Times: “We shoot every boat we find”. Coalition forces also dropped leaflets in March 2017, warning: “Daesh is using boats and ferries to transport weapons and fighters – do not use ferries and boats, ...
- Saving Ourselves: Security Transition and Impact on Civilian Protection in Afghanistan | Civilians in Conflict In November 2016, we documented civilians' perception of security actors and civilian harm in Afghanistan. The lessons of that report hold true with any strategy, including the latest US iteration: governments and armed forces should aim to mitigate civilian harm at all costs, if they want the country to achieve ...
- CIVIC Statement: President Trump’s Speech and the US Afghanistan Strategy | Civilians in Conflict Last night, the President referred to the conflict in Afghanistan as the “longest war in American history.” But it’s important to note that it has also been a long and costly war for the Afghan people. For sixteen years, civilians have paid a remarkable and tragic toll. They should not ...
- US Week in Review - Aug 22, 2017 | Civilians in Conflict OurUS program has been keeping up with US policy at home and abroad. Read Daniel Mahanty's update for August 7-20 here.
US Week in Review - Aug 22, 2017 Posted by Administrator on As part of our expanded online presence and making our work more accessible, Center for Civilians in ... - Trump to present vision for U.S. strategy in Afghanistan war President Trump is expected to announce a broader US military strategy, increase in troops in #Afghanistan.
It will be President Donald Trump's turn on Monday to address a problem that vexed his two predecessors when he details his strategy for the war in Afghanistan, America's longest military conflict. - Blackwater founder Erik Prince awaits president’s call to privatise war in Afghanistan CIVIC executive directo Federico Borello said: "Protecting civilians is in its (US’s) national interest, but it probably doesn’t satisfy a profit motive.”
President Trump is to be briefed directly on a plan to privatise the war in Afghanistan drawn up by the founder of Blackwater, the world’s most notorious private ... - Timeline Photos Dan Mahanty on the urgent need for an internal assessment of why civilians are dying at an alarmingly increased rate in Operation Inherent Resolve. Then it needs to make some changes quickly. http://www.defenseone.com/ideas/2017/08/why-are-more-civilians-dying-us-airstrikes-isis/140185/
- What next for civilian protection and the United States government? | Civilians in Conflict In the coming year, CIVIC’s US program will focus on seeking answers to a number of questions in an effort to understand—and help to shape—the future for civilians affected by US actions in war.
What next for civilian protection and the United States government? Posted by Administrator on By Daniel ... - US Week in Review - Aug 7, 2017 | Civilians in Conflict Check out what CIVIC is tracking for this week and the last. (Photo by Maranie Rae Staab)
As part of our expanded online presence and making our work more accessible, Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) will be posting occasional updates to our various programs. Our US program is helmed ... - The Hidden Harm: Acquired Disability During Conflict The stark reality of the challenges and threats faced by persons with disabilities during armed conflict has been laid bare in Iraq, Syria, the Central African Republic, Yemen, and South Sudan.
Disability regularly intersects with other vulnerabilities in conflict like gender and age to place persons with disabilities at significantly ... - Timeline Photos Last weekend, CBS Radio aired an interview with CIVIC Executive Director Federico Borello, in which he described our work and how you can be a part of it. It’s a good listen!
http://bit.ly/2vlJi6s - Uncertainty Looms for Civilians in Mosul | Civilians in Conflict Saman Omar, our program officer in Iraq, discusses post-ISIS security concerns in Mosul.
"In CIVIC interviews, Mosul's displaced civilians recounted threats from ISIS militants who stated they “will still be around even if they lose the battle” and “will do their best to apply the rule of Islamic Sharia” in ... - Lessons From Mosul: How to Reduce Civilian Harm in Urban Warfare “Death was all but guaranteed,” said Hanifa who described how she fled Zinjili district in West Mosul in June. “We could die either by ISIS sniper or IED or shelled or buried by bombs.”
Sahr Muhammadally, director of our MENA and South Asia program, is over at Just Security discussing ...
