Civil Society Guidance for the Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response Action Plan (CHMRAP)

In July 2022, a Department of Defense (DoD) review team is expected to submit the Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response…

Civilians and “By, With and Through”: Key Issues and Questions Related to Civilian Harm and Security Partnership

Working by, with, and through partners in military operations has become a preferred approach in U.S. security policy. Doing so without uniform controls governing conduct and the use of force can result in real consequences for civilians.

Civilians and “By, With and Through”: Key Issues and Questions Related to Civilian Harm and Security Partnership

Defense Department Releases First-Ever Policy on Civilian Harm Mitigation

The long-anticipated Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) on Civilian Harm Mitigation and Response (CHMR),…

InterAction applauds Congressional Action to Minimize Civilian Harm in 2018 Defense Bill

InterAction welcomes the positive developments to minimize civilian harm in conflict in the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), and…

Making Amends for Civilian Harm: The Case for Reforming U.S. Ex Gratia Policy

When U.S. military actions abroad harm civilian populations, making amends should focus primarily on fulfilling the needs and wants of…

Toward a Shared Understanding of Civilian Harm

As the number of armed conflicts continues to rise globally, so, too, does civilian harm, resulting in the highest number…

What You Need to Know about the Protection of Civilians During U.S. Partnered Operations

The impact of fighting on civilians is particularly acute in urban areas, resulting in the destruction of multiple infrastructures.

A Reflection on Accountability for Chemical Weapon Use in Syria

November 30, the Day of Remembrance of all Victims of Chemical Warfare, is an opportunity to reflect on the…

Transatlantic Dialogue Highlights Importance of Legislative Oversight over the Protection of Civilians

Earlier today, the United Kingdom’s All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Drones and Modern Conflict hosted a UK-U.S. legislators’ dialogue…