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Recognized for advancing women’s rights in Niger Ahead of Niger’s National Women’s Day, DCAF received a Token of Satisfaction from CONGAFEN, honouring our partnership to promote and protect women’s rights. Presented by Ms Bayard Mariama Gamatié during an intergenerational dialogue, the recognition highlights our joint efforts with police units and civil society to support survivors, raise awareness, and build gender-sensitive institutions. In 2025, we remain committed to strengthening gender equality, local ownership, and accountability in Niger’s security sector. 28 Jul 2025

  • Recognized for advancing women’s rights in Niger

    Ahead of Niger’s National Women’s Day, DCAF received a Token of Satisfaction from CONGAFEN, honouring our partnership to promote and protect women’s rights. Presented by Ms Bayard Mariama Gamatié during an intergenerational dialogue, the recognition highlights our joint efforts with police units and civil society to support survivors, raise awareness, and build gender-sensitive institutions. In 2025, we remain committed to strengthening gender equality, local ownership, and accountability in Niger’s security sector.

    28 Jul 2025

Supporting responsible business in high-risk areas In Beijing, DCAF launched the Chinese version of its Conflict Prevention Tool — a guide to help companies manage security and social risks in fragile contexts. Developed with the Rongzhi CSR Institute and supported by the Swiss Embassy, the launch included a training for 30 Chinese companies. The initiative strengthens security governance by promoting responsible business conduct and multistakeholder engagement across China and Africa. 25 Jul 2025

  • Supporting responsible business in high-risk areas

    In Beijing, DCAF launched the Chinese version of its Conflict Prevention Tool — a guide to help companies manage security and social risks in fragile contexts. Developed with the Rongzhi CSR Institute and supported by the Swiss Embassy, the launch included a training for 30 Chinese companies. The initiative strengthens security governance by promoting responsible business conduct and multistakeholder engagement across China and Africa.

    25 Jul 2025

Shaping the future of UN peacekeeping On the sidelines of the Peacekeeping Ministerial in Berlin, DCAF, UN OROLSI, and IPI co-hosted a side event in New York to explore lessons learned from security sector governance and reform. The discussion highlighted key recommendations for more effective peace operations — including sustainable transitions, gender-responsive approaches, and stronger political strategies. 21 Jul 2025

  • Shaping the future of UN peacekeeping

    On the sidelines of the Peacekeeping Ministerial in Berlin, DCAF, UN OROLSI, and IPI co-hosted a side event in New York to explore lessons learned from security sector governance and reform. The discussion highlighted key recommendations for more effective peace operations — including sustainable transitions, gender-responsive approaches, and stronger political strategies.

    21 Jul 2025

Strengthening inclusive reintegration for veterans DCAF and Horizon of Changes held a second MEAL workshop as part of a project to support diverse and inclusive reintegration policies for veterans in Ukraine. Civil society participants explored key monitoring and evaluation tools while strengthening advocacy for women and LGBTIQ+ veterans.  18 Jul 2025

  • Strengthening inclusive reintegration for veterans

    DCAF and Horizon of Changes held a second MEAL workshop as part of a project to support diverse and inclusive reintegration policies for veterans in Ukraine. Civil society participants explored key monitoring and evaluation tools while strengthening advocacy for women and LGBTIQ+ veterans. 

    18 Jul 2025

Celebrating 25 years of partnership in Beirut As part of its 25th anniversary, DCAF hosted a reception in Beirut, gathering representatives from Lebanese security agencies, civil society, ministries, and the diplomatic community. The event, attended by Director Nathalie Chuard, honored decades of collaboration and reaffirmed DCAF’s commitment to transparent, inclusive, and accountable security governance in Lebanon and beyond. 14 Jul 2025

  • Celebrating 25 years of partnership in Beirut

    As part of its 25th anniversary, DCAF hosted a reception in Beirut, gathering representatives from Lebanese security agencies, civil society, ministries, and the diplomatic community. The event, attended by Director Nathalie Chuard, honored decades of collaboration and reaffirmed DCAF’s commitment to transparent, inclusive, and accountable security governance in Lebanon and beyond.

    14 Jul 2025

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