"Presentation of the Handbook Implementing the Geneva Declaration"
2014 Regional Review Conference on the Geneva Declaration on Armed Violence and Development
This document summarizes Pakistan's policies and framework for disaster risk reduction (DRR). It notes that Pakistan established the National Disaster Management Commission and passed the National Disaster Management Act in 2010. The Commission is responsible for setting DRR policies, plans and guidelines. In 2013, the Commission approved Pakistan's first National DRR Policy, which aims to build Pakistan's resilience to natural and man-made hazards and integrate DRR into development plans and programs at all levels of government. The policy is aligned with the priorities of the 2005-2015 Hyogo Framework for Action and decentralizes DRR responsibilities to provincial and district levels.
OECD Recommendation on the Governance of Critical RisksOECD Governance
Developed through the OECD High Level Risk Forum (HLRF) of the Public Governance Committee, this recommendation is designed to assist governments, policy makers and senior officials charged with developing and maintaining societal and economic resilience for major shock events and the implementation of robust risk management frameworks.
The Recommendation builds on the unique set of knowledge and best practices collected through the OECD High Level Risk Forum, and complement existing OECD instruments that may be related to various aspects of risk management.
Mass Atrocities and Armed Conflict: Links, Distinctions and Implications for ...frameworkteam
Presentation from a brown bag lunch discussion organized by the UN Interagency Framework Team for Preventive Action on "Mass Atrocities and Armed Conflict: Links, Distinctions and Implications for Prevention", held on 23 March 2011.
Please note that the designations employed and the presentation of material in this information product do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of the United Nations concerning the legal or development status of any country, territory, city or area or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers or boundaries. The mention of specific companies or products of manufacturers, whether or not these have been patented, does not imply that these have been endorsed or recommended by the United Nations in preference to others of a similar nature that are not mentioned.
This document discusses strengthening community safety and resilience in Wayne County through collaboration between local emergency management and the private sector. It outlines the role of the local Emergency Management Agency in planning, mitigation, response and recovery. It also summarizes a threat analysis of hazardous substances in the county and the benefits of public-private partnerships for emergency preparedness, response and business continuity. The goal is improved coordination and resilience through collaborative community emergency planning.
OECD Workshop: Learning from crises and fostering the continuous improvement ...OECD Governance
The workshop on “Learning from crises and fostering the continuous improvement of risk governance and management”, jointly organised with the governments of the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden, was held in Oslo, Norway on 17-18 September 2014. More information is available at www.oecd.org/gov/risk/high-level-risk-forum-oslo-workshop-2014.htm
The document discusses the importance of the One Health initiative, a collaborative approach between multiple sectors and disciplines to address health issues at the human-animal-ecosystem interface. It outlines the roles of FAO, OIE, and WHO in promoting One Health through coordination, capacity building, and addressing gaps. It emphasizes the need for preparedness, surveillance, and multi-sectoral response for public health emergencies through strengthening existing frameworks and governance structures.
Hyogo Framework of Actions for Disaster Preparedness: Bangladesh PerspectiveFarhana Afroj
The document discusses Bangladesh's adoption and implementation of the Hyogo Framework for Action (HFA) for disaster risk reduction from 2005 to 2015. It outlines the three strategic goals and five priorities for action of the HFA. Bangladesh made progress in integrating disaster risk reduction into development plans, building resilience, and incorporating risk reduction into recovery efforts. Challenges remain in coordination, funding, and data collection. Overall, Bangladesh successfully implemented many HFA objectives but still faces challenges that require addressing.
This framework designed by world conference disaster risk reduction in sedai JAPAN. fron 14th march to 18th march.this is very usefull for desaster mitigation policy.
This document summarizes Pakistan's policies and framework for disaster risk reduction (DRR). It notes that Pakistan established the National Disaster Management Commission and passed the National Disaster Management Act in 2010. The Commission is responsible for setting DRR policies, plans and guidelines. In 2013, the Commission approved Pakistan's first National DRR Policy, which aims to build Pakistan's resilience to natural and man-made hazards and integrate DRR into development plans and programs at all levels of government. The policy is aligned with the priorities of the 2005-2015 Hyogo Framework for Action and decentralizes DRR responsibilities to provincial and district levels.
OECD Recommendation on the Governance of Critical RisksOECD Governance
Developed through the OECD High Level Risk Forum (HLRF) of the Public Governance Committee, this recommendation is designed to assist governments, policy makers and senior officials charged with developing and maintaining societal and economic resilience for major shock events and the implementation of robust risk management frameworks.
The Recommendation builds on the unique set of knowledge and best practices collected through the OECD High Level Risk Forum, and complement existing OECD instruments that may be related to various aspects of risk management.
Mass Atrocities and Armed Conflict: Links, Distinctions and Implications for ...frameworkteam
Presentation from a brown bag lunch discussion organized by the UN Interagency Framework Team for Preventive Action on "Mass Atrocities and Armed Conflict: Links, Distinctions and Implications for Prevention", held on 23 March 2011.
Please note that the designations employed and the presentation of material in this information product do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of the United Nations concerning the legal or development status of any country, territory, city or area or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers or boundaries. The mention of specific companies or products of manufacturers, whether or not these have been patented, does not imply that these have been endorsed or recommended by the United Nations in preference to others of a similar nature that are not mentioned.
This document discusses strengthening community safety and resilience in Wayne County through collaboration between local emergency management and the private sector. It outlines the role of the local Emergency Management Agency in planning, mitigation, response and recovery. It also summarizes a threat analysis of hazardous substances in the county and the benefits of public-private partnerships for emergency preparedness, response and business continuity. The goal is improved coordination and resilience through collaborative community emergency planning.
OECD Workshop: Learning from crises and fostering the continuous improvement ...OECD Governance
The workshop on “Learning from crises and fostering the continuous improvement of risk governance and management”, jointly organised with the governments of the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden, was held in Oslo, Norway on 17-18 September 2014. More information is available at www.oecd.org/gov/risk/high-level-risk-forum-oslo-workshop-2014.htm
The document discusses the importance of the One Health initiative, a collaborative approach between multiple sectors and disciplines to address health issues at the human-animal-ecosystem interface. It outlines the roles of FAO, OIE, and WHO in promoting One Health through coordination, capacity building, and addressing gaps. It emphasizes the need for preparedness, surveillance, and multi-sectoral response for public health emergencies through strengthening existing frameworks and governance structures.
Hyogo Framework of Actions for Disaster Preparedness: Bangladesh PerspectiveFarhana Afroj
The document discusses Bangladesh's adoption and implementation of the Hyogo Framework for Action (HFA) for disaster risk reduction from 2005 to 2015. It outlines the three strategic goals and five priorities for action of the HFA. Bangladesh made progress in integrating disaster risk reduction into development plans, building resilience, and incorporating risk reduction into recovery efforts. Challenges remain in coordination, funding, and data collection. Overall, Bangladesh successfully implemented many HFA objectives but still faces challenges that require addressing.
This framework designed by world conference disaster risk reduction in sedai JAPAN. fron 14th march to 18th march.this is very usefull for desaster mitigation policy.
The document summarizes Nepal's progress and challenges in implementing the Hyogo Framework for Action to reduce disaster risks. Key achievements include mainstreaming disaster risk reduction into development plans and policies, developing institutions and community-based disaster management programs. However, challenges remain such as inadequate funding, lack of data and vulnerability assessments, and a need to further build a culture of resilience. Moving forward, Nepal aims to strengthen institutions and mainstreaming efforts, improve prevention, preparedness and response systems, and enhance regional and international cooperation on disaster risk reduction.
1. The document discusses a conference on resilience and health in disasters in light of the UN's post-2015 agenda.
2. It emphasizes that evidence-based science is essential to support resilience in disaster risk reduction and reduce health impacts.
3. The Hyogo Framework for Action has successfully built international agreement on resilience, and there is an opportunity in upcoming 2015 UN agreements to further resilience for environment and health.
Bernie Sanders proposes a comprehensive pandemic response plan with the following key pillars:
1) Preparation and communication, including pandemic planning, guidance for different groups, and public education
2) Surveillance and detection, including monitoring disease spread domestically and internationally
3) Response and containment, such as limiting disease spread and mitigating health, social, and economic impacts
The plan calls for vaccine and antiviral stockpiling, distribution planning, advancing scientific research, and leveraging all levels of government and society to prepare for and respond to pandemics like COVID-19.
Monitoring and evaluation: The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency...ALNAP
The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) coordinates disaster response among Caribbean countries. It aims to strengthen capacity for mitigation, management, and coordinated response to hazards and climate change effects. CDEMA operates through a Regional Response Mechanism including a coordination center, response teams, and regional warehouses. It conducts exercises and evaluations to test disaster management systems and inform programming. CDEMA also works to enhance community resilience and mainstream disaster risk reduction.
OECD Workshop: Learning from crises and fostering the continuous improvement ...OECD Governance
Presentation by Patrick Helm, Prime Minister's Office, New Zealand.
The workshop on “Learning from crises and fostering the continuous improvement of risk governance and management”, jointly organised with the governments of the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden, was held in Oslo, Norway on 17-18 September 2014. More information is available at www.oecd.org/gov/risk/high-level-risk-forum-oslo-workshop-2014.htm
Action Plan for further engendering DRR through REACT operations - re-checkedNizam Al-Hussainy
The document outlines an action plan to further engender disaster risk reduction (DRR) efforts in Tajikistan through gender integration. The plan has four main components: 1) gender incorporation in disaster prevention and mitigation; 2) disaster preparedness of all community members; 3) gender incorporation in disaster response; and 4) gender incorporation in disaster rehabilitation and recovery. Each component identifies goals, objectives, expected outcomes, activities, indicators, timeline, and responsible organizations to mainstream gender considerations across DRR policies, plans, and programming in Tajikistan.
Disaster Risk Reduction: The Sendai Framework George Chaponda
The Sendai Framework is a 15-year agreement that was adopted in 2015 to replace the Hyogo Framework and guide global efforts in disaster risk reduction. It recognizes that states have the primary role in reducing disaster risk but responsibility should be shared with other stakeholders. The Sendai Framework aims to substantially reduce disaster risk and losses by 2030 through four priorities of action: understanding disaster risk, strengthening disaster risk governance, investing in disaster risk reduction, and enhancing disaster preparedness. It sets seven global targets related to reducing disaster mortality, affected people, economic losses, and infrastructure damage by 2030.
The document summarizes a workshop discussion around communicating low-probability, high-impact global risks in the context of the recently released IPCC report. Key points discussed include: translating the IPCC's climate sensitivity language into probability distributions that include potentially catastrophic scenarios; illustrating various risk levels in an indicator tool; focusing risk communication on consequences rather than probabilities for general audiences; and ensuring representation from all interested stakeholders in addressing global challenges. Participants emphasized the importance of further research on low-probability climate risks and other linked global threats.
HFA Monitoring and Review -Key Questions GuidanceSujit Mohanty
This document provides guidance and key questions to help evaluate progress on disaster risk reduction based on the Hyogo Framework for Action. It focuses on assessing national policies, plans, budgets, and programs related to disaster risk management across five priorities: ensuring DRR is a priority, risk assessment, promoting a culture of safety, reducing underlying risk factors, and strengthening preparedness. Progress is measured using core indicators and means of verification such as national frameworks, local participation, risk assessments, early warning systems, education, research, environmental protection, social programs, impact assessments, and emergency response plans.
Institutional arrangements for disaster management in myanmarThành Nguyễn
This document provides an overview of the existing institutional system for disaster management in Myanmar at all administrative levels, from national to local. The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive review of the existing institutional arrangements for disaster management for all relevant stakeholders. This document was written as part of the process to develop the ‘Myanmar Action Plan for Disaster Risk Reduction’. This overview provides information about the geographical location of Myanmar, nine disaster profiles, three commitment captures of the Government of the Union of Myanmar to global and regional declarations on disaster management, an overview of the existing institutional arrangements, profiles of existing government Ministries and Departments, and institutional arrangements for disaster management at divisional-, district-, and town level.
