Protection Risks in Humanitarian Setting

Protection Risks in NGO setting

1. Protection Risks in Humanitarian Settings Prepared by: ____________

2. What is Protection in Humanitarian Work? Ensuring respect for rights of affected populations. Reducing risks of violence, exploitation, and abuse in crises.

3. Main Protection Threats Violence and armed conflict Exploitation and abuse Gender-based violence (GBV) Human trafficking Neglect of vulnerable groups

4. Risk Factors in Crisis Situations Displacement and loss of livelihoods Weak or absent law enforcement Breakdown of social and family structures Limited humanitarian access

5. Protection Risk Assessment Tools Community-based monitoring Risk mapping and analysis Incident reporting mechanisms Regular protection needs assessments

6. Role of Stakeholders NGOs – deliver direct support and advocacy UN agencies – coordinate protection efforts Governments – provide legal protection Communities – strengthen resilience and prevention

7. Strategies for Response & Risk Reduction Establish safe spaces and shelters Provide psychosocial support Strengthen legal and reporting systems Training and awareness campaigns

8. Key Takeaways Protection is central to humanitarian response. Collaboration is critical for reducing risks. Addressing root causes ensures long-term impact.