Our July edition of #R2P in Focus is out! Highlights of this month's issue include: 🗣️ Evans-Sahnoun Lecture on #R2P 🇺🇳 UN General Assembly #R2PDebate ‼️ Updated Country Analysis 🌐 Atrocity Prevention and Digital Technologies 🎙️ Expert Voices podcast Read here ⬇️ gcr2p.cmail20.com/t/j-e-ydudkd...

The 2026 #UNGA debate on #R2Pdebate saw 50 member states and 2 regional organizations speak on behalf of 89 countries, reaffirming the commitment to prevent mass atrocities amid growing global challenges. Read our summary of key themes and trends: ⬇️ www.globalr2p.org/publications...

Summary of the 2026 UN General Assembly Plenary Meeting on the Responsibility to Protect - Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect

The UN General Assembly held a plenary meeting on the “Responsibility to Protect (R2P) and the prevention of genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity” on 6 July as part of th...

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Check out the full recording of the 2026 Evans-Sahnoun Lecture on #R2P, now available! This year's lecture feat. a keynote by Richard Gowan of @crisisgroup.org on the future of UN conflict prevention, mediation & diplomacy, followed by a panel discussion. Watch: www.globalr2p.org/resources/ev...

Evans-Sahnoun Lecture on the Responsibility to Protect, 2026 - Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect

 On 9 July the Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect joined the Permanent Mission of Ireland to the UN in New York in hosting the 2026 Evans-Sahnoun Lecture on the Responsibility to Protect...

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In this week' issue of #AtrocityAlert: 🔺 Israel intensifies attacks on Gaza amid so-called ceasefire 🔺 Deadly Kenscoff attacks highlight Haiti’s deepening protection crisis 🔺 Outcomes of the UN Human Rights Council’s 62nd session Full issue: bit.ly/4fdPMsO

🆕🎙️ In this month's episode of #EVAPpodcast our @jdstreitfeld.bsky.social sat down with @maitelsadany.bsky.social, Executive Director of @timep.bsky.social to discuss the escalating crisis in Lebanon and its implications for civilian protection and international law. soundcloud.com/evappodcast

Expert Voices on Atrocity Prevention

Expert Voices on Atrocity Prevention is a podcast by the Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect. The podcast, hosted by Global Centre Deputy Executive Director Jaclyn Streitfeld-Hall, feature

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🆕 Check out our updated analysis examining populations at risk of atrocities in the following crises: Afghanistan, Central Sahel, China, DRC, Ethiopia, Haiti, Iran, Israel & OPT, Lebanon, Myanmar (Burma), South Sudan, Sudan, Ukraine, Venezuela & more ⬇️ www.globalr2p.org/publications...

Populations at Risk, July 2026 - Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect

Our country analysis applies an atrocity prevention lens to situations where populations are experiencing, or are at risk of, genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity or ethnic cleansing. For eac...

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🕯️ Today #WeRemember the victims and survivors of the #SrebrenicaGenocide. Honoring their memory compels us to ensure the effective prevention of genocide and other mass atrocities through early action, accountability and the political will to protect populations at risk.

Yesterday we were honored to join the Permanent Mission of Ireland in hosting the 2026 Evans-Sahnoun Lecture on #R2P. Richard Gowan's keynote on the future of UN conflict prevention was followed by a discussion on strengthening diplomacy, mediation & the UN's prevention agenda.

In this issue of #AtrocityAlert: 🔺 Growing risk of atrocities amid escalating conflict in #ElObeid, #Sudan 🔺 New framework between #Israel, #US and #Lebanon raises justice concerns 🔺Catastrophic earthquakes deepen #Venezuela's multidimensional crisis Full issue: bit.ly/4p7XM1I

On Monday the #UNGA held its annual #R2Pdebate. During the debate 50 states & 2 regional orgs (EU & IGAD) spoke on behalf of 89 states. See our website for a short summary, recordings of the debate & more. Keep an eye on this space for a deeper analysis to come. www.globalr2p.org/resources/un...

UN General Assembly Debate on the Responsibility to Protect, 2026 - Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect

The UN General Assembly held a plenary meeting on the “Responsibility to Protect (R2P) and the prevention of genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity” on 6 July as part of th...

