At What Cost? The true cost and value of security risk management – Global Security Risk and Policy Conference (Dublin 2025)

On 26-27 February 2025, GISF will host its inaugural Global Security Risk and Policy Conference in Dublin, Republic of Ireland.

Conference theme

This event will be themed around resourcing and funding security risk management. Through a series of talks and panel discussions we will delve into this theme, offering strategies for how to maximise available resources and make a stronger case for security risk management funding.

Agenda

Below is the current Conference agenda. We are pleased to announce that Senator Tom Clonan will deliver the opening address. Senator Clonan is a former Irish peacekeeper and vocal advocate of the importance of international humanitarian law and human rights for all.

Day  1 (Wednesday 26th)

Welcome & Keynote Address

Aid Under Fire: reflections on the deadliest year for aid workers –Opening session reflecting on the challenges faced by aid workers delivering aid in increasingly hostile environments and the underlying factors driving record levels of violence.

The Cost of Security: the state of funding and resourcing for security risk management – Exploring the realities of security resourcing in the sector, current trends and challenges, and the implications for the cost and value of security

Security Funding: the donor perspective and priorities – Faced with increasing financial demands, Donors will share insights on their priorities for supporting security and access. 

Day 2 (Thursday 27th)

Breakout sessions (participants choose 2 of 4 topics)

• Resourcing Security: alternative models and innovative solutions – Exploring possibilities to diversify and leverage alternative funding for security risk management
• Consolidating Security Resources: working in consortia and shared services – Insights on the benefits and challenges of establishing and managing security collaborations
• Humanitarian Pooled Funds – Identifying opportunities and limitations to strengthening security and access through pooled funding mechanisms
• Security Resourcing for Local NGOs: building equitable partnerships in risk – Examining power dynamics in security resource allocation and solutions that ensure fairer access to security resources

Plenary Feedback & Reflections

Moving Forward: from commitments to actions

Wrap Up & Closing Remarks

Interested in attending?

While the Conference is free, attendance is subject to approval by GISF. Spaces are limited to encourage open discussion.

If you’re interested in attending, please reach out to charlotte@gisf.ngo for more information.

Supporters

The Conference is generously supported by Ambrelia, IEC Telecom, International Location Safety (ILS), the International NGO Safety & Security Association (INSSA), and Proelium Law LLP. These organisations will have exhibition stands present at the Conference and be available to talk with attendees.

Sigma 7 is sponsoring a canapé reception on 26 February. This evening reception will enable attendees from around the world to network and exchange knowledge on security risk management.

The Global Security Risk and Policy Conference is generously supported by the American people through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).