This document outlines the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030. The framework was adopted at the Third UN World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction in Sendai, Japan in 2015. It aims to substantially reduce disaster risk and losses over the next 15 years. The framework establishes seven global targets related to reducing mortality and losses from disasters. It also sets a goal of preventing new and reducing existing disaster risks through various economic, structural, legal and other measures to reduce exposure and vulnerability to hazards.
The Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) is an internationally accepted methodology for determining the physical damages, economic losses, and costs of meeting recovery needs after a natural disaster through a government-led process.
Constitution of national plaform on drr nepal2008 englishedmnepal
This document outlines the constitution for the National Platform on Disaster Risk Reduction in Nepal. [1] It establishes the organization, defines key terms, and outlines its objectives. [2] The objectives are to coordinate disaster risk reduction efforts among stakeholders in Nepal and ensure policies and programs are participatory and coordinated. [3] It also aims to strengthen early warning systems, raise public awareness, and advocate for disaster risk reduction to be integrated into development plans.
ECDC supports preparedness efforts in three main ways:
1. By identifying and disseminating best practices in preparedness planning through literature reviews, case studies, and tools.
2. By building national preparedness capacities through workshops, training, and supporting the development of specific capabilities.
3. By fostering interoperability between country preparedness plans and promoting multi-sectoral cooperation to address cross-border health threats.
Common Ground between the Paris Agreement and the Sendai Framework – National...NAP Global Network
Presentation by Nicolina Lamhauge, OECD, as part of the webinar " Strengthening Alignment Between Adaptation to Climate Change – Disaster Risk Management – Sustainable Development", held on March 04, 2020.
This document provides information about developing a National Strategy for Disaster Risk Reduction (NSDRR) in Rwanda. It includes a country profile of Rwanda that outlines demographic and climate information. It also describes the key hazards Rwanda faces, including floods, landslides, and storms. The document defines what a DRR strategy is and explains why it is important for Rwanda to develop a NSDRR to reduce disaster risks and strengthen resilience. It outlines 10 steps to develop the NSDRR, including understanding the country context, defining objectives, and setting up a monitoring process. Finally, it provides an example table of contents for the NSDRR to guide its development.
Atomic bomb blasts in hiroshima and nagasakiতাসনুভা শাহরিন
The atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945 marked the first and only use of nuclear weapons in war. The U.S. dropped atomic bombs called "Little Boy" and "Fat Man" on the cities, resulting in massive destruction and at least 200,000 immediate deaths from blast effects and radiation sickness. Long-term health effects persisted for decades, including higher rates of cancer, birth defects, and other issues. The bombings contributed to Japan's surrender and ended World War II, but also demonstrated the immense destructive power of nuclear weapons and their lingering effects on populations and the environment.
The Tuskegee Experiment was a clinical study conducted between 1932 and 1972 by the U.S. Public Health Service to observe the natural progression of untreated syphilis in African American males who thought they were receiving free health care from the Tuskegee Institute. Over 400 impoverished African American sharecroppers with syphilis were enrolled but never informed they had the disease or offered treatment even after penicillin became the standard treatment in 1947. By the end of the study, 28 men had died directly from syphilis, 100 more from related complications, and 40 wives and 19 children were infected. The study was terminated in 1972 after a public outcry.
The Tuskegee Syphilis Study was a clinical study conducted between 1932 and 1972 by the U.S. Public Health Service to observe the natural progression of untreated syphilis in rural African American men in Alabama. Over 600 men infected with syphilis were enrolled in the study under the guise of receiving free health care from the U.S. government, but they were never informed they had syphilis and were intentionally denied effective treatment even after penicillin became the standard treatment in 1947. The study was exposed and ended in 1972 due to public outcry over the grossly unethical treatment of human subjects.
The document summarizes Nepal's progress and challenges in implementing the Hyogo Framework for Action to reduce disaster risks. Key achievements include mainstreaming disaster risk reduction into development plans and policies, developing institutions and community-based disaster management programs. However, challenges remain such as inadequate funding, lack of data and vulnerability assessments, and a need to further build a culture of resilience. Moving forward, Nepal aims to strengthen institutions and mainstreaming efforts, improve prevention, preparedness and response systems, and enhance regional and international cooperation on disaster risk reduction.
1. The document discusses a conference on resilience and health in disasters in light of the UN's post-2015 agenda.
2. It emphasizes that evidence-based science is essential to support resilience in disaster risk reduction and reduce health impacts.
3. The Hyogo Framework for Action has successfully built international agreement on resilience, and there is an opportunity in upcoming 2015 UN agreements to further resilience for environment and health.
Bernie Sanders proposes a comprehensive pandemic response plan with the following key pillars:
1) Preparation and communication, including pandemic planning, guidance for different groups, and public education
2) Surveillance and detection, including monitoring disease spread domestically and internationally
3) Response and containment, such as limiting disease spread and mitigating health, social, and economic impacts
The plan calls for vaccine and antiviral stockpiling, distribution planning, advancing scientific research, and leveraging all levels of government and society to prepare for and respond to pandemics like COVID-19.
Monitoring and evaluation: The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency...ALNAP
The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) coordinates disaster response among Caribbean countries. It aims to strengthen capacity for mitigation, management, and coordinated response to hazards and climate change effects. CDEMA operates through a Regional Response Mechanism including a coordination center, response teams, and regional warehouses. It conducts exercises and evaluations to test disaster management systems and inform programming. CDEMA also works to enhance community resilience and mainstream disaster risk reduction.
OECD Workshop: Learning from crises and fostering the continuous improvement ...OECD Governance
Presentation by Patrick Helm, Prime Minister's Office, New Zealand.
