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Recording | State of Practice: The Evolution of Security Risk Management in the Humanitarian Space Launch Event (Washington,D.C.)

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7 March 2024
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Recording | State of Practice: The Evolution of Security Risk Management in the Humanitarian Space Launch Event (Washington,D.C.)

On 21 February, GISF and Humanitarian Outcomes hosted an in-person launch of this new global report, assessing the current state of practice in humanitarian security risk management.

Participants heard from one of the lead authors of this pivotal report documenting recent developments, challenges, gaps, and highlighting good practices. Attendees also had an opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and foster meaningful discussions around this critical topic.

A broad audience of humanitarian practitioners, policymakers, and humanitarian SRM professionals were welcome.

Please find the recording from this event below: 

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