SECURITY AND HUMAN RIGHTS KNOWLEDGE HUB

One stop shop for tools & guidance on security, human rights and business
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In complex environments, companies encounter a range of security and human rights challenges that demand context-specific solutions.

The DCAF-ICRC partnership, established in 2012, is dedicated to promoting responsible business conduct in complex and conflict-affected environments.

The Knowledge Hub is an interactive platform designed to compile practical guidance and tools for governments, civil society, and companies on business, security, and human rights.

Video: The DCAF-ICRC Partnership - Managing Security and Protecting Rights

Overview

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Responsible security management is challenging in complex environments where governance is weak. Ineffective security management can result in risks to company operations and personnel and can jeopardize the human rights of local communities. In conflict-affected areas, companies can never be considered as neutral, as their mere presence and actions will inevitably impact the dynamics of conflict or crisis.

Where can companies turn to for guidance and support?

The DCAF-ICRC Knowledge Hub is a digital space designed to foster dialogue, facilitate learning and promote good business practices for companies in responsible security management and compliance with human rights and international humanitarian law.

Drawing on extensive experience and expertise of the ICRC and DCAF, as well as a vast network of practitioners, risk managers, and policymakers, the Knowledge Hub and Toolkit - our flagship guidance - provide comprehensive and dynamic resources for companies seeking to build synergies and trust-based relationships with security providers (public or private), governments, and local communities.


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Mining Royalties: A Global Study of their Impact on Investors, Government, and Civil Society (The World Bank, 2006)
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Mining Royalties: A Global Study of their Impact on Investors, Government, and Civil Society (The World Bank, 2006)

Mining Royalties: A Global Study of their Impact on Investors, Government, and Civil Society (The World Bank, 2006)
Fragile! Handle with Care: Multinationals and Conflict
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Fragile! Handle with Care: Multinationals and Conflict

Fragile! Handle with Care: Multinationals and Conflict
Child Rights and Security Handbook: An implementation companion to the Child Rights and Security Checklist (UNICEF, 2018)
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Child Rights and Security Handbook: An implementation companion to the Child Rights and Security Checklist (UNICEF, 2018)

Child Rights and Security Handbook: An implementation companion to the Child Rights and Security Checklist (UNICEF, 2018)
Child Rights and Security Checklist (UNICEF, 2017)
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Child Rights and Security Checklist (UNICEF, 2017)

Child Rights and Security Checklist (UNICEF, 2017)
Child Rights and Mining Toolkit (UNICEF, 2017)
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Child Rights and Mining Toolkit (UNICEF, 2017)

Child Rights and Mining Toolkit (UNICEF, 2017)
Local Content: A Guidance Document for the Oil and Gas Industry (IPIECA, 2016)
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Local Content: A Guidance Document for the Oil and Gas Industry (IPIECA, 2016)

Local Content: A Guidance Document for the Oil and Gas Industry (IPIECA, 2016)
Community grievance mechanisms in the oil and gas industry (IPIECA, 2015)
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Community grievance mechanisms in the oil and gas industry (IPIECA, 2015)

Community grievance mechanisms in the oil and gas industry (IPIECA, 2015)
First Engagement: A Field Guide for Explorers (PDAC, 2015)
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First Engagement: A Field Guide for Explorers (PDAC, 2015)

First Engagement: A Field Guide for Explorers (PDAC, 2015)
Land acquisition and resettlement: Lessons learned
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Land acquisition and resettlement: Lessons learned

Responsibly undertaking resettlement activities is one means by which companies can positively contribute to development
Site-level Grievance and Community Response Mechanisms: A Practical Design and Implementation Guide for the Resource Development Industry (MAC, 2015)
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Site-level Grievance and Community Response Mechanisms: A Practical Design and Implementation Guide for the Resource Development Industry (MAC, 2015)

Site-level Grievance and Community Response Mechanisms: A Practical Design and Implementation Guide for the Resource Development Industry (MAC, 2015)
Understanding Company-Community Relations Toolkit (ICMM, 2015)
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Understanding Company-Community Relations Toolkit (ICMM, 2015)

Understanding Company-Community Relations Toolkit (ICMM, 2015)
A Business Reference Guide: United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UN Global Compact, 2013)
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A Business Reference Guide: United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UN Global Compact, 2013)

A Business Reference Guide: United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UN Global Compact, 2013)
FPIC and the Extractive Industries: A Guide to Applying the Spirit of Free, Prior and Informed Consent in Industrial Projects (IIED, 2013)
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FPIC and the Extractive Industries: A Guide to Applying the Spirit of Free, Prior and Informed Consent in Industrial Projects (IIED, 2013)

FPIC and the Extractive Industries: A Guide to Applying the Spirit of Free, Prior and Informed Consent in Industrial Projects (IIED, 2013)
Operational Level Grievance Mechanisms: Good Practice Survey (IPIECA, 2012)
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Operational Level Grievance Mechanisms: Good Practice Survey (IPIECA, 2012)

Operational Level Grievance Mechanisms: Good Practice Survey (IPIECA, 2012)
Community Development Toolkit (ICMM, 2012)
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Community Development Toolkit (ICMM, 2012)

Community Development Toolkit (ICMM, 2012)
Piloting Principles for Effective Company-Stakeholder Grievance Mechanisms: A Report of Lessons Learned (Rees, 2011)
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Piloting Principles for Effective Company-Stakeholder Grievance Mechanisms: A Report of Lessons Learned (Rees, 2011)

Piloting Principles for Effective Company-Stakeholder Grievance Mechanisms: A Report of Lessons Learned (Rees, 2011)
Good Practice Guide - Indigenous Peoples and Mining (ICMM, 2010)
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Good Practice Guide - Indigenous Peoples and Mining (ICMM, 2010)

Good Practice Guide - Indigenous Peoples and Mining (ICMM, 2010)
Good Practice Note: Addressing Grievances from Project-Affected Communities (IFC, 2009)
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Good Practice Note: Addressing Grievances from Project-Affected Communities (IFC, 2009)

Good Practice Note: Addressing Grievances from Project-Affected Communities (IFC, 2009)
Excellence in Social Responsibility e-toolkit (ESR) (PDAC, 2009)
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Excellence in Social Responsibility e-toolkit (ESR) (PDAC, 2009)

Excellence in Social Responsibility e-toolkit (ESR) (PDAC, 2009)
Mapping Grievance Mechanisms in the Business and Human Rights Arena (CSR Initiative, 2008)
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Mapping Grievance Mechanisms in the Business and Human Rights Arena (CSR Initiative, 2008)

Mapping Grievance Mechanisms in the Business and Human Rights Arena (CSR Initiative, 2008)
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