This week in Oslo, Geneva Call’s DG, Alain Délétroz, met Norwegian Refugee Council’s Secretary General, Jan Egeland, to renew the partnership between the two organisations, boost operational responses and strengthen civilian protection in conflict zones. @nrc-global.bsky.social @sg-nrc.bsky.social

305M people need humanitarian aid today, including 204M living under armed groups. On #HumanRightsDay, Geneva Call marked its 25th anniversary in Brussels with a high-level panel on engaging armed actors to protect civilians. Key message: talking to AGDAs isn’t optional - it saves lives.

Thank you to our donors and partners who joined us in Geneva for our Annual Conference. Despite growing challenges to humanitarian action, your support enables us to continue engaging AGDAs worldwide and protecting civilians on both sides of frontlines.

Attacks against children, women or health care can never be weapon of war – Julia Monar and Alain Deletroz discussed Geneva Call's vital work on the frontlines of conflict to ensure non-state armed groups comply with humanitarian norms.

From rebuilding trust between Yazidi and Sunni Arab communities to fostering dialogue with armed groups, Pishkafti Shokri @genevacall.org, reminds us that peace cannot be built in echo chambers, it begins when we invite everyone to the table. #PeaceTalksGPW bit.ly/49TXgig @genevacall.org

This week's Implementation Dialogue centred on how the EU can strengthen its role in peace and security amid changing conflicts. Geneva Call’s Daud Hirmoge contributed perspectives from Yemen, highlighting the positive impact of engagement with AGDAs. 👉 bit.ly/3WwpNCJ

📣 Geneva Call at #EUCoP2025! Join our panel “Community Voices for Civilian Protection in #Yemen” — 27 Oct, 14:15–15:45. Explore how local dialogue & humanitarian engagement protect civilians and strengthen peacebuilding ecosystems. @petermwagner.bsky.social www.eupeacemediation.info

Geneva Call’s Pishkafti Shokri joined a #GenevaPeaceWeek panel on IHL & Humanitarian Action for Peace, sharing insights from Iraq on engaging armed groups & communities to protect civilians. Dialogue is key. @gpplatform.ch

📢 Call for proposals! Geneva Call is seeking vendors for: 🎨 Graphic Design Services 🖨️ Printing Services Join us in supporting our mission to protect civilians in conflict zones. 🔗 Learn more & access the RFPs: genevacall.org/tenders/ #RFP #Procurement #Design #Printing

Register now to join the conversation and hear insights from Pishkafti Shokri, Geneva Call's Head of Programme in Iraq. 👉 genevapeaceweek.ch/en/register-1 #GenevaPeaceWeek #PeaceTalks

We look forward to this panel discussion! Don’t miss the chance to hear our Head of Programme, Pishkafti Shokri, share insights from Geneva Call’s work in Iraq. Register now 👉 www.genevapeaceweek.ch/en/programme... #GenevaPeaceWeek

Register now 👇 Our Head of Programme in Iraq, Pishkafti Shokri, will speak at the 2025 PeaceTalks event at 5pm on the 15th, and will also participate in a panel on "IHL and Humanitarian Action for Peace: Protecting People, Building Futures" at 1pm on the 16th. #GPW25

Geneva Call's Alain Délétroz met with MEP and @europarl.europa.eu DEVE Committee coordinator @charlesgoerens.bsky.social. Discussions centred on Ukraine, the Sahel & growing attacks on #IHL. Upholding IHL is vital to protect civilians & maintain a minimum of humanity in times of conflict.

We thank @masz.bsky.social, Chair of the @europarl.europa.eu Security and Defence Committee, Nicolás Pascual de la Parte, @poznaks.bsky.social and Marc Botenga for meeting with Geneva Call’s DG Alain Délétroz, to discuss the growing global challenge of civilians living under the control of AGDAs.

📢 We were happy to contribute with an article on a critical challenge in humanitarian action — misinformation and disinformation in conflict settings. Our piece draws on field experience with armed groups and de facto authorities and explores proactive, responsive and precautionary strategies.

We’re excited to welcome Carine Prestat as our new Director of Funding & Support Services. With 20+ years in the humanitarian sector, Carine brings deep expertise in governance, finance, HR & partnerships to strengthen Geneva Call’s mission of protecting civilians in armed conflicts. bit.ly/3IKVYen

Hunger, floods, disease, and underfunding are pushing millions to the brink. Humanitarian organisations, including many VOICE members, have signed a joint statement at the UN GA urging world leaders not to overlook Yemen’s worsening humanitarian crisis. 👉 Read the full statement: bit.ly/3WbvIwB

As Geneva Call marks its 25th anniversary, we join the international community in welcoming the renewed global calls issued during the 2025 United Nations General Assembly to uphold international humanitarian law (IHL) and protect civilians in armed conflicts. www.genevacall.org/news/geneva-...