The workshop on “Learning from crises and fostering the continuous improvement of risk governance and management”, jointly organised with the governments of the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden, was held in Oslo, Norway on 17-18 September 2014. More information is available at www.oecd.org/gov/risk/high-level-risk-forum-oslo-workshop-2014.htm
Action Plan for further engendering DRR through REACT operations - re-checkedNizam Al-Hussainy
The document outlines an action plan to further engender disaster risk reduction (DRR) efforts in Tajikistan through gender integration. The plan has four main components: 1) gender incorporation in disaster prevention and mitigation; 2) disaster preparedness of all community members; 3) gender incorporation in disaster response; and 4) gender incorporation in disaster rehabilitation and recovery. Each component identifies goals, objectives, expected outcomes, activities, indicators, timeline, and responsible organizations to mainstream gender considerations across DRR policies, plans, and programming in Tajikistan.
Disaster Risk Reduction: The Sendai Framework George Chaponda
The Sendai Framework is a 15-year agreement that was adopted in 2015 to replace the Hyogo Framework and guide global efforts in disaster risk reduction. It recognizes that states have the primary role in reducing disaster risk but responsibility should be shared with other stakeholders. The Sendai Framework aims to substantially reduce disaster risk and losses by 2030 through four priorities of action: understanding disaster risk, strengthening disaster risk governance, investing in disaster risk reduction, and enhancing disaster preparedness. It sets seven global targets related to reducing disaster mortality, affected people, economic losses, and infrastructure damage by 2030.
The document summarizes a workshop discussion around communicating low-probability, high-impact global risks in the context of the recently released IPCC report. Key points discussed include: translating the IPCC's climate sensitivity language into probability distributions that include potentially catastrophic scenarios; illustrating various risk levels in an indicator tool; focusing risk communication on consequences rather than probabilities for general audiences; and ensuring representation from all interested stakeholders in addressing global challenges. Participants emphasized the importance of further research on low-probability climate risks and other linked global threats.
HFA Monitoring and Review -Key Questions GuidanceSujit Mohanty
This document provides guidance and key questions to help evaluate progress on disaster risk reduction based on the Hyogo Framework for Action. It focuses on assessing national policies, plans, budgets, and programs related to disaster risk management across five priorities: ensuring DRR is a priority, risk assessment, promoting a culture of safety, reducing underlying risk factors, and strengthening preparedness. Progress is measured using core indicators and means of verification such as national frameworks, local participation, risk assessments, early warning systems, education, research, environmental protection, social programs, impact assessments, and emergency response plans.
Institutional arrangements for disaster management in myanmarThành Nguyễn
This document provides an overview of the existing institutional system for disaster management in Myanmar at all administrative levels, from national to local. The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive review of the existing institutional arrangements for disaster management for all relevant stakeholders. This document was written as part of the process to develop the ‘Myanmar Action Plan for Disaster Risk Reduction’. This overview provides information about the geographical location of Myanmar, nine disaster profiles, three commitment captures of the Government of the Union of Myanmar to global and regional declarations on disaster management, an overview of the existing institutional arrangements, profiles of existing government Ministries and Departments, and institutional arrangements for disaster management at divisional-, district-, and town level.
This document outlines the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030. The framework was adopted at the Third UN World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction in Sendai, Japan in 2015. It aims to substantially reduce disaster risk and losses over the next 15 years. The framework establishes seven global targets related to reducing mortality and losses from disasters. It also sets a goal of preventing new and reducing existing disaster risks through various economic, structural, legal and other measures to reduce exposure and vulnerability to hazards.
The Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) is an internationally accepted methodology for determining the physical damages, economic losses, and costs of meeting recovery needs after a natural disaster through a government-led process.
Constitution of national plaform on drr nepal2008 englishedmnepal
This document outlines the constitution for the National Platform on Disaster Risk Reduction in Nepal. [1] It establishes the organization, defines key terms, and outlines its objectives. [2] The objectives are to coordinate disaster risk reduction efforts among stakeholders in Nepal and ensure policies and programs are participatory and coordinated. [3] It also aims to strengthen early warning systems, raise public awareness, and advocate for disaster risk reduction to be integrated into development plans.
ECDC supports preparedness efforts in three main ways:
1. By identifying and disseminating best practices in preparedness planning through literature reviews, case studies, and tools.
2. By building national preparedness capacities through workshops, training, and supporting the development of specific capabilities.
3. By fostering interoperability between country preparedness plans and promoting multi-sectoral cooperation to address cross-border health threats.
Common Ground between the Paris Agreement and the Sendai Framework – National...NAP Global Network
Presentation by Nicolina Lamhauge, OECD, as part of the webinar " Strengthening Alignment Between Adaptation to Climate Change – Disaster Risk Management – Sustainable Development", held on March 04, 2020.
This document provides information about developing a National Strategy for Disaster Risk Reduction (NSDRR) in Rwanda. It includes a country profile of Rwanda that outlines demographic and climate information. It also describes the key hazards Rwanda faces, including floods, landslides, and storms. The document defines what a DRR strategy is and explains why it is important for Rwanda to develop a NSDRR to reduce disaster risks and strengthen resilience. It outlines 10 steps to develop the NSDRR, including understanding the country context, defining objectives, and setting up a monitoring process. Finally, it provides an example table of contents for the NSDRR to guide its development.
Atomic bomb blasts in hiroshima and nagasakiতাসনুভা শাহরিন
The atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945 marked the first and only use of nuclear weapons in war. The U.S. dropped atomic bombs called "Little Boy" and "Fat Man" on the cities, resulting in massive destruction and at least 200,000 immediate deaths from blast effects and radiation sickness. Long-term health effects persisted for decades, including higher rates of cancer, birth defects, and other issues. The bombings contributed to Japan's surrender and ended World War II, but also demonstrated the immense destructive power of nuclear weapons and their lingering effects on populations and the environment.
The Tuskegee Experiment was a clinical study conducted between 1932 and 1972 by the U.S. Public Health Service to observe the natural progression of untreated syphilis in African American males who thought they were receiving free health care from the Tuskegee Institute. Over 400 impoverished African American sharecroppers with syphilis were enrolled but never informed they had the disease or offered treatment even after penicillin became the standard treatment in 1947. By the end of the study, 28 men had died directly from syphilis, 100 more from related complications, and 40 wives and 19 children were infected. The study was terminated in 1972 after a public outcry.
