We are seeking a Project Coordinator to support effective and efficient project and grant coordination with staff and partners, with a strong focus on Afghanistan within the Asia and MENA region. 📍London, UK ⏰Deadline: 30 July, 2026 🔗 Full details 👉 https://bit.ly/44z79OI

Project Coordinator - London, UK

Saferworld is seeking to recruit a Project Coordinator. The Project Coordinator will support effective and efficient project and grant coordination with Saferworld staff and partners, supporting the a...

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#WeAreHiring | Head of Funding & Programme Development (Maternity Cover) We're seeeking a strategic leader to mobilise resources and drive equitable partnerships with communities and orgs in conflict-affected settings, advancing peace & justice outcomes. Apply by 03 August: https://bit.ly/4ePQbA8

The next UN Secretary-General must be more than a mediator-in-chief. At a time when violent conflict is at its highest level in decades, Jordan Street and Maria Kisumbi make the case for why peacebuilding cannot become an afterthought. #PeacebuildingWeek

As U.N. Secretary-General candidates make pitch to be mediator-in-chief, will peacebuilding end up on the cutting room floor? - News and resources - Saferworld

As the U.N. convenes to host its first-ever Peacebuilding Week, a timely question must be raised: does the emerging narrative in the secretary-general search risk pushing the U.N. towards a posture that prioritizes crisis response, elite bargains, and s...

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#WeAreHiring We are hiring a Philanthropy Manager to steward existing & develop new relationships with charitable trusts, foundations & philanthropic individuals or entities to contribute to raising funds to achieve Saferworld strategic aims. 👉 More details and how to apply: https://bit.ly/4fK2gZZ

The Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) is the key global framework for regulating international transfers of conventional arms and ammunition. Our new explainer sets out the #ATT's core articles and explains why they matter in practice: https://bit.ly/4cdv89d #ArmsControl #PeaceandSecurity #ConflictPrevention

The Arms Trade Treaty: key provisions and their purpose

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We welcome the UK’s focus on prevention in fragile contexts, but ambition needs resources. These commitments must be backed by a fully resourced, strategic approach to peace. #Peacebuilding #ConflictPrevention #GenderEquality #UKAid #WPS

Joint statement from Peacebuilding and International Development Organisations on UK Aid Reforms

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What happens when women on the frontlines of conflict are supported to lead? This #ResourcingChange report shares powerful stories of transformation from Nigeria, South Sudan and Yemen, highlighting the impact of flexible funding in advancing the #WomenPeaceSecurity agenda. #InternationalWomensDay

Supporting women’s rights organisations and women’s networks in fragile and conflict-affected states – untold stories

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“My goal is to build peace among girls and encourage them to develop leadership qualities.” This #IWD we are sharing the story of Baktygul, a young woman in Kyrgyzstan who is helping create safer, more inclusive spaces for students in Osh & Batken through dialogue, #peacebuilding and peer support.

“My goal is to build peace among girls and encourage them to develop leadership qualities”

Young people in Kyrgyzstan are building confidence, strengthening leadership and creating safer, more supportive spaces in their universities, including new initiatives led by women students to promot...

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Join us for our #CSW70 event highlighting South Sudanese women’s work to advance justice, participation and community safety. Women-led organisations from #SouthSudan and the Great Lakes Region will share practical lessons and priorities on how community realities can shape better policy. Register 👇

CSW70 Webinar | South Sudanese women's voices shaping policies and practices: Advancing the Women, Peace and Security Agenda across the Great Lakes Region

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Across many contexts, rising militarisation, hybrid threats and growing pushback on #genderequality are re deepening inequalities & shrinking civic space. This analysis shows how #WPS actors are adapting while keeping justice and inclusive #peace at the core. #WomenPeaceSecurity #Peacebuilding

Global trends shaping the Women, Peace and Security agenda

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In #Somalia, community champions trained through the #EWER system are preventing violence, expanding protection & reshaping local peace processes. Women, young people & local leaders are challenging exclusion, resolving long-standing disputes & building systems that keep communities safer.

