Geneva Call

A neutral and independent humanitarian organization working to improve the protection of civilians in armed conflict.

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A new MoU between Geneva Call and AFC/M23 marks a step forward for civilian protection in eastern DRC.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/HjUJCMKpcD

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In Ukraine, in 2025, Geneva Call supported the development of practical IHL guidance for drone operations, now integrated into military training. Nearly 9,000 personnel were reached, with potential to exceed 100,000 as the guidance scales.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/YI2jXpzz7W

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In 2025, Geneva Call engaged with armed groups across key areas of Iraq, reaching regions home to over 4 million civilians.

As a result of sustained humanitarian dialogue, armed groups took steps that improved civilian protection.

🔗 Annual Report 2025: https://t.co/YI2jXpzz7W

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In Colombia, in 2025, Geneva Call empowered communities to strengthen their own protection.

Through a structured capacity-building process, local leaders increased their knowledge of IHL and humanitarian negotiation.

Annual Report 2025 👉 https://t.co/YI2jXpzz7W

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In 2025, Geneva Call reached around 780 members and leaders of armed groups in the DRC, leading to 4 unilateral declarations reflecting commitments to adopt practices more consistent with IHL and the protection of civilians.

Read more in our 2025 report👉 https://t.co/YI2jXpzz7W

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In 2025, Geneva Call engaged 186 armed groups, trained 6,500+ AGDA members and worked with 126 local partners across areas home to an estimated 35 million people.15 new commitments were secured from armed groups.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/YI2jXpzz7W

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Preserving humanity on all fronts - Geneva Call’s 2025 Annual Report is now available.

In a year marked by growing conflict and shrinking humanitarian space, our work focused on one goal: protecting civilians.

🔗 Explore the report: https://t.co/ek1miEnNkM

#ImpactWeek

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“Africa facing the challenges of stability, integration & sovereignty” — at the #ForumdeDakar2026, dialogue focused on sustainable solutions.

Geneva Call continues working through humanitarian dialogue to protect civilians and support lasting stability.

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At the 3rd Ministerial Humanitarian Conference on Sudan in Berlin this week, Geneva Call DG @DeletrozAlain stressed that dialogue with all parties to the conflict is not optional, but essential: “Dialogue - however difficult - is one of the few tools to reduce harm in real time.”

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Wishing a joyful and blessed Easter to those who celebrate. May this season of renewal inspire hope, compassion, and continued efforts to protect civilians in armed conflicts.

#Easter

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Director of Operations, Atif Hameed, met with Cosmin Dobran, Director for Peace, Partnerships and Crisis Management @eu_eeas to discuss Iraq, Lebanon, and Syria and ongoing work to protect civilians in the region.

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Geneva Call wishes a joyful Eid Mubarak to all those who celebrate.

May this Eid inspire renewed commitment to compassion, dialogue, and peace.

#EidMubarak

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What does resetting humanitarian access mean in practice? At #HNPW2026, speakers highlighted the importance of principled engagement, dialogue with armed actors, and strengthened coordination between international, national and local actors.

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⏰ Reminder: Join us today at 14:00 CET for this discussion on resetting humanitarian access in AGDA-controlled areas. Click here to register: https://t.co/vEZQAvL7hI. #HNPW2026

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What practical pathways exist for resetting humanitarian access in areas controlled by Armed Groups and De Facto Authorities, based on field realities from Africa?

Register here to join the discussion on Tuesday, March 10: https://t.co/w484Oh7pr5

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In Brussels this week, Geneva Call’s DG Alain Délétroz met with @EEAS leaders and partners to discuss crises from Iran to Ukraine, Afghanistan and the Sahel.

Humanitarian engagement with armed actors remains critical to protect civilians and uphold humanitarian norms.

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DG @DeletrozAlain met with members of the European Parliament and the Security and Defence Committee (SEDE) this week. We look forward to continuing dialogue on how operational humanitarian expertise can complement European security and defence policy efforts.

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What practical pathways exist for resetting humanitarian access in areas controlled by Armed Groups and De Facto Authorities, based on field realities from Africa?

Register here to join the discussion on Tuesday, March 10: https://t.co/w484Oh7pr5

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Yemen shows what’s at stake: 23.1M in need, 18M facing acute food insecurity.

Respect for IHL isn’t abstract. It determines whether civilians can access food, services & aid.

Progress starts with dialogue.

#ICForum #IHL

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In a world marked by protracted conflicts and repeated violations of international norms, how can #IHL remain relevant and effective?

Join us at the #ICForum on Thursday. Yemen Country Director Daud Hirmoge will be among the featured speakers.

https://t.co/lCpwFhLv0m

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Join us on Monday at 14:30 CET for a roundtable co-organised by Geneva Call and VOICE on: “Humanitarian Challenges in Yemen: Strengthening Civilian Protection through IHL Compliance”.

Register to join online: https://t.co/FMuUyTzbYl