📢 Launching on 9 September — International Day to #ProtectEducationFromAttack: Geneva Call, in collaboration with Art to Face, unveils a new educational resource on protecting children and schools in Yemen. www.genevacall.org/news/from-st...

À l’heure où l’Appel de Genève marque ses 25 ans, notre DG Alain Délétroz alerte sur la mise en péril du droit international humanitaire et ses conséquences sur le discours des groupes armés. www.swissinfo.ch/fre/l%27appe...

Last night, we had the honour of marking a key milestone for the organization: 25 years of Geneva Call’s commitment to protecting civilians in armed conflict. #ProtectCivilians #IHL www.genevacall.org/news/geneva-...

🎙️ À l’occasion du 25e anniversaire de l’organisation, Alain Délétroz revient sur les grands enjeux de la protection des civils en zones de guerre, ainsi que sur le travail mené auprès des groupes armés. #ProtectionDesCivils #DroitInternationalHumanitaire www.lemanbleu.ch/fr/Actualite...

On this #WorldHumanitarianDay, we demand action for humanitarians. We condemn the failure to protect them and those they serve. We remember those we’ve lost and say: end impunity. #ActforHumanity

The normalization of violence against humanitarian workers and lack of accountability must end. Humanitarian personnel, assets and space to operate must be protected. Attacks on them must stop.

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we honour those who protect humanity, and those we've lost. In conflicts around the world, civilians suffer. Aid workers are attacked. International Humanitarian Law is ignored. Accountability is urgent. #ActForHumanity www.genevacall.org/news/not-jus...

On #WorldHumanitarianDay on 19 August, we honour humanitarian workers everywhere, commemorate those we have lost to increasing violence, and rally support for people affected by crises around the world.

Geneva Call’s DG Alain Délétroz visited #Sudan last week, where civilians continue to suffer amid ongoing violence. Encouragingly, nearly 10 AGDAs are integrating #IHL into their practices. We aim to expand our impact both thematically and geographically.

A productive week of engagement with key partners from the EU institutions and diplomatic missions included a meeting with DG ECHO Deputy Director-General Hans Das. Discussions focused on pressing challenges in Sudan, the Sahel, DRC, and Syria. @eplo-network.bsky.social @voiceeu.bsky.social #IHL

🌍 DG Alain Délétroz met with Mr. Olof Skoog on Wednesday to discuss humanitarian action in Ukraine, the Sahel, DRC & Sudan. We're grateful for the @eudiplomacy.bsky.social’s strong support for our mission to protect civilians through #IHL & dialogue. @voiceeu.bsky.social @eplo-network.bsky.social

🌍 Grateful for the continued support of the EU Commission's Service for Foreign Policy Instruments in advancing our mission to protect civilians through #IHL training. Our DG Alain Délétroz met with Director @petermwagner.bsky.social to discuss our work in Syria, Sudan, Iraq, Ukraine and the Sahel.

🌍 Geneva Call is proud to join @voiceeu.bsky.social‬, a leading network of 85+ humanitarian NGOs. Together, we’ll strengthen advocacy at the EU level, protect civilians, and advance principled humanitarian action. #HumanitarianAction #EUAdvocacy #ProtectCivilians

Geneva Call seeks a U.S.-based advocacy consultant (~20 days, Aug–Sept 2025) to support events & meetings on civilian protection during UNGA High-Level Week. 🔹 NYC presence needed in Sept 🔹 5–7 yrs in advocacy/diplomacy + UNGA experience 🔹 Registered in the U.S. 🔗 lnkd.in/d2XbqxE5

🚨 We're hiring a Safety & Security Officer in Goma to support the country management team, staff safety, and emergency preparedness. 🛡️ Key: risk assessments, security compliance, emergency prep, training 🌍 Req: 3+ yrs INGO exp, fluent EN/FR, strong DRC context knowledge 🔗 lnkd.in/d2XbqxE5

🌍 From Colombia to Myanmar, Ukraine to Yemen—Geneva Call works to protect civilians in the world’s toughest conflicts. Despite the challenges, we remain committed to dialogue, humanitarian norms, and protecting those most at risk. 📖 Explore the impact in our 2024 Annual Report → bit.ly/3TfcYuL

