Jean Ayoub

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Why neutrality matters for humanity? I’m turning the focus to neutrