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عربيbeating
An incident in which the victim is repeatedly assaulted physically, usually carried out with body parts (fists, feet) or objects (sticks or bats or pipes).
Related terms: attack
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Glossary English
The Global Interagency Security Forum (GISF) developed this Glossary to facilitate a common understanding of terms frequently used in security risk management.
The terms and definitions have been drawn from a range of trusted resources, including GISF’s own publications. They have also been informed by a working group of GISF members.
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bias
The unfair inclination or prejudice for or against a particular group that influences personal judgement, based on ‘race’, ethnicity, and other identity characteristics, including gender, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status. These can be conscious or unconscious. There are four main dimensions of bias: structural (maintenance of biased policies and practices by multiple institutions); institutional (policies and practices that reinforce prejudice); interpersonal (acts and micro-aggressions between individuals); internalised (subtle and overt messages by individuals).
Related terms: discrimination
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biological weapon
An instrument or device used to disseminate disease-causing organisms or toxins produced by living organisms in order to harm or kill.
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bribery
The provision of money, gifts, or favours to influence the decision, judgement, or conduct of someone. Bribery is illegal in many countries and is also in breach of most organisations staff behavioural codes.
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burglary
Unlawful entry into property, usually with the intention of theft, without the use of a weapon (also referred to as a break-in or home invasion).
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business continuity
The strategic and procedural planning that an organisation undertakes to ensure that essential functions can continue during and after a disruptive event. This is a critical step for maintaining resilience, protecting assets, and minimising downtime in the face of various security threats.
Source: Security Risk Management (SRM) Strategy and Policy Development: A Cross-Functional Guide, GISF
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