“Now, I can identify early warning indicators and raise alarms”: How community champions are preventing violence and protecting rights in Somalia

Amid conflict, climate shocks and political uncertainty, Somalia’s communities are advancing safety and justice. With SWSC and BAYWAN, Saferworld supports community‑based early warning and early respo...

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2026 has begun with actions that further erode international law and norms, setting a dangerous tone for peace and security. As #conflict deaths rose in 2025 and political & financial support for #peacebuilding declined, defending international law & supporting those building peace is vital in 2026.

Working for peace in 2026 - trends to watch and the role of peacebuilding

2026 begins amid escalating interventionism, rising state violence and a weakening multilateral system. As conflicts deepen and civic space shrinks, those committed to peace face mounting challenges. ...

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UN #CounterTerrorism frameworks often prioritise state security over people’s security. This approach risks shrinking civic space, sidelining communities and dismissing human rights abuses. 🎧 Hear more in our latest episode of #Warpod: Rethinking UN counter-terrorism ▶️ https://bit.ly/3YYwrTn

Control Arms urges the United States to reconsider its intention to withdraw from the UN Register of Conventional Arms (UNROCA) & calls on UN Member States to uphold transparency in international #ArmsTrade at a time when civilian deaths in armed conflict have reached their highest level since WWII.

Control Arms response to USA withdrawal from UNROCA

Transparency in the arms trade cannot be weakened: Control Arms responds to the United States announcement on the United Nations Register of Conventional Arms

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Governments have used UN counter-terrorism frameworks to restrict dissent & shrink civic space – with real impacts on communities worldwide. Why does this matter & what needs to change? 🎧Listen to our latest episode of Warpod: Rethinking UN counter-terrorism▶️ https://bit.ly/3YYwrTn #CounterTerrorism

Five years ago, Saferworld made a commitment to share overheads with partners in all proposals & we developed guidance to support our approach. This isn’t just about budgets, it’s about decolonising aid & supporting partners to break the ‘starvation cycle’. Read about our approach 👇🏼 #DecoloniseAid

Sharing overheads – are we walking the talk on equitable partnerships or tinkering around the edges?

Making sure civil society partners receive a fair share of overheads in every project is critical to building strong partnerships. But how many INGOs are actually doing this?

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25 years after UNSCR 1325, we asked women in conflict-affected regions to reflect on progress made and persistent gaps. As civic space shrinks, women keep pushing the Women Peace and Security agenda's promise into practice – leading peacebuilding, protection and resilience. Read more: bit.ly/4j5RlsX

Defying silence: reflections on the 25th anniversary of UNSCR 1325

Twenty-five years on from UN Resolution 1325, women peacebuilders share reflections on progress and challenges for the Women, Peace and Security agenda in conflict-affected regions.

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In South Sudan, women bear "the full weight of care... amidst persistent loss and trauma." With flexible funding, our partner Root of Generations, South Sudan created safe spaces, leading to the first woman chief in Budi County. Read her story of resilience: https://bit.ly/4adYHrX #ResourcingChange

In recent years, the UN counter-terrorism architecture has grown like no other part of the UN system – often at the expense of peacebuilding, human rights & civic space. In our new Warpod episode, we discuss what this shift means, the reforms ahead, & how civil society can push for accountability.

Warpod: Rethinking UN counter-terrorism

In this episode we explore how the United Nations (UN) counter-terrorism architecture has expanded – and what it means for peace, human rights and multilateral action.

