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⚡ The humanitarian crisis in Sudan is deepening. Warnings from UN Secretary-General Guterres underscore the need for urgent intervention by the international community. This article examines the extent of the crisis…

The humanitarian crisis in #Gaza was a major topic of discussion at #SpecialMeeting24. Here's what world leaders and humanitarian experts had to say. https://lnkd.in/eFjZMQCW

A year of war has devastated Sudan, created the world's largest displacement crisis, and sent economic and geopolitical shockwaves through already-fragile neighboring countries. Yet international efforts to exert pressure on warring parties' external backers and halt the violence have faltered, and the humanitarian response is woefully underfunded. In a new piece for The Lawfare Institute, IRC SVP Ciarán Donnelly and I write about the urgent need for new efforts to halt the violence in Sudan, safeguard access, and dramatically increase aid particularly for local groups working behind conflict lines. We also argue for new and sustainable approaches to help ensure populations in Sudan and neighboring countries impacted by both the war and decades of conflict, instability, and rapidly intensifying climate can rebuild their lives. The article is based on Ciaran's December trip to the Chad-Sudan border, and also links to IRC's new report including country team and client perspectives on the horrific impacts of a year of conflict on Sudan and the region. https://lnkd.in/e9-iba-H https://lnkd.in/eUaRAC_b

⚡ The humanitarian crisis in Sudan is deepening. Warnings from UN Secretary-General Guterres underscore the need for urgent intervention by the international community. This article examines the extent of the crisis…

Sudan's year of war: Why there's no hope for a cease-fire By Kersten Knipp | Emad Hassan April 14, 2024 After a year of war, Sudan is dealing with one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. As more local and international actors get involved, the outlook remains grim. https://lnkd.in/ecnVMEHw — After a year of war, Sudan is dealing with one of the world's worst humanitarian crises

The following key points from the team at Humanitarian Policy Group at ODI resonate with the ground realities in #Myanmar: 👉 International humanitarian organisations must often steer through complicated politics to gain access and support affected populations. They are usually hesitant to engage with ideas of self-determination and aspiring statehood on the grounds of remaining neutral and impartial. 👉 While understandable, the risk is that such an approach effectively works as an endorsement of authorities widely seen as illegitimate by those that humanitarians say they are on the side of – crisis-affected people. 👉 A narrow focus on humanitarian pragmatism, however, is misaligned with the nation-wide revolution to overthrow the junta and the pursuit of emancipatory governance. For its part, not even the principle of neutrality is intended to justify what can seem like avoidance of such critical issues by humanitarians. Read the think piece 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gfmjFTGW

Sudan is facing the world's largest displacement crisis, with nearly 13 million people forced to flee their homes. Amid ongoing conflict, both sides are accused of using famine as a weapon of war, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian situation. Despite peace talks, the situation remains critical. It's crucial that the global community responds to this humanitarian emergency to prevent further catastrophe. #SudanCrisis #HumanRights #PeaceTalks https://lnkd.in/dPWNvD3R

As we reflect on the tragic anniversary of the conflict in Sudan, it is imperative that we do not allow the plight of its people to fade into the background amidst the numerous challenges facing our world today. With 9 million refugees and internally displaced individuals, and millions more on the brink of famine, Sudan's humanitarian crisis demands our urgent attention. While global focus understandably shifts to recent events in Ukraine and Gaza, we must not overlook Sudan's dire situation, which risks being relegated to the status of yet another distant conflict. The international community bears a collective responsibility to address the critical aid shortfall in Sudan, particularly in terms of food assistance. Those working tirelessly to bring an end to this conflict must redouble their efforts to achieve a lasting solution. The Canadian Centre for African Affairs and Policy Research echoes this urgency, calling for an immediate ceasefire to mitigate the escalating humanitarian catastrophe.

While the humanitarian system remains configured toward engaging with just a single state, de facto authorities remain a missing piece of the puzzle in delivering effective, inclusive and responsible humanitarian action... What does a humanitarian response consistent with local self-determination look like in a situation of disputed or unrecognised authority? Who decides what is morally justified? From Afghanistan to Myanmar to Syria and beyond, contested governance has wide-ranging implications for humanitarian actors. This is part 2 of our trilogy on state-led crisis response - a thought provoking analysis by Humanitarian Policy Group's Alexandra and John. Let us know your reflections, as we build up this research and influencing agenda to contribute towards systems change. FYI: Adelina, S Gun Mai, Hugo, Arbie, David, Nadia, Anne, Trócaire, Oxfam Novib https://lnkd.in/gijRwu23 #HumanitarianResponse #HumanitarianAction #CrisisResponse

Overview of humanitarian response in the Occupied Palestinian Territory