The Tuskegee Syphilis Study was a clinical study conducted between 1932 and 1972 by the U.S. Public Health Service to observe the natural progression of untreated syphilis in rural African American men in Alabama. Over 600 men infected with syphilis were enrolled in the study under the guise of receiving free health care from the U.S. government, but they were never informed they had syphilis and were intentionally denied effective treatment even after penicillin became the standard treatment in 1947. The study was exposed and ended in 1972 due to public outcry over the grossly unethical treatment of human subjects.
1) The document outlines the basic principles of radiation oncology, including the physics of radiation, external beam irradiation, brachytherapy, and radiobiology concepts like the four R's.
2) It discusses treatment planning considerations for factors like tumor size and location as well as combined modality approaches using surgery and radiation.
3) Common acute and late complications of radiation therapy are reviewed, such as mucositis, xerostomia, fibrosis, and central nervous system toxicity.
The Nuremberg Trials were a series of 13 trials held between 1945 and 1949 in Nuremberg, Germany. Major Nazi war criminals were prosecuted for crimes against peace, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. The most well-known trial was the Trial of Major War Criminals which prosecuted top Nazi leaders. Of the 22 defendants, 19 were convicted and 12 were sentenced to death. The trials established important precedents for international law and the prosecution of war crimes.
The Tuskegee Airmen overcame significant hardship and discrimination to become the first African American military pilots. They trained at the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama and went on to complete over 15,000 combat missions during World War II, destroying over 150 enemy aircraft. Despite facing racism, the Tuskegee Airmen proved themselves as skilled pilots and helped pave the way for full integration of African Americans in the U.S. military.
The document summarizes The Belmont Report, which established ethical principles for protecting human subjects in research. It was created in 1979 by a commission in response to unethical human subject research studies. The Belmont Report outlines three basic ethical principles - respect for persons, beneficence, and justice. It also distinguishes between research and practice, and provides guidelines for informed consent, risk-benefit assessments, and subject selection to help apply these principles. While not formally adopted, The Belmont Report has become the primary framework for research ethics in the United States.
1) In 1932, Einstein warned President Roosevelt about Nazi Germany's efforts to purify uranium, which could be used to create an atomic bomb. This led the US to begin the secret Manhattan Project to develop a bomb.
2) The Manhattan Project took 6 years and over $2 billion, led by Robert Oppenheimer. They successfully tested the first atomic bomb called "The Gadget" in New Mexico in 1945.
3) In early August 1945, the US dropped atomic bombs called "Little Boy" on Hiroshima on August 6th and "Fat Man" on Nagasaki on August 9th, causing widespread destruction and many casualties in both cities. Japan surrendered on August 15th, ending World
The Declaration of Helsinki is a set of ethical principles regarding human experimentation developed by the World Medical Association. It has undergone several revisions since its adoption in 1964 to address developments in research ethics. While not legally binding, it is considered an important document for guiding ethical medical research. The US FDA abandoned following the Declaration in favor of other guidelines, sparking debate around its continued relevance and whether differing international standards could result in ethical hypocrisy.
This document discusses ethical dilemmas and approaches to resolving them. It defines an ethical dilemma as a situation that requires choosing between alternatives that both have valid moral arguments. Common types of dilemmas involve truths vs. loyalty, individual vs. community concerns, and short-term vs. long-term impacts. The document outlines several approaches to resolving dilemmas, such as utilitarian, rule-based, care-based, and virtue ethics perspectives. It also provides methods and questions to consider when facing an ethical dilemma.
Atomic bomb blasting of Hiroshima and Nagasaki .pptতাসনুভা শাহরিন
The document summarizes the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945. It describes the immediate and ongoing effects of the bombings, including the high death toll initially from burns and trauma (over 80,000 in Hiroshima and 40,000 in Nagasaki) and later illnesses from radiation exposure like leukemia. It also discusses the destruction of infrastructure in the cities and suppression of information about the bombings' impacts by the occupying Allied forces. The bombings marked the first and only use of nuclear weapons in war.
This document presents four ethical dilemma cases involving business strategy decisions:
1. A mining company faces whether to shut down, upgrade, or continue operations, weighing risks to local communities, the government, and the company.
2. A supervisor must decide whether to fabricate performance data or present true results, balancing transparency with perceived underperformance.
3. A company faces an electricians' union demanding a bribe for project approval, with options to bribe, secure approval through legal means, or file a complaint.
4. During a medical emergency, a doctor must decide who to save among a tribe leader, German tourist, and two children, balancing responsibilities to different stakeholders.
تاريخ التجارب الطبية على البشر هدى متبوليHuda Matbouli
A glance at the history of clinical trials, and the value of ethics in each era.
a school project for Medical Ethics, prepared and presented by Huda Matbuli
This Presentation brings forth the Causes, Aftermaths and many other facts regarding the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. It also includes Albert Einstein's Letter.
This was made for Educational Purpose.
The document discusses the concepts of ethics and ethical dilemmas, particularly as they relate to various professions such as nursing, social work, business, and medicine. It provides definitions of ethics as moral principles governing behavior, and ethical dilemmas as difficult situations involving conflicting obligations. Several examples are given of common ethical dilemmas that arise in different fields, such as truth-telling to patients, patient competence, conflicts between patient and family wishes, and using extraordinary measures to prolong life. Nursing students' experiences with resolving ethical conflicts are also briefly mentioned.
Following WWII, Europe was divided between Western allies like the US and Eastern bloc countries under Soviet control, giving rise to the Cold War. Germany was divided and occupied by the Allied powers. The US and USSR emerged as new superpowers but had opposing economic and political ideologies, leading to strategic alliances against each other. Both sides sought to prevent the spread of the other's influence and system, fearing an arms race eventually developed around nuclear weapons.
slides on understanding workplace ethics, what it affects, benefits of workplace ethics, slides on ethic codes, codes of conduct, values, ethic programs, required resources, two ethical styles, 3 steps to resolve ethical dilemmas and how to address ethical dilemmas, guidelines and slides on implementing ethic programs, detecting 6 key roles and responsibilities, guidelines for moral decision making, 10 common ethic code provisions, 15 slides on creating an effective code of conduct, and more.
This document discusses ethical decision making and resolving ethical dilemmas. It begins by defining ethical behavior and identifying common myths about business ethics. An ethical dilemma is described as a complex situation with no clear right or wrong answer that involves balancing different interests. The document then outlines several approaches for resolving dilemmas, including using utilitarian, rule-based, and care-based thinking. It also discusses the whistleblowing process and provides a 10-step framework for ethical decision making. Finally, the document analyzes different tests that can be applied to potential decisions, such as considering benefits and costs, and whether the action could withstand public scrutiny.
Mine Action Support for Armed Violence Reduction, What Role for National Mine...Geneva Declaration
Presentation made by Luigi De Martino for the the GD on 12 April 2013.
GICHD Side Event at the 16th International Meeting of National Mine Action Programme Directors and UN Advisors
Mine Action Support for Armed Violence Reduction: What Role for National Mine Action Authorities?
IASC reference group on HIVAIDS in emergency settings - backgroundDimitri Papathanassiou
Over the last two decades, complex emergencies from conflict and natural disasters have increased, displacing over 42 million people worldwide and exposing them to conditions that spread HIV/AIDS. In 2000, the IASC Working Group created a Reference Sub-Group on HIV/AIDS in Emergency Settings, chaired by WHO, to coordinate prevention and care activities. This group was later informalized. Given increased interest from UN agencies in contributing to HIV/AIDS efforts in conflict settings, the group proposes re-activating the formal Sub-Group to revise guidelines, develop coordination mechanisms, and create a minimum services package for HIV/AIDS control in emergencies. The objectives would be completed by end of 2002 with priorities in 2003 including ensuring sustainable
The Global Alliance on Armed Violence (GAAV) was established in 2012 to provide a global platform to improve efforts to prevent and reduce armed violence. GAAV brings together over 100 organizations working at community, national, and global levels on issues such as weapons control, conflict prevention, and survivor rehabilitation. GAAV aims to strengthen collaboration through working groups, advocacy, and capacity building. It is partnering with the Geneva Declaration to engage civil society organizations in the 2014 Regional Review Conferences, which provide an opportunity to take stock of progress in reducing armed violence and strengthening related policies.
Introduction to the Global Alliance on Armed Violence (GAAV)
Information meeting on the 2014 Regional Review Conferences on the Geneva Declaration on Armed Violence and Development
Geneva, 19 February 2014
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Implementing comprehensive HIV/STI programmers with Sex Workersclac.cab
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𝐇𝐲𝐨𝐠𝐨 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧(𝐇𝐅𝐀) 𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟓Maruf Ahmed
𝐲𝐨𝐠𝐨 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧(𝐇𝐅𝐀) 𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟓.
Hyogo framework motto was "Building the Resilience of Nations and Communities to Disasters".
# Main priorities of HFA
1. Make DRR a priority
2. Know the risks and take action
3. Build understanding and awareness
4. Reduce risk factors
5. Strengthen preparedness and ready to act
# Bangladesh initiative according to HFA
1. Policy development and collaboration among parties
2. Risk assessment and disseminating early warning
3. Innovation to build a safety culture and awareness program
4. Controlling climate change and risk reduction programs
5. Preparedness for disaster providing guidelines and training programs.
We also discussed guidelines, implementation, expected outcomes, challenges while implementing HFA, and recommendations. I am sharing our presentation slides.
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Michael Gerber, Ambassador, Swiss Special Representative for Global Sustainab...Geneva Declaration
"Armed violence reduction within the post-2015 agenda"
Regional Review Conference on the Geneva Declaration on Armed Violence and Development
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Technical Guidance on Combination HIV Preventionclac.cab
This document provides guidance on HIV prevention programs for men who have sex with men (MSM) as part of the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). It summarizes that MSM face a disproportionately high risk of HIV in many countries. An effective prevention program requires a combination of structural, biomedical, and behavioral interventions tailored to the specific risks and needs of MSM. PEPFAR supports integrating community outreach, condom distribution, HIV testing, healthcare linkage, health education, and STI treatment into a comprehensive prevention package for MSM.
Positive health dignity_and_prevention_operational_guidelines_-_unaids_gnp_2013clac.cab
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GLOBAL SUMMIT REPORT SUBMITED TO INTERNATIONAL ALERTMike Ocaka
The Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict was held in London in June 2014 with over 150 states and non-governmental experts in attendance. Key outcomes included the adoption of an International Protocol on Documentation and Investigation of Sexual Violence in Conflict and commitments to investigate and prosecute such crimes, implement UN Resolution 1325, and provide training and support to survivors. Uganda National Advisory Centre for Men's report recommends that states strengthen laws and policies to criminalize sexual violence as war crimes, eliminate discrimination, and ensure access to justice and reparations for all survivors as part of the post-2015 development framework.
The document discusses sectoral mainstreaming of HIV/AIDS in Kenya. It provides background on Kenya's population and HIV prevalence rates. It then describes the Thematic Group, which supports developing strategies to address HIV/AIDS and achieve economic growth targets. The group evaluates sector policies and programs, provides capacity building, and facilitates referrals. It adopts approaches like developing medium-term plans and assessment forums. The group has three technical working groups and addresses challenges like prioritizing HIV/AIDS and utilizing allocated funds. Evidence shows reductions in incidence rates and improved quality of life. Lessons indicate an effective multi-sectoral response can reduce prevalence.
The document provides an introduction to the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030. It was adopted in 2015 at the Third UN World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction in Sendai, Japan. The framework aims to reduce disaster risk and losses in lives, livelihoods and health. It contains 7 global targets, 13 guiding principles, and 4 priorities for action to guide multi-hazard disaster risk management. The document also discusses how disaster risk reduction is linked to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
The Multidimensional Model for HIV/AIDS prevention and control proposes a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach involving the biomedical, public health, and development communities. It recognizes that HIV/AIDS is not just a health issue but also a socioeconomic development problem that threatens global progress. The model aims to guide more effective national, regional, and international efforts against HIV/AIDS by addressing individual, community, and structural factors.
