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With an unprecedented number of humanitarian crises around the world, the Humanitarian Agenda is committed to inform policy solutions to novel humanitarian challenges through expert dialogue and analysis and to developing and advancing avenues for improving humanitarian response and increasing humanitarian access.

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Mitigating Financial Access Challenges

Nonprofits experience significant difficulties transferring funds for humanitarian and peacebuilding activities in areas with the presence of sanctioned actors. Ensuring financial access requires close cooperation between the nonprofit, governmental, and financial sectors.

Report by Jacob Kurtzer , Sue Eckert , and Sierra Ballard — October 25, 2022

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The Truth of the Matter

Ukrainian Refugees and Food Insecurity

CSIS Global Food Security Program director Caitlin Welsh and CSIS Humanitarian Agenda director Jake Kurtzer join the podcast to talk about the Ukrainian refugee crisis, the growing food insecurity in Ukraine, and the internationalization of food insecurity due to Russia’s invasion.

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz , Caitlin Welsh , and Jacob Kurtzer — March 16, 2022

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Ukraine’s Regional Displacement Crisis

As many as 1.5 million people were displaced in Ukraine before the start of the Russian invasion. About 100,000 people are already moving within Ukraine due to the invasion, and this number is expected to rise significantly.

Commentary by Erol Yayboke — February 25, 2022

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The Humanitarian Toll of Russia’s Invasion

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has generated widespread humanitarian consequences. While uncertainty remains over the course of the conflict, donors and humanitarian actors should act now to prepare for all contingencies in Ukraine and beyond.

Commentary by Jacob Kurtzer — February 25, 2022

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What’s next for the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan?

This event will discuss the current negotiations for the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) mandate, which is up for renewal in March and is more important than ever to address ongoing crises in Afghanistan.

Event by Annie Pforzheimer , Nilofar Sakhi , James B. Cunningham , and Mark Bowden — February 24, 2022

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The Long March to Peace: Key Obstacles to Overcome in Ethiopia

In Ethiopia, the obstacles to peace remain in place. To give nascent talks a chance, the United States should use its leverage to press the parties to stop ongoing violence, end the de-facto humanitarian blockade of Tigray, and see the withdrawal of foreign forces.

Commentary by David Del Conte — February 10, 2022

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Assessing Economic Crisis Response Options for Afghanistan

As Afghanistan's economic and humanitarian conditions deteriorate, the U.S. government and international stakeholders should identify and implement new proposals to sustain Afghanistan’s economy and support the humanitarian response.

Commentary by Jacob Kurtzer and Alex Zerden — February 9, 2022

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The Civilian Impacts of a Possible Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Concerns are growing over the impact a Russian invasion could have on civilians in Ukraine. The humanitarian picture is alarming, and an invasion could precipitate a crisis, the severity of which would depend on the location, length, and lethality of military operations.

Critical Questions by Jacob Kurtzer , Catherine Nzuki , Erol Yayboke , and Andrew Lohsen — February 2, 2022

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The Global Humanitarian Overview 2022: Climate, Gender, and Humanitarian Response

The climate crisis, Covid-19, and armed conflict put an estimated 274 million people in need of humanitarian assistance in 2022. The scope of needs necessitates a shift in aid architecture, including in gender equity and funding models.

Critical Questions by Jacob Kurtzer , Hareem Fatima Abdullah , and Nicolas Jude Larnerd — January 27, 2022

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Towards Durable Solutions: Addressing Humanitarian Challenges in Bangladesh and Myanmar

Please join the CSIS Humanitarian Agenda for a panel discussion to address the main humanitarian challenges in Myanmar and Bangladesh and opportunities to move toward durable solutions for those displaced or in need of humanitarian assistance.

Event by Elizabeth Hoffman , Daniel P. Sullivan , Naw K’nyaw Paw , and Representative Steve Chabot (R-OH) — January 12, 2022

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