Happy #InternationalPeaceDay from CIVIC. May Sept 21 2018 fall on a safer, and more peaceful, world for civilians. 5 Likes 
Happy #InternationalPeaceDay from @CivCenter. May Sept 21 2018 fall on a safer, and more peaceful, world for civilians. https://t.co/huZmqmYMdO
The @SwedishPM reiterated why #peacekeepingprotects during the Sept 21 #UNGA debate on peacekeeping reform. https://t.co/HsApP4JZkg
RT @benedictenasr: .@antonioguterres full #UNGA statement on what #peacekeeping reform should include to ensure #peacekeepingprotects: http… CIVIC Retweeted
.@antonioguterres plaide pour de meilleures ‘prévention médiation et consolidation de la paix’ au centre des réformes du maintien de la paix https://t.co/Rj0S7NGGoI
#UNSG @antonioguterres urged for better 'prevention, mediation, and peacebuilding' in #peacekeeping reform → https://t.co/s4qsQ1N4bG https://t.co/p5HN5LOh7b
RT @UNGeneva: Watch now #GVApeacetalks live @UNGeneva former néonazi, mediators, peace contributors and inspiring peacemakers https://t.co/… CIVIC Retweeted
UN Security Council open debate on #peacekeeping reform during #UNGA comes to a close. Thanks for following! #peacekeepingprotects
Norway PM @erna_solberg speaking on behalf of @NorwayUN @Ethiopia_UN @ROK_Mission at UNSC #peacekeeping reform debate. #peacekeepingprotects https://t.co/wNRzLOpgP6
RT @SwedenUN: "We need the political will, courage & ability to adapt #peacekeeping, so that it can remain relevant."
~ @SwedishPM Löfven a… CIVIC Retweeted
~ @SwedishPM Löfven a… CIVIC Retweeted
Happening NOW: The UN Security Council is hosting an open debate on peacekeeping reform.
Watch LIVE at → http://webtv.un.org/.
CIVIC is live tweeting the event. Follow along with us us at → https://twitter.com/CivCenter
Photo Credit: United Nations 10 Likes
Watch LIVE at → http://webtv.un.org/.
CIVIC is live tweeting the event. Follow along with us us at → https://twitter.com/CivCenter
Photo Credit: United Nations 10 Likes
Peacekeeping under Trump could be difficult with less resources As the UN General Assembly kicks off in New York City, all eyes are on Peacekeeping reform.
'Smart cuts to the U.N.’s budget could spur needed changes, but so far, the Trump administration’s focus has been primarily about reducing costs at any cost — a move that threatens to leave peacekeeping missions in countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) unable to respond to increasingly dire crises.'
Center for Civilians in Conflict Peacekeeping Advisor, Lauren Spink, discusses why 'Peacekeeping under Trump could be difficult with less resources.'
The U.S. should acknowledge that the reality Congolese and other civilians face should be the factor driving budget decisions — not political or ideological agendas. 3 Likes
'Smart cuts to the U.N.’s budget could spur needed changes, but so far, the Trump administration’s focus has been primarily about reducing costs at any cost — a move that threatens to leave peacekeeping missions in countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) unable to respond to increasingly dire crises.'
Center for Civilians in Conflict Peacekeeping Advisor, Lauren Spink, discusses why 'Peacekeeping under Trump could be difficult with less resources.'
The U.S. should acknowledge that the reality Congolese and other civilians face should be the factor driving budget decisions — not political or ideological agendas. 3 Likes
Just Security The U.S. Government is leading the way in creating new rules for #drones through a Drone Export Initiative.
Civil society groups raise specific concerns about the international standards being set.
Columbia Law School's Alex Moorehead and Sarah Knuckey explain
groups include Amnesty International | Center for Civilians in Conflict | ECCHR - European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights | Foundation for Fundamental Rights | Coalition for Peace Action | Drone Wars UK | National Religious Campaign Against Torture | Nonviolence International Southeast Asia| Omega Research Foundation | PAX | Rete Italiana per il Disarmo | Rights Watch - UK | Women's International League for Peace and Freedom
Center for Civilians in Conflict shared Just Security's post.
Civil society groups raise specific concerns about the international standards being set.