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Regional Review Conference on the Geneva Declaration on Armed Violence and Development
Nairobi, Kenya | 26-27 November 2014
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Session on "The Role of National Action Plans on Women, Peace and Security in Preventing and Reducing Armed Violence"
Regional Review Conference on the Geneva Declaration on Armed Violence and Development
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Regional Review Conference on the Geneva Declaration on Armed Violence and Development
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Regional Review Conference on the Geneva Declaration on Armed Violence and Development
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Nairobi, Kenya | 26-27 November 2014
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"la violence urbaine et le rôle des villes dans la réduction et la prévention de la violence armée"
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2. TODAY’S TALK
The Geneva Declaration on Armed
Violence and Development;
The GD Handbook: general remarks
The GD Handbook: main areas of
implementation
3. THE GENEVA DECLARATION AND ITS AIM
Geneva Declaration
The GD is a diplomatic initiative with
the aim to achieve “measurable
reductions in the global burden of
armed violence and tangible
improvements in human security by
2015”
Launched in 2006. As of today, 112 states have
endorsed the Geneva Declaration
4. KEY GD COMMITMENTS
Stem the proliferation, illegal trafficking and misuse of small
arms and light weapons and ammunition;
Foster effective and accountable public security
institutions;
Promote a comprehensive approach to armed violence
reduction issues, recognizing the different situations, needs
and resources of men and women, boys and girls;
Ensure that armed violence prevention and reduction
initiatives target specific risk factors and groups, and are
linked to programmes providing non-violent alternative
livelihoods for individuals and communities.
Monitor and measure the scope, scale and distribution of
armed violence at national and sub‐national levels, and
establish national armed violence monitoring and reporting
mechanisms;
5. TODAY’S TALK
The Geneva Declaration on Armed
Violence and Development;
The GD Handbook
The GD Handbook: Main action areas
6. WHO
WHAT
HOW
To support government officials
and other interested parties;
To help states translate
commitments into national and
local approaches;
By offering a flexible and wide
range of suggestions, options
and resources to adapt
according to local context.
WHY THIS HANDBOOK?
7. GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Many entry points for action;
Adapt to local knowledge and context;
Be inclusive, adopt an integrated
approach; consider multiple dimensions;
Connect, complement, build on what is
there;
Follow the evidence; build on knowledge
Address nexus between development
and armed violence;
8. MAIN ACTION AREAS FOR
IMPLEMENTATION
Understanding the context
Developing legal and policy frameworks, strategies,
and institutional capacities
Developing and implementing integrated AVRP
programmes
Monitoring and evaluating AVRP policies and
programmes
Fulfilling international commitments to prevent and
reduce armed violence
Increasing the effectiveness of partnerships and
international assistance
9. TODAY’S TALK
The Geneva Declaration on Armed
Violence and Development;
The GD Handbook
The GD Handbook: Main action areas
10. UNDERSTANDING THE CONTEXT
Understand the nature of armed violence by assessing
the causes and risk factors inherent in a given setting.
Use data to inform policy and programmatic responses
and to establish benchmarks against which to monitor their
effectiveness.
Develop common measurement systems (with common
indicators and methods)
Conduct assessments of the capacities and deficits of
institutions that have a key role in preventing and reducing
armed violence..
Consider preparing a national report on armed violence.
Establish a mechanism to coordinate national AVRP
efforts and set up a National Focal Point (NFP )
11. DEVELOPING LEGAL AND POLICY
FRAMEWORKS, STRATEGIES, AND
INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITIES
Establish a conducive legal and policy framework, on issues
such as public or citizen security, violence prevention, national
security, criminal justice, small arms control, border
management, gender-based violence (GBV), and the rights of
and support for victims.
Develop, finance and implement national strategies or plans
of action to reduce and prevent armed violence and to address
the key risk factors that foster it.
Strengthen the institutional capacities of government and
CSOs in violence prevention and reduction
Give special focus to municipal and district-level government
institutions and to community-based organizations (CBOs) that
are close to the people affected by violence.
12. DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING
INTEGRATED AVRP PROGRAMMES
Draw on the evidence base of good or promising practices
Develop direct programmes to address the instruments, actors,
and institutional environments that protect against armed violence.
Emphasize indirect programmes designed to address the risk
factors of armed violence
Combine ‘direct’ and ‘indirect’ approaches
Promote cross-sector programmes that bring together a range
of strategies to reduce and prevent violence
Consider broader development programmes that produce
favourable outcomes
Integrate into policy and programme development initiatives that
recognize and protect the rights of victims and survivors of
armed violence and provide for their needs.
13. FULFILLING INTERNATIONAL
COMMITMENTS TO PREVENT AND
REDUCE ARMED VIOLENCE
Encourage governments to implement and
comply with existing international and regional
agreements and commitments related to small arms
and light weapons (SALW), people affected by armed
violence and associated risk factors, human
rights,corruption, and drugs.
Support new international or regional conventions
or agreements which present additional opportunities
to address factors that contribute to armed violence.
14. MONITORING AND EVALUATING AVRP
POLICIES AND PROGRAMMES
Invest in strengthening national monitoring
and evaluation (M&E) capacities, including
national and local systems for data collection
and analysis and ensuring that these systems
feed into an integrated response and prevention
mechanism.
Share the findings of evaluations and
experiences with other signatory states in order
to contribute to the evidence base of what is
deemed successful.
15. INCREASING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF
PARTNERSHIPS AND INTERNATIONAL
ASSISTANCE
Establish effective partnerships with relevant stakeholders
Promote South–South and triangular cooperation
Invest in AVRP through international donors seeking to
strengthen government ownership and capacity in reducing
and preventing armed violence;
Provide long-term strategic support through
partnerships with international aid agencies and combine it
with short-term interventions and funding
Document and disseminate information about efforts that
encourage collaboration among similar partnerships in other
countries.
The Geneva Declaration is a political instrument based on a set of principles developed in 2006 and at the occasion of the 2nd Ministerial Review Conference held at the end of 2011.
