The non-governmental organization (NGO) sector has made progress in preventing sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH). However, as the COVID-19…
We are at a pivotal moment in history where challenges and opportunities converge, demanding innovative solutions and inspiring actions. Each…
Nomination Deadline: May 8, 2024 at 5 p.m. EDT. Nominations for the Disability Inclusion Award are now open here. InterAction will announce the winner during the InterAction Forum 2024, to be held in person on June 25 – 26, 2024. Please see below for specific criteria for the Disability Inclusion Award.
Colombia has the second highest number of internally displaced people (IDPs) in the world due to a…
This case study focused on how the CEO of Oxfam America, Abby Maxman used feminist leadership to advance safeguarding initiatives at Oxfam. It will be a useful case study for organizations that are looking to understand how leadership can impact safeguarding and a humanitarian and/or development organization.
While the NGO sector can certainly do more to advocate for and represent people with disabilities, there are some organizations…
The Central African Republic (CAR) “is now the most dangerous place for humanitarian work” – Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace…
Safeguarding, defined as exploitation and abuse committed by humanitarian aid workers on beneficiaries, is a complex and sensitive topic, which can be challenging to communicate. PSEA, or protection from sexual exploitation and abuse, is a type of safeguarding and is often referred to in humanitarian aid settings. Communicating rights and reporting to children carries additional significant challenges. Children are more vulnerable to exploitation and abuse than adults, due to their lower levels of agency and language to describe the types of behaviours that they are experiencing. Children are less able to speak against those in positions of power, and may be persuaded to keep inappropriate actions a secret or be more easily subjected to threats and intimidation against their loved ones. Traditional approaches to reporting mechanisms within the sector – hotlines, online platforms, and complaint boxes – may not work for children who are less likely to have access to the technology, locations, and writing skills to voice their experiences. Ensuring that we prevent and create safe spaces for children to report takes additional steps, tailored approaches, and innovation. This project aims to be the start of building a library of materials that are specifically directed to safeguarding of children.
