The Global Initiative to Combat Nuclear Terrorism (GICNT) was established in 2006 based on cooperation between Russia and the United States. Its purpose is to prevent the use of nuclear and radioactive materials for terrorist purposes and to prepare for situations where these materials have fallen outside of control. In SaferGlobe’s report, the role of…
In line with its strategy, SaferGlobe aims to examine security from various perspectives. From SaferGlobe’s research standpoint, individual safety and the impact of socio-economic factors on personal security and violent behavior are intriguing themes. The importance of youth for peace and security has also been increasingly recognized in recent times. In SaferGlobe’s project “The Significance…
An estimated one billion people live in fragile areas facing political and socioeconomic tensions that can escalate into violent conflicts. Organizations operating in fragile areas must be able to plan their activities to suit the local context and be prepared to adapt them swiftly to rapidly changing societal situations. SaferGlobe has created a tool for…
SaferGlobe’s report “Nordic Arms Transfer Controls and the Arms Trade Treaty: Strengths and Challenges”provides new insights into the effectiveness of Nordic countries’ arms export control systems and the impact of the international Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), which came into force in December 2014, on their activities. The purpose of the study was to identify good arms…
UN Security Council Resolution 1325, adopted in 2000, calls for the inclusion of women in peacebuilding and conflict prevention in national and international decision-making. SaferGlobe’s publication examines what the resolution entails and how it is reflected in practice in the EU’s peace work and civilian crisis management training. The publication also discusses the future prospects…
An estimated one billion people live in fragile regions facing political and socio-economic tensions that can escalate into violent conflicts. Organizations operating in these areas must be able to plan their activities to suit the local context and be prepared to swiftly adapt them to rapidly changing societal situations. The goal of preparedness and adaptation…