Columbia Law School's Alex Moorehead and Sarah Knuckey explain
groups include Amnesty International | Center for Civilians in Conflict | ECCHR - European Center for Constitutional and Human Rights | Foundation for Fundamental Rights | Coalition for Peace Action | Drone Wars UK | National Religious Campaign Against Torture | Nonviolence International Southeast Asia| Omega Research Foundation | PAX | Rete Italiana per il Disarmo | Rights Watch - UK | Women's International League for Peace and Freedom
Center for Civilians in Conflict shared Just Security's post.
Why Trump's New Afghanistan Plan Spells Danger for Civilians "Since the Trump administration took office, civilian deaths by US airstrikes are up 70% in Afghanistan, compared to the same time period in 2016. The figures from Iraq and Syria are similarly devastating."
Center for Civilians in Conflict MENA Program Assistant, Jordan Lesser-Roy, discusses 'Why Trump’s New Afghanistan Plan Spells Danger for Civilians.'
On August 21, President Trump took the stage at Fort Myer, Virginia to announce his long-awaited plan for the future of US engagement in Afghanistan. Aft... 2 Likes
Center for Civilians in Conflict MENA Program Assistant, Jordan Lesser-Roy, discusses 'Why Trump’s New Afghanistan Plan Spells Danger for Civilians.'
On August 21, President Trump took the stage at Fort Myer, Virginia to announce his long-awaited plan for the future of US engagement in Afghanistan. Aft... 2 Likes
American 'Caught in Fighting' Is Killed in South Sudan US embassy confirmed death of Christopher Allen, a journalist, in fighting between #SouthSudan gov't & opposition.
South Sudan's civil war is well into its fourth year
South Sudan's civil war is well into its fourth year
How many civilian lives are acceptable as collateral damage in Iraq and Syria? The notion of what is an acceptable loss in a military operation differs to those losing loved ones in the brutal fight against ISIS. Trying to minimize casualties in Syria is all the more difficult because the situation in Syria is quite complicated, said Daniel Mahanty, senior advisor for Center for Civilians in Conflict.
“You’re dealing with an urban area, as you were in Mosul. You have quite an unreliable if not malicious partner in the Syrian government. You’re relying heavily on a newly-constituted Syrian Defense Force – an irregular force that you’re relying on for intelligence as the tip of your spear on the ground in a place like Raqqa. You’re using a lot of air power, which lends itself to high civilian casualties, and you’re dealing with an adversary in ISIS that has demonstrated consistently that it not only has wanton disregard for human life, but actually won’t refrain from using tactics that intentionally get civilians killed, like using human shields.”
'No mercy': The painful calculus of saving civilian lives in war against ISIS. 4 Likes
“You’re dealing with an urban area, as you were in Mosul. You have quite an unreliable if not malicious partner in the Syrian government. You’re relying heavily on a newly-constituted Syrian Defense Force – an irregular force that you’re relying on for intelligence as the tip of your spear on the ground in a place like Raqqa. You’re using a lot of air power, which lends itself to high civilian casualties, and you’re dealing with an adversary in ISIS that has demonstrated consistently that it not only has wanton disregard for human life, but actually won’t refrain from using tactics that intentionally get civilians killed, like using human shields.”
'No mercy': The painful calculus of saving civilian lives in war against ISIS. 4 Likes
Syria: ‘Deadly labyrinth’ traps civilians trying to flee Raqqa battle against Islamic State On 2 July, the coalition commander, US Lt. Gen. Stephen J. Townsend, told the New York Times: “We shoot every boat we find”. Coalition forces also dropped leaflets in March 2017, warning: “Daesh is using boats and ferries to transport weapons and fighters – do not use ferries and boats, airstrikes are coming.”
“Crossing the river has been a key escape route for civilians fleeing the conflict in Raqqa, so striking ‘every boat' – on the erroneous assumption that any boat will be carrying IS fighters or weapons – is indiscriminate and prohibited by the laws of war,” said Donatella Rovera, in Amnesty's latest report documenting the plight of civilians caught between Daesh and the coalition in Raqqa.
Thousands of civilians trapped in Raqqa, northern Syria, are coming under fire from all sides as the battle for control of the city enters its final stage, Amnesty International said following an… 1 Likes
“Crossing the river has been a key escape route for civilians fleeing the conflict in Raqqa, so striking ‘every boat' – on the erroneous assumption that any boat will be carrying IS fighters or weapons – is indiscriminate and prohibited by the laws of war,” said Donatella Rovera, in Amnesty's latest report documenting the plight of civilians caught between Daesh and the coalition in Raqqa.