The slide highlighs some of the main GD committments. As you can see, the GD recognizes the importance of
We are talking about ‘armed violence’, so the importance of controlling the proliferation of illegal SALW
The role of security and justice institutions
Work on the risk factors related to violence
Being able to measure the problem but also the effectiveness of solutions
The need for a comprehensive approach to risks and manifestations of armed violence
The Handbook answers a need expressed by several parties who had questions like: «What does it mean in more concrete terms developing an armed violence reduction and rprevention approach?» and « How do we know that we are implementing the Geneva Declaration?»
The Handbook provides government officials and other interested parties with hopefully clear, user-friendly suggestions on how to implement the commitments contained in the Geneva Declaration on Armed Violence and Development, the subsequent Outcome Documents of the 2008 and 2011 Review
Conferences, and the Oslo Commitments on Armed Violence agreed at the 2010 Oslo Conference on Armed Violence.
-There are multiple options and entry points for action – the process is not linear. You can start anywhere and at any level, locally or nationally, in one sector or across many, with collecting data, a demonstration program or building institutional awareness; action in one area will stimulate and support understanding and further action in another.
-You know best: The GD Guide is intended as a reference guide and a toolbox – you are best positioned to understand the problem of armed violence in your context and to determine the existing capacity and readiness for and suitability of different types of action; this Guide is meant to provide useful suggestions, examples and resources that can be adapted to your environment.
-Be inclusive, adopt an integrated approach: Stimulate broad participation and partnerships – armed violence prevention is by nature multi-sectoral, multi-disciplined, multi-level and mutli-dimensional, requiring participation and partnerships across various government ministries and departments and with non-state actors including civil society, academic institutions, the private sector and with communities; policy advocacy, partnerships and programs in armed violence prevention can originate from any of these areas or actors.
-Connect, complement, build on what is there– use what is already in place and being done as building blocks to increase the effectiveness of your resources, partnerships and interventions.
-Follow the evidence: Measure and monitor the incidence and nature of armed violence, and evaluate the ongoing programs and initiatives to prevent and reduce it; this is not to assign judgment on success or failure, but to help you learn what works so that you can share results with others facing similar challenges and learn from one another.
The Handbook is built around 6 major areas for implementation
Understand the nature of armed violence by making a thorough assessment of the underlying causes and risk factors inherent in a given setting.
A better understanding of the incidence and impact of armed violence can be gained through existing data collection, mapping, and analysis systems.
Use data to inform policy and programmatic responses and to establish benchmarks against which to monitor their long-term effectiveness.
Develop common measurement systems (with common indicators and methods) to make it easier to compare data, thereby enabling a better understanding of what works best in a given context.
Conduct assessments of the capacities and deficits of institutions that have a key role in preventing and reducing armed violence, especially public security, justice, social and development planning institutions, as well as civil society organizations (CSOs), to better inform strategies for institutional capacity-building and so lead to a more effective response.
Consider preparing a national report on armed violence aimed at raising national awareness about armed violence and describing suitable capacities and strategies to respond to it.
Establish a mechanism to coordinate national AVRP efforts in order to enable intragovernmental coordination and set up a National Focal Point (NFP ) within government to act as an information and coordination resource
Establish a conducive legal and policy framework, including the development and
implementation of laws and policies on issues such as public or citizen security,
violence prevention, national security, criminal justice, small arms control, border
management, gender-based violence (GBV), and the rights of and support for victims.
Develop national strategies or plans of action, including development plans and programmes
to reduce and prevent armed violence and to address the key risk factors that foster it.
Strengthen the institutional capacities of government and CSOs in violence prevention
and reduction in ways that foster trust and confidence between governments and
citizens.
Give special focus to municipal and district-level government institutions and to community-
based organizations (CBOs) that are close to the people affected by violence.
Draw on the evidence base of best or promising practices and effective programming.
Develop direct programmes to address the instruments (e.g. arms collection), actors
(e.g. demobilization of armed groups), and institutional environments that protect
against armed violence (e.g. reform of law-enforcement agencies and peace-building
initiatives).
Emphasize indirect programmes designed to address the risk factors that give rise to
armed violence (e.g. programmes or interventions aimed at youths, the comprehensive
rule of law, public education, and urban renewal).
Combine ‘direct’ and ‘indirect’ approaches to address both the symptoms and the
broader factors that give rise to armed violence.
Promote cross-sector programmes that bring together a range of strategies to reduce
and prevent violence (such as crime prevention, rule of law, justice, public health,
urban planning and design, conflict prevention, and peace-building).
Consider broader development programmes in which AVRP is not the key objective,
but which produce favourable outcomes (e.g. programmes supporting education,
health, and economic well-being).
Integrate into policy and programme development initiatives that recognize and protect
the rights of victims and survivors of armed violence and provide for their needs.
Encourage governments to implement and comply with existing international and
regional agreements and commitments related to small arms and light weapons
(SALW), people affected by armed violence and associated risk factors, human rights,
corruption, and drugs.
Support new international or regional conventions or agreements which present additional
opportunities to address factors that contribute to armed violence.
Invest in strengthening national monitoring and evaluation (M&E) capacities, including
national and local systems for data collection and analysis and ensuring that these
systems feed into an integrated response and prevention mechanism.
Share the findings of evaluations and experiences with other signatory states in order
to contribute to the evidence base of what is deemed successful.
Establish effective partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders, such as CSOs, private sector, donor agencies, and international organizations.
Promote South–South and triangular cooperation and initiatives that encourage countries facing similar capacity constraints as a means of sharing their experiences.
Invest in AVRP through international donors seeking to strengthen government ownership and capacity in reducing and preventing armed violence; and drawing, as necessary, on the comparative strengths of other relevant partners (e.g. CSOs, international organizations, the UN and its specialized agencies, and the private sector).
Provide long-term strategic support through partnerships with international aid agencies and combine it with short-term interventions and funding aligned with the sub-national development and security plans and programmes of affected states.
Document and disseminate information about efforts that encourage collaboration among similar partnerships in other countries.