To what extent is a certain operation military versus political, diplomatic, or economic?
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Over the past 20 years, Protection of Civilians has moved to the forefront of the Security Council resolutions under which United Nations peacekeepers are deployed.
Australia's Engagement on Protection of Civilians in Peacekeeping Operations presented in a 2-page fact sheet.
Lessons from Australia’s Whole-of-Government Mission Report commissioned by the Department of Defence, in coordination with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Australian Federal Police which outlines the strengths, good practices and challenges of Australia’s mission in Afghanistan at the whole-of-government level.
Discuss the importance of innovation in responding to international crises.
Discuss the value of participating in preparedness and training activities.
Discusses the implications of social media and modern communications in international response efforts to crises.
Archie Law, Executive Director of Action Aid Australia, Leanne Smith, Chief of Policy and Best Practices for Peacekeeping Operations at the United Nations and Dr Phoebe Wynn-Pope, Director of International Humanitarian Law and Movement Relations at the Australian Red Cross discuss women, peace and security in crises.
How does each organisation fit into the broader picture to meet the needs of the communities being served?