"#ProtectionOfCivilians in #peaceoperations can improve through better feedback from local communities.” 📰Don't miss the sharp & relevant takeaways from our discussion on local perceptions & more proactive POC, with a focus on South Sudan & UNMISS 👉bit.ly/3BzBoJP

🚧Mobility can be a serious challenge to protecting civilians. 🗣️Hear Guang Cong, DSRSG-P at UNMISS South Sudan explain the 3⃣ tiers approach to #ProtectionofCivilians. 🖥️youtube.com/watch?v=gQ-k0P… Learn more in our Mission Leadership Digital Tool 🔗missionleadership.challengesforum.org

“We have strongly protested the latest developments to the Israeli authorities & underline the responsibility of the IDF to respect the protected status of UNIFIL personnel.” – Jean-Pierre Lacroix following attacks on UN Peacekeeping. news.un.org/en/story/2024/…

I briefed the SC yesterday on the alarming situation in Lebanon that has put civilians & our peacekeepers at serious risk. I commend our brave peacekeepers who continue to remain in positions. All parties must ensure their safety & security.

This year's #CAF24Berlin will 🌍gather leading multidisciplinary actors 🎙️discuss ways to strengthen international peace & security 🇺🇳lay the foundation for the Next Generation of #PeaceOperations ! 🤝co-hosted by Zentrum für Internationale Friedenseinsätze (ZIF) 3⃣-4⃣ December 👉🔗challengesforum.org

🌍Tomorrow is #UNDay! 🤝For 79 years, the #UN has shown the importance of multilateralism. 📜The #PactfortheFuture is a new path towards #peacesecurity, while reviewing the future of #peaceoperations Read our collective reflections on the pact here 🔗challengesforum.org/paper/our-refl…

4⃣ weeks to go! 📍Challenges Forum director Benoît Pylyser is 🎗️really looking forward to 🇩🇪gathering all partners & stakeholders! 🤝Together with our co-host Zentrum für Internationale Friedenseinsätze (ZIF) 🔈Join the discussion! #CAF24Berlin #PeaceSecurity #peaceoperations #peacebegins

3⃣ weeks to go! Challenges Forum partner Zentrum für Internationale Friedenseinsätze (ZIF) & its Director Astrid Irrgang are 🙌ready to host innovative & critical discussions on 🇺🇳the next generation of #peaceoperations! #CAF24Berlin #PactOfTheFuture

2⃣ weeks to go! 📢#CAFBerlin 🇺🇳discussing #NextGeneration #PeaceOperations 🖥️Follow livestream bit.ly/3V1sNXs 🙌Zentrum für Internationale Friedenseinsätze (ZIF) Benoît Pylyser #Peacekeeping #peacesecurity #peacebuilding #PactForTheFuture #Peace

👏to the appointment of the 8th Advisory Group of the Peacebuilding Fund UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs With the Challenges Forum International Secretariat's Jonas Alberoth as one of the eminent individuals, bringing immense expertise and experience to the table!

Heartfelt congratulations to Jonas Alberoth, this is proof of your important contributions to peace, both in Sweden and internationally! Challenges Forum UN Political and Peacebuilding Affairs UN Peacekeeping

☑️"Accountability should to a higher degree be shared between the UN #SecurityCouncil, host countries & #peaceoperations..." 📜The key takeaways from #CAF24Berlin 👉bit.ly/3VIf9J2 unpacking the #PactfortheFuture & ahead of #PeacekeepingMinisterial 🙌with: Zentrum für Internationale Friedenseinsätze (ZIF)

Much of the best thinking about peace operations in the UN’s history has stemmed from moments of crisis. crisisgroup.org/global/fresh-t…

Some thoughts from me about how negotiations to end the war in Ukraine may open space for consideration of a @unpeacekeeping mission ⬇️ #peacekeeping #peaceops #Ukraine

Tomorrow, we launch an Intl Peace Institute paper on the African Union UN Peacekeeping approach to #POC. Thanks to my co-author @LaurenMcGowan and all the respondents we engaged with. Internal reviewers Intl Peace Institute Jenna Russo @alberttrithart and external reviewers NUPI Training For Peace

Multilateralism is not just a principle, it's a practice. #PeaceOperations mobilise Member States, & keep UN values alive. The Challenges Forum gather over 50 partners from 25 countries, working together for more effective peace operations 🌍 #MultilateralismDay #DiplomacyDay

🕊️As we approach the 2025 #PKMinisterial, the future of peacekeeping is at a crossroads. How should peace operations adapt to new realities to stay relevant & effective? 🎥We asked experts at the #CAF24Berlin to share their insights on the next generation of #PeaceOperations

🌍 The Challenges Forum is a proud member of the Global Alliance for #PeaceOperations! Ahead of the #PKMinisterial, we're advancing cooperation, sharing knowledge & fostering synergies to strengthen future UN peace operations globally. More info 👉peaceoperations.net #PKM2025

📌 Save the Date: #CAF25Accra 🗓️ 14–16 Oct 2025 📍 Accra, Ghana At the 2025 Peacekeeping Ministerial, 🇸🇪 & 🇬🇭 pledged to host CAF25 in support of the UN SG’s Review of all Forms of UN Peace Operations. Together with The KAIPTC, preparations are underway - see you in Accra! 🕊️

Today on #PKDay we honour nearly 80 years of military, police & civilian peacekeepers working for justice, equality & peace🌍 Challenges Forum proudly contributes to this legacy by advancing dialogue to support #PeaceOperations in meeting today’s realities & tomorrow’s demands!