🚨 362 million people needed humanitarian aid in 2024. It was also the deadliest year for aid workers. At Geneva Call, we’re engaging AGDAs to protect aid workers and ensure access. Read more in our 2024 Annual Report: bit.ly/3TfcYuL #HumanitarianAccess #IHL #GenevaCall

In #Myanmar, Geneva Call sustained engagement with armed groups that had signed Deeds of Commitment and helped translate commitments into action, leading to the integration of key IHL principles into Codes of Conduct. 📘 Read how change happens in our 2024 Annual Report → bit.ly/3TfcYuL

In Ukraine, Geneva Call used training, social media, and field research to engage the widest set of fighters — adapting IHL tools to real frontline challenges. Read more in our 2024 Annual Report: bit.ly/3TfcYuL #IHL #Ukraine #GenevaCall #HumanitarianProtection

In South Sudan, Geneva Call supported conflict-affected communities by equipping civil society and armed actors with tools to prevent harm and uphold humanitarian principles. Read our 2024 Annual Report to learn more 👉 bit.ly/3TfcYuL

📘 Read our 2024 Annual Report and find out how sustained engagement opened doors in Iraq → bit.ly/3TfcYuL #Iraq #HumanitarianAccess #IDPs

🔓 In the DRC, Geneva Call’s work with AGDAs last year reduced protection risks & improved humanitarian access. 📊 2,800+ people were also trained on humanitarian norms—shifting attitudes & behaviors. 📘 Discover more in our 2024 Annual Report: bit.ly/3TfcYuL #ImpactWeek #DRC #ChildProtection

📜The Assad regime's collapse in December 2024 underscored the impact of Geneva Call’s decade-long work with armed groups in #Syria. ✅Key gains: a UN plan to end child recruitment & the scrapping of discriminatory rules for women & displaced people. 📘Read more → bit.ly/3TfcYuL

In 2024, the #Colombia conflict escalated as AGDAs expanded control. Geneva Call trained leaders in 32 communities to protect civilians & engage armed actors. Results: fewer child recruits, less landmine use. Learn more in our 2024 Annual Report, which is now out 👉 genevacall.org/news/geneva-...

🌍 Geneva Call protects civilians in conflict by engaging armed groups & de facto authorities in the world’s toughest places from Colombia to Syria, Myanmar to DRC. 🕊️ This #ImpactWeek, see how dialogue drives change. 📘 Read our Annual Report: genevacall.org/news/geneva-...

Geneva Call at #PoCWeek2025 : Proud to co-sponsor a discussion on multi-level humanitarian dialogue for civilian protection, and to join a UN SC Arria-formula meeting on protecting water in conflict. Protection starts with dialogue. More 👉 bit.ly/3H7utdE

🌍 With 305M+ in urgent need, the world faces a major humanitarian crisis. At #EHF2025, Geneva Call joined key actors to drive solutions. DG Alain Délétroz met Denmark’s Sec. of State Elsebeth Søndergaard Krone for discussions focused on the #Sahel region.

This Tuesday, Geneva Call will contribute to two major discussions at #PoCWeek2025 aimed at strengthening protection for civilians in armed conflict, exploring how practical tools can help safeguard civilians in conflict environments. Program description: www.unocha.org/events/prote...

🔹Protecting Civilians Is a Shared Responsibility Geneva Call is pleased to participate in the 2025 Protection of Civilians Week in New York, to discuss how to reinforce civilian protection efforts in armed conflicts worldwide. Click here to learn more: unocha.org/events/prote...

Geneva Call DG Alain Délétroz and Director of Operations Atif Hameed addressed the @europarl.europa.eu on Wednesday, calling for stronger respect for #IHL & #IHRL in today’s complex conflicts. Watch a recording of the event here 👉 bit.ly/4meQYNQ

📢 Geneva Call’s policy on engaging AGDAs is now on @voiceeu.bsky.social, the European humanitarian NGO network’s website. 🔗 voiceeu.org/publications... 🎙️ Don’t miss our speakers at the @europarl.europa.eu tomorrow! 🕙 14 May, 10:00–12:30 CET 📍 Streaming via bit.ly/42LpFTM #EUP4IHL

🔴 As #IHL violations rise, upholding humanitarian norms and principles is more urgent than ever. Join us to hear how we engage armed groups and de facto authorities to protect civilians. 🗓️14 May at 10:00 CET | European Parliament - Public Hearing 👉 bit.ly/42LpFTM @europarl.europa.eu