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LIVE: UN member states will convene for the annual UN General Assembly debate on #R2P! The debate provides an important opportunity for statesto reaffirm their commitment to preventing atrocities, while reflecting on current challenges in protecting populations. ⬇️ webtv.un.org/en/asset/k10...

General Assembly: 97th plenary meeting, 80th session

General Assembly: 97th plenary meeting, 80th session.

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On 6 July UN member states will convene for the #UNGA #R2Pdebate. Catch the debate live on UN Web TV at 10 AM! Check out our summary of this year's UN Secretary-General's report on R2P to be discussed during the debate ➡️ www.globalr2p.org/publications...

In this week's issue of #AtrocityAlert: 🔺UN conclude targeting of #Palestinian children amounts to genocide & o/ atrocities 🔺 UN reports civilian casualties in #Ukraine reach highest level since April 2022 🔺 Widespread sexual violence used as a tactic of war across #Sudan Read: bit.ly/4ghmc6y

Our June edition of #R2P in Focus is out! This month's issue covers: 📄 Summaries on 🇸🇩 and 🇨🇩 🇺🇳 Group of Friends of #R2P meeting 🇺🇳 2026 UN SG report on #R2P 🇪🇹 Ethiopia 🎙️ Expert Voices podcast 🗳️ 2027–28 UNSC elections & more. Read here ⬇️ gcr2p.cmail20.com/t/j-e-ydkiba...

🇱🇰 Impunity for torture and other ill-treatment in Sri Lanka has persisted for decades. We joined over 50 other orgs. in urging states party to the Convention Against Torture to take action and ensure accountability for victims and survivors. Read the joint statement: bit.ly/3SqMp90

Joint Civil Society Statement on Holding Sri Lanka Accountable for Violations of the Convention against Torture and Other Ill-Treatment - Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect

We, the undersigned civil society organizations, respectfully urge States Parties to the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (Convention against To...

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🆕 🎙️ In our latest episode of #EVAPpodcast, our @jdstreitfeld.bsky.social sat down with Chaloka Beyani, UN Secretary-General's Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide. 🎧 ⬇️ on.soundcloud.com/q6y5JyJPeoaT...

Episode 56: Chaloka Beyani

In this episode we sat down with Chaloka Beyani, the Special Adviser of the UN Secretary-General on the Prevention of Genocide. During the episode, Special Adviser Beyani explores the role of the UN O

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🚨 The risk of further atrocities in El Obeid & North Kordofan is imminent. We've joined 80+ orgs urging the #HRC to convene an urgent debate at #HRC62 or a Special Session on #Sudan. States must act now to prevent further atrocities & protect civilians. www.globalr2p.org/publications...

Sudan: the Human Rights Council should urgently address the situation in and around El Obeid, North Kordofan, and take bold steps towards atrocity prevention and accountability - Global Centre for the...

To Permanent Representatives of Member and Observer States of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council (Geneva, Switzerland) 26 June 2026 Sudan: the Human Rights Council should urgently address th...

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In this issue of #AtrocityAlert: 🔺 UN expert warns of ongoing atrocities in #Eritrea 🔺 Landmark SCC trial advances accountability amid ongoing insecurity in #CARcrisis 🔺 Record violations against children as state actors emerge as main perpetrators #CAAC Full issue: bit.ly/4erXYoX

In this issue of #AtrocityAlert: 🔺 Escalating drone strikes exacerbate civilian casualties in El Obeid, #Sudan 🔺 #UNAMA's mandate renewed as civilian protection risks deepen in #Afghanistan 🔺 Civilians in #Nigeria’s #Zamfara State face intensifying banditry violence Full issue: bit.ly/4fRRSPH

🇪🇹 #Oromia remains one of #Ethiopia’s most overlooked crises. In a discussion today with OLLAA & Dr. Sarah Vaughan, we examined ongoing human rights violations, challenges in documentation & the urgent need for greater int'l attention, monitoring & accountability. www.globalr2p.org/resources/di...

Discussion on the human rights situation in Oromia with OLLAA and Dr. Sarah Vaughan - Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect

On 15 June the Oromo Legacy, Leadership and Advocacy Association (OLLAA) and the Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect held a discussion on the human rights situation in Oromia, Ethiopia fol...

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🚨 AI is rapidly transforming warfare, but life-&-death decisions must never be delegated to algorithms. We've joined Access Now, @amnesty.org & 200+ CSOs calling for meaningful human control over the use of force & stronger civilian protections. More: www.accessnow.org/press-releas...

AI-accelerated warfare must stop - Access Now

As AI-accelerated warfare is rapidly becoming a means of rubber-stamping killing at unprecedented speed and scale, Access Now, Amnesty International, and more than 200 civil society organizations and ...

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🗣️The UN Human Rights Council was created to help prevent and respond to atrocity crimes. Twenty years on, how can its mechanisms drive stronger protection outcomes in ongoing crises? See the summary of our May consultations on #Sudan and #DRC for recommendations: www.globalr2p.org/resources/un...

Understanding and maximizing the impact of the UN human rights pillar in protracted atrocity crises - Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect

As the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) marks its twentieth anniversary, the multilateral protection architecture faces growing political, institutional and financial pressures. Established to strengthen...

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🇪🇹 🇪🇹 Join us for this important event on ongoing human rights crises facing civilians in Ethiopia on the sidelines of #HRC62. Sign up to receive the virtual link to attend once it become available here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

In this week's issue of #AtrocityAlert: 🔺 Israel moves to deepen occupation of the #WestBank as settler violence increases 🔺 Political tensions trigger armed clashes in #Somalia 🔺 New judicial units in #Haiti must ensure genuine justice for victims Full issue: www.globalr2p.org/publications...

Join us for this virtual discussion in the human rights situation in #Oromia #Ethiopia upon the release of the OLLAA's recent annual report on the crisis in the region. 📅 15 June ⏰ 9 AM EDT | 3 PM CEST | 4 PM EAT More info & registration 🔗 gcr2p.cmail19.com/t/j-e-ydkytk...

🆕🇺🇳 The UN Secretary-General's 2026 #R2P report warns that atrocity crimes are increasing despite stronger prevention tools & greater awareness of atrocity risks. We've prepared a summary of the report ⬇️ www.globalr2p.org/publications...

Summary of the UN Secretary-General’s 2026 Report on R2P, Sustained implementation of the responsibility to protect at the national, regional and multilateral levels - Global Centre for the Responsibi...

The UN Secretary-General issued the 18th report on the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) titled “Sustained implementation of the responsibility to protect at the national, regional and multilateral leve...

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Today the #UNGA elected 5 states: 🇦🇹🇵🇹🇰🇬🇹🇹🇿🇼 to serve as elected members on the #UNSC from 2027-2028. See our call to action for new and existing UNSC members to utilize the broad array of tools for atrocity prevention and response ⬇️ www.globalr2p.org/publications...

2027-2028 UN Security Council Elections and the Responsibility to Protect - Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect

Today, 3 June 2026, the UN General Assembly elected Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago and Zimbabwe to the UN Security Council (UNSC) for the 2027-2028 term. The UNSC bears the primary...

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In this week's issue of #AtrocityAlert: 🔺 Despite ceasefire, Israel expands control and displacement in #Lebanon 🔺 Intensifying violence in #Mali heightens civilian protection risks 🔺 UN warns conflict-related sexual violence more than doubled in 2025 Full issue: www.globalr2p.org/publications...

🏳️‍🌈 As human rights protections weaken globally, #LGBTQIA+ communities are often among the first to feel the consequences. This #Pride2026 Month, we stand in solidarity with those fighting for equality & reaffirm our commitment to building a world free of discrimination, persecution & atrocities.

🆕 Check out our new issue of #R2P in Focus feat: 🎤 Convening Civil Society and UN Leaders to Advance Protection Responses 🇸🇩 Strengthening International Response Atrocities in Sudan 💭 The UN’s Next Secretary-General Must Choose Courage Over Irrelevance Full issue: gcr2p.cmail19.com/t/j-e-ydhkdh...