Information on "Non-Governmental Organizations"
July 2013
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30 Jul 2013
Learning to Love NGOs: The Growing Role of Civil Society in Asian Security
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) are playing an increasingly important role in promoting human security across Asia. James Gannon, however, believes they can do better, especially if national governments and regional institutions provide increased support to the nonprofit sector. More on «Learning to Love NGOs: The Growing Role of Civil Society in Asian Security»
December 2012
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5 Dec 2012
Are Private Military Companies (PMCs) Exempted from Geneva Conventions?
Many Western states are increasingly depending on private contractors to perform tasks once done by regular armed forces. Does this trend then exempt contractors from the international laws that regulate armed conflict and protect civilians, asks Richard Rousseau? More on «Are Private Military Companies (PMCs) Exempted from Geneva Conventions?»
December 2009
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14 Dec 2009
East Africa’s Albino Underworld
Thousands of albino people in East Africa remain under constant security or live completely in hiding to avoid being kidnapped by witchcraft practitioners, Jody Ray Bennett writes for ISN Security Watch. More on «East Africa’s Albino Underworld»
