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Pakistan is the second largest Muslim country in the world and while there are a number of Islamic sects worldwide the two main sects in Pakistan are Sunni and Shia. A majority of the population in Pakistan are Sunni, yet…
This report by Other Solutions (2014) provides an overview and assessment of Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb.
In recent years there has been an increasing number of attacks on workers administering the polio vaccine as well as the security forces which have been assigned to protect them. This report by PHF (2014) aims to provide more information…
NGO workers can often be recipients of unwanted phone calls and SMSs, this article by PHF (2014) describes best practice methods for reducing the numbers of unwanted calls.
Evacuation or relocation is a significant decision that requires extensive planning and preparation. The following guidance is based on best practices set forth in a number of key documents.
This short baseline assessment by SSCL (2014) identifies the triggers and dynamics of tension between host communities (HC) and Syrian displaced populations (SDP) in the district of Zahle, Beqaa. It provides a non-exhaustive analysis of the main socio-economic, security and…
Safe rooms can generate a sufficient delay in any attempt at forced entry to allow a response force to arrive at the scene before the room is breached. The purpose of this SOP by Other Solutions (2014) is to establish…
The “Supporters of the Holy House” is an Al -Qaida inspired militant Islamic group operating predominantly in the northern region of the Sinai Peninsula. This document by Other Solutions Consulting (2014) provides an overview of the group and its activities.
This earthquake preparedness kit is intended to inform you about the existing earthquake risks in Nepal and to advise you on measures to prepare yourself for such an event.
This document by CBM outlines standard operating procedures in case of an outbreak of an infectious disease.