Resources

Recording: Israel-Iran Escalation Roundtable (SARI Global Context Analysis) (Members only content)

Webinar Recording: Arbitrary Arrest and Detention – Best Practices for Supporting National Staff (Members only content)

As the operational environment for humanitarian work becomes increasingly complex the risk of arbitrary arrest and detention of humanitarian staff—particularly national staff—is a growing concern. As these incidents become more frequent, NGOs must be prepared to respond ethically, effectively, and…

Webinar Recording: India & Pakistan Conflict | GISF x Dragonfly (Members only content)

A major terrorist attack in Kashmir on 22 April has raised the prospect of a renewed crisis and potential conflict between India and Pakistan. A Pakistan-based militant group claimed responsibility for the attack that killed at least 26 Indian and…

Staying Safe in the Spotlight: A Personal Security Guide for Public-Facing Staff

Purpose of this guide In a polarised and hyperconnected world, public-facing NGO staff—advocates, communicators, leaders—face growing risks online and offline. This guide offers practical guidance to assess your exposure, strengthen your personal security, and stay resilient—because good personal security helps…

Community of Practice: Training for Security Risk Management – meeting notes (April 2025) (Members only content)

A Community of Practice (COP) is a group of people who share a common interest or expertise in a topic. Coming together, the members of a COP can share knowledge and best practices. In our role as a convener for…

Notes from GISF’s Global Security Risk and Policy Conference (Dublin, 2025)

GISF held its inaugural Global Security Risk and Policy Conference in Dublin from 26-27 February 2025. The event was themed around resourcing and funding security risk management. We were pleased to welcome over 100 attendees to the Conference. These included…

Ukraine, Russia and the Future of US Europe Relations | GISF x Dragonfly webinar recording (Members only content)

During this event, Dragonfly analysts examine the latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine war, including military movements, geopolitical shifts, and the broader implications for NATO, Europe, and global security. The discussion covers Russian retaliatory actions, hybrid warfare tactics in Europe, and…

GISF Glossary

To help facilitate a common understanding of frequently used terms in security risk management, the Global Interagency Security Forum (GISF) has developed a glossary. It contains over 230 distinct terms and definitions. These were drawn from a range of trusted resources,…

Community of Practice: Training for Security Risk Management – meeting notes (Jan 2025) (Members only content)

A Community of Practice (COP) is a group of people who share a common interest or expertise in a topic. Coming together, the members of a COP can share knowledge and best practices. In our role as a convener for…

Protect Aid Workers – 2024 Snapshot Report

In early 2024, a group of NGOs launched Protect Aid Workers. This new mechanism provides financial assistance and legal aid to humanitarian workers facing security incidents or immediate threats arising from their work. These include cases of violence, kidnapping, arrests,…