Thousands of civilians trapped in Raqqa, northern Syria, are coming under fire from all sides as the battle for control of the city enters its final stage, Amnesty International said following an… 1 Likes
Saving Ourselves: Security Transition and Impact on Civilian Protection in Afghanistan | Civilians in Conflict In November 2016, we documented civilians' perception of security actors and civilian harm in Afghanistan. The lessons of that report hold true with any strategy, including the latest US iteration: governments and armed forces should aim to mitigate civilian harm at all costs, if they want the country to achieve peace. Defeating terrorism should not be an excuse to increase harm to civilians and their property.
You can find more information about our report and recommendations to armed forces here.
Home » Resources » Press Room » Saving Ourselves: Security Transition and Impact on Civilian Protection in Afghanistan 3 Likes
You can find more information about our report and recommendations to armed forces here.
Home » Resources » Press Room » Saving Ourselves: Security Transition and Impact on Civilian Protection in Afghanistan 3 Likes
CIVIC Statement: President Trump’s Speech and the US Afghanistan Strategy | Civilians in Conflict Last night, the President referred to the conflict in Afghanistan as the “longest war in American history.” But it’s important to note that it has also been a long and costly war for the Afghan people. For sixteen years, civilians have paid a remarkable and tragic toll. They should not be expected to suffer more.
Our statement on President Trump's speech and the importance of protecting civilians in Afghanistan. Military action need not, and should not, cause additional civilian harm.
CIVIC Statement: President Trump’s Speech and the US Afghanistan Strategy Press Release | Washington—Following President Trump’s speech on the new US strategy for engagement in Afghanistan, Federico Borello, Executive Director of Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC), issued the following stateme... 13 Likes
Our statement on President Trump's speech and the importance of protecting civilians in Afghanistan. Military action need not, and should not, cause additional civilian harm.
CIVIC Statement: President Trump’s Speech and the US Afghanistan Strategy Press Release | Washington—Following President Trump’s speech on the new US strategy for engagement in Afghanistan, Federico Borello, Executive Director of Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC), issued the following stateme... 13 Likes
US Week in Review - Aug 22, 2017 | Civilians in Conflict OurUS program has been keeping up with US policy at home and abroad. Read Daniel Mahanty's update for August 7-20 here.
US Week in Review - Aug 22, 2017 Posted by Administrator on As part of our expanded online presence and making our work more accessible, Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) will be posting occasional updates to our various programs. Our US program is helmed by Senior Advisor, Daniel R. Mahanty.... 2 Likes
US Week in Review - Aug 22, 2017 Posted by Administrator on As part of our expanded online presence and making our work more accessible, Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) will be posting occasional updates to our various programs. Our US program is helmed by Senior Advisor, Daniel R. Mahanty.... 2 Likes
Trump to present vision for U.S. strategy in Afghanistan war President Trump is expected to announce a broader US military strategy, increase in troops in #Afghanistan.
It will be President Donald Trump's turn on Monday to address a problem that vexed his two predecessors when he details his strategy for the war in Afghanistan, America's longest military conflict. 1 Likes
It will be President Donald Trump's turn on Monday to address a problem that vexed his two predecessors when he details his strategy for the war in Afghanistan, America's longest military conflict. 1 Likes
Blackwater founder Erik Prince awaits president’s call to privatise war in Afghanistan CIVIC executive directo Federico Borello said: "Protecting civilians is in its (US’s) national interest, but it probably doesn’t satisfy a profit motive.”
President Trump is to be briefed directly on a plan to privatise the war in Afghanistan drawn up by the founder of Blackwater, the world’s most notorious private security company. Erik Prince, who... 8 Likes
President Trump is to be briefed directly on a plan to privatise the war in Afghanistan drawn up by the founder of Blackwater, the world’s most notorious private security company. Erik Prince, who... 8 Likes
Timeline Photos Dan Mahanty on the urgent need for an internal assessment of why civilians are dying at an alarmingly increased rate in Operation Inherent Resolve. Then it needs to make some changes quickly. http://www.defenseone.com/ideas/2017/08/why-are-more-civilians-dying-us-airstrikes-isis/140185/ 8 Likes 
What next for civilian protection and the United States government? | Civilians in Conflict In the coming year, CIVIC’s US program will focus on seeking answers to a number of questions in an effort to understand—and help to shape—the future for civilians affected by US actions in war.
