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CIVIC envisions a world where every civilian is protected from the harms of conflict. CIVIC's staff list: https://nitter.cf/t.co/gL6jrffZLb

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Behind every statistic of war is a human story. Here’s why #CIVIC exists. We work to make the protection of civilians a standard in every conflict. From local communities to global policy platforms, we stand with civilians caught in conflict. #CivilianProtection #IHL #Conflict
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CIVIC launched its Coastal West Africa program to prevent and respond to conflict-related harm. Placing communities at the center, we support residents in building the skills to identify and advocate for their own protection. 👉Discover our impact shorturl.at/WcinH
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📢 Yesterday, CIVIC and partners launched new research on gender, intersectionality, and the protection of civilians. ➡️ The message was clear: effective protection starts with listening to communities and ensuring they can shape the decisions affecting their safety.
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Voting is now open! Our community will welcome different types of supporters, from governance and partnerships to innovation and knowledge-sharing. Help decide which community identities will shape CIVIC’s future engagement opportunities. @mariostephan75 @jmclarty
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At our panel at the #GenevaPeaceForum, we asked our speakers: what are the must-haves for civilian protection today? Their reflections point to the actions and partnerships needed to strengthen civilian protection today. 🎥 Watch their insights.
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What is needed to better protect civilians in an ever-evolving conflict? At #CIVIC’s 7th International Conference in #Kyiv, Ukrainian and international partners came together to share lessons, strengthen cooperation, and turn local experience into practical action. #Ukraine
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Every vote helps determine what comes next. 24 hours to go to vote on the first two proposals. Cast your vote today! Don't miss the opportunity to contribute to decisions that will help guide future action.
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📣 “I am a mother of two, and I am bearing the responsibility to provide basic needs for my family. Obtaining basic daily necessities has become exhausting.” 👇This a testimony from a civilian in #Taiz, #Yemen, a key front as fighting continues to escalate across the country.
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Last week at the Geneva Peace Forum, CIVIC joined Fight for Humanity, the University of Glasgow, and the Beyond Compliance Consortium to workshop BEYOND, an innovative training tool in development that puts participants in the shoes of civilians living through armed conflict.
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Key takeaways: • Protection is never one-size-fits-all. • Children face distinct risks in conflict. • Training tools are only as strong as the realities they reflect. Participants shared feedback that will directly shape how BEYOND is used in training.
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"The protection landscape has significantly changed in Ukraine, and the main factor is the increased frequency and the variety of drones and other types of explosive weapons in populated areas that are being used”. @OmarAbenza CIVIC Chief Programs Officer. 📽️ Watch the Video👇
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A few words from the bottom of my heart as we fear the worst and hope for the best #Yemen
"The communities we work with in #Taiz have told us that they are consumed with worry as food, medicine, and fuel is running out." — @DinaDena00, CIVIC's Country Director in #Yemen 👉 Read the full joint statement: shorturl.at/ioIJx
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"The communities we work with in #Taiz have told us that they are consumed with worry as food, medicine, and fuel is running out." — @DinaDena00, CIVIC's Country Director in #Yemen 👉 Read the full joint statement: shorturl.at/ioIJx
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La protection des civils est une priorité dans tout conflit armé. À la 7e Conférence internationale de @CivCenter à Kyiv, l’ambassadrice Mawhinney a souligné l’importance de protéger les civils et de soutenir les communautés touchées par la guerre de la Russie contre l’Ukraine.
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At the Geneva Peace Forum, CIVIC brought experts together to explore how peace processes can better protect civilians and strengthen collaboration between humanitarian and peacebuilding actors. 📣 Stay tuned for key insights!
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