Martial Law in Eastern Congo No Pretext for Abuse trib.al/f4Js01W

Important discussion on Nigeria's private security industry and how the International Code of Conduct can be helpful in mainstreaming the PSS. International Code of Conduct Association (ICoCA) #responsiblesecurity #bizhumanrights

Enjoying our first workshop to gather feedback on our new online #training course on Preventing #SexualExploitation and #abuse #PSEA with our member companies - the course is free to all our Member and Affiliate companies. #bizhumanrights ➡️#Learnmore icoca.ch/2021/04/12/onl…

Good to hear from GardaWorld SOCLLC and other Member and Affiliate companies during today's second workshop that they will be using ICoCA's training on preventing #sexualexploitation and #abuse #PSEA throughout their workforce #bizhumanrights #dutyofcare Smruti Patel

What does #responsiblebusiness #responsiblemining #responsiblesecurity look like in #drcongo #DRC 🇨🇩and beyond? Richard Robinson GardaWorld Alphamin Resources shares insights on #bizhumanrights #dutyofcare #conflict #conflictminerals #trust #ASM ➡️Listen now: lnkd.in/daCNrwb

How can #humanrights best be taught to #privatesecurity guards in #fragile states? Join us May 18th to mark launch of our first #onlinetraining in conversation with IFPO ASIS International and more to discuss #training for #responsiblesecurity ➡️#RegisterNow icoca.ch/2021/05/11/hum…

"Surprisingly little thought seems to be given to what could happen if one hires the wrong security company, or if contract requirements actually encourage sub-standard industry practices and corruption." - Good thought piece! #bizhumanrights #dutyofcare thenewhumanitarian.org/opinion/2021/5…

Thanks to New Nigeria Foundation for convening today's important discussion on mainstreaming the #privatesecurity sector in Nigeria's 🇳🇬security architecture. Given major security issues in the country, should PSCs be able to carry #firearms? What about Vetting, training? #dutyofcare

How can insecurity in Nigeria be addressed? Should private security companies train public security in Nigeria? Should private security companies be armed? Good discussion during a webinar organised by New Nigeria Foundation. International Code of Conduct Association (ICoCA) #responsiblesecurity #bizhumanrights

“How often do we have to witness staff and visitors speak to security guards in a dismissive and disrespectful tone?” – Jamie Williamson looks at the responsibilities of hiring private security firms. thenewhumanitarian.org/opinion/2021/5…

Sad news from Swiss asylum centres...incidents which demonstrate that the International Code of Conduct and its human rights principles maintain their relevance beyond complex environments. International Code of Conduct Association (ICoCA) Amnesty Schweiz #responsiblesecurity #bizhumanrights amnesty.org.uk/press-releases…

Interesting insights by @csis_isp on how Russia has used PMCs to increase its influence overseas, extract resources, and expand its military and intelligence footprint: csis.org/analysis/russi…

ICoCA was honoured to contribute to the development of Verité new tool providing guidance on combatting #HumanTrafficking in the #privatesecurity sector. Please share with anyone involved in contracting private security providers to ensure #responsiblesecurity

"The situation in #Afghanistan is shining a spotlight on the #dutyofcare clients of #privatesecurity companies have towards local staff and their families" Jamie Williamson Anna Powles The Conversation - Australia + New Zealand #bizhumanrights #responsiblesecurity theconversation.com/the-plight-of-…

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2⃣5⃣ years ago today, #Switzerland joined NATO’s Partnership for Peace Program. To mark this anniversary, follow this thread & discover 🇨🇭’s contribution within the PfP. SwitzerlandNATO #CH25PfP Signing Ceremony with then 🇨🇭FM Flavio Cotti (left) & SG Solana (📸 NATO)

Hear from one of the last remaining #privatesecurity companies operating in Afghanistan about challenges in recruiting responsibly and on the deteriorating situation in the country. 🙏to #IanGordon #listennow: bit.ly/3zQwxPy #modernslavery #bizhumanrights #duediligence

Interesting post on #WagnerGroup Telegram channel. Seems to be some dissatisfaction w how things are going for #Russia in #Ukraine: Внесу ложку дегтя. Эта война очень слабо напоминает мне войну XXI века.

In this first person, Ibrahim, a Syrian refugee, recounts his experience seeking asylum in Poland last year and how it compares to the welcome being extended to people fleeing the war in Ukraine: thenewhumanitarian.org/first-person/2…

Honoured to have hosted a panel discussion on the pressing topic of responsible use of #AI in the military with NATO staff, allies and partners. Insights from #GCSP director Thomas Greminger, DASG ESC James Appathurai, 🇳🇱 Dep Perm Rep Bartjan Wegter and Dep Legal Advisor Dirk Pulkowski.