What next for civilian protection and the United States government? Posted by Administrator on By Daniel R. Mahanty, Senior Advisor, US program It’s been a busy year for Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC), and much of our attention has been on the United States government, now involved in mili... 9 Likes
What next for civilian protection and the United States government? Posted by Administrator on By Daniel R. Mahanty, Senior Advisor, US program It’s been a busy year for Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC), and much of our attention has been on the United States government, now involved in mili... 9 Likes
US Week in Review - Aug 7, 2017 | Civilians in Conflict Check out what CIVIC is tracking for this week and the last. (Photo by Maranie Rae Staab)
As part of our expanded online presence and making our work more accessible, Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) will be posting occasional updates to our various programs. Our US program is helmed by Senior Advisor, Daniel R. Mahanty. 1 Likes
As part of our expanded online presence and making our work more accessible, Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) will be posting occasional updates to our various programs. Our US program is helmed by Senior Advisor, Daniel R. Mahanty. 1 Likes
The Hidden Harm: Acquired Disability During Conflict The stark reality of the challenges and threats faced by persons with disabilities during armed conflict has been laid bare in Iraq, Syria, the Central African Republic, Yemen, and South Sudan.
Disability regularly intersects with other vulnerabilities in conflict like gender and age to place persons with disabilities at significantly greater risk of harm. 6 Likes
Disability regularly intersects with other vulnerabilities in conflict like gender and age to place persons with disabilities at significantly greater risk of harm. 6 Likes
Timeline Photos Last weekend, CBS Radio aired an interview with CIVIC Executive Director Federico Borello, in which he described our work and how you can be a part of it. It’s a good listen!
http://bit.ly/2vlJi6s 14 Likes
http://bit.ly/2vlJi6s 14 Likes
Uncertainty Looms for Civilians in Mosul | Civilians in Conflict Saman Omar, our program officer in Iraq, discusses post-ISIS security concerns in Mosul.
"In CIVIC interviews, Mosul's displaced civilians recounted threats from ISIS militants who stated they “will still be around even if they lose the battle” and “will do their best to apply the rule of Islamic Sharia” in Mosul."
Uncertainty Looms for Civilians in Mosul Posted by Administrator on By Saman Omar, Program Officer in Iraq Three years after surrendering it to the Islamic State (ISIS), Iraqi Security Forces have reclaimed Mosul. But wresting the city from ISIS came at a high cost to civilians there. Airwars report... 8 Likes
"In CIVIC interviews, Mosul's displaced civilians recounted threats from ISIS militants who stated they “will still be around even if they lose the battle” and “will do their best to apply the rule of Islamic Sharia” in Mosul."
Uncertainty Looms for Civilians in Mosul Posted by Administrator on By Saman Omar, Program Officer in Iraq Three years after surrendering it to the Islamic State (ISIS), Iraqi Security Forces have reclaimed Mosul. But wresting the city from ISIS came at a high cost to civilians there. Airwars report... 8 Likes
Lessons From Mosul: How to Reduce Civilian Harm in Urban Warfare “Death was all but guaranteed,” said Hanifa who described how she fled Zinjili district in West Mosul in June. “We could die either by ISIS sniper or IED or shelled or buried by bombs.”
Sahr Muhammadally, director of our MENA and South Asia program, is over at Just Security discussing what the battle for Mosul can teach us about reducing civilian harm in war:
Nowhere is the tension between the military necessity to defeat an enemy and challenges in protecting civilians more apparent than in cities like Aleppo, Donetsk, Mosul, Raqqa, Sana, and Taiz. 4 Likes
Sahr Muhammadally, director of our MENA and South Asia program, is over at Just Security discussing what the battle for Mosul can teach us about reducing civilian harm in war:
Nowhere is the tension between the military necessity to defeat an enemy and challenges in protecting civilians more apparent than in cities like Aleppo, Donetsk, Mosul, Raqqa, Sana, and Taiz. 4 Likes
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