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Over 25 years, UN counter-terrorism has expanded dramatically – shaping peace, rights and civic space. Our new briefing outlines how the agenda grew, what drives it, and what must change ahead of the ninth Global CT strategy review in 2026. Read more in our latest analysis ⬇️ #UNOCT #AntiTerrorism

How the counter-terrorism agenda took hold at the United Nations

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Ukraine’s suspension of the Mine Ban Treaty is unlawful. The Treaty does not permit the suspension of obligations, even in conflict. We join organisations globally in warning that “civilians, especially children, will pay the heaviest price.” #MineFreeWorld

Joint Civil Society Statement on Ukraine’s Unlawful Suspension of the Mine Ban Treaty

UN, Japanese, and Ukrainian deminers demonstrate new mine action technologies in Ukraine. © United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Ukraine/Kseniia Nevenchenko, 2025. This statement has been si…

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Women Rights Organisations (WROs) are advancing the #WPS agenda every day by reaching displaced women, survivors of violence and those facing extreme poverty. #ResourcingChange shows what’s possible when they’re trusted + funded as political actors. Read the insights. #WomenPeaceSecurity #LocallyLed

How to advance the WPS agenda together with women's networks and rights organisations: learning from Resourcing Change

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What happens when women on the frontlines of conflict are supported to lead? Our #ResourcingChange report captures the untold stories of transformation from Nigeria, South Sudan & Yemen. It’s a testament to the power of flexible funding for #WomenPeaceSecurity. Full report 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/4adYHrX

For the first time since 2017, the U.S. Government missed its legal reporting deadline under the Women, Peace, and Security Act. Congress must act to ensure oversight and accountability for the implementation of #WomenPeaceandSecurity. Read our joint civil society statement: https://bit.ly/4oSbh4b

If #ClimateAction ignores conflict and peace, fails to reflect the reality of fragile and conflict-affected contexts, and is not embedded in climate justice, it risks falling short of global objectives and failing those who are the worst affected by climate change. #COP30 #ConflictPrevention

Time for peace and justice to be taken seriously in the climate change COP agenda

COP30 risks sidelining peace and justice at a critical moment. We examine why climate action must consider conflict, inequality and inclusion to be effective.

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At #COP30, peace is missing from the agenda at a time when peace and climate action are needed more than ever. Fragile and conflict-affected contexts are still being left behind and frontline voices sidelined. #Peace and justice are fundamental to effective #ClimateAction. #COP #Peacebuilding

Time for peace and justice to be taken seriously in the climate change COP agenda

COP30 risks sidelining peace and justice at a critical moment. We examine why climate action must consider conflict, inequality and inclusion to be effective.

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#ElFasher, North Darfur is facing an unfolding catastrophe. After months under siege, the city has fallen to the #RSF. Civilians are being killed, displaced and cut off from aid. Over 250,000 remain trapped with no food or clean water. They are pleading for protection. #SudanCrisis #Darfur

An unfolding catastrophe for civilians in El Fasher, North Darfur

Following the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) recent capture of El Fashir in North Darfur – a city under merciless siege for the last 18 months – the humanitarian situation has deteriorated sharply, marke...

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“Please tell those who can help us, we need it urgently.” “Our people can’t take anymore.” These are heartfelt pleas for the protection, dignity and urgent care of distressed civilians in, or fleeing from, #ElFasher. #SudanCrisis #Darfur #HumanitarianCrisis #Peacebuilding

An unfolding catastrophe for civilians in El Fasher, North Darfur

Following the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) recent capture of El Fashir in North Darfur – a city under merciless siege for the last 18 months – the humanitarian situation has deteriorated sharply, marke...

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In 25 years, counter-terrorism has evolved from a peripheral issue to a cornerstone of the United Nations. Findings reveal a self-perpetuating cycle where institutional momentum now outlives crises. Read the full paper here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4mO7wLT #Peacebuilding #CounterTerrorism #SecurityCouncil

Conservation, peace and environmental justice are deeply connected. By applying #conflictsensitivity, conservation efforts can support sustainable peace, not just protect nature. Read how lessons from #SouthSudan are informing global practice: https://bit.ly/4o7l9qZ #Peacebuilding

Including peace in conservation – conflict sensitivity at The World Conservation Congress and lessons from South Sudan

A new motion on conflict-sensitive conservation at the 2025 World Conservation Congress marks growing recognition of how peace, security, and nature are deeply interconnected. This piece explores why ...

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