Protection

New IASC Protection Policy on Humanitarian Action

In October 2016, the Inter-Agency Standing Committee’s (IASC) Protection Policy on Humanitarian Action was endorsed by the IASC Principals. This policy is intended to support and build on the IASC’s Policy on the Protection of Internally Displaced Persons (1999). It also seeks to complement other initiatives in support of protection, particularly the United Nations (UN) Human Rights … Read moreNew IASC Protection Policy on Humanitarian Action

Putting a face on pain: IOM Timor-Leste adopts innovative techniques in Training of Trainers Session with National Police and Immigration Services

Dili, 06 July 2016 – A young woman from Surabaya in heavy makeup and scantily dressed has been rescued from a karaoke bar where she has been forced to have sex with clients. She is 5-months pregnant and shaking from drug withdrawal. She turns angrily to face the police officer beside her: “It’s hot,” she … Read morePutting a face on pain: IOM Timor-Leste adopts innovative techniques in Training of Trainers Session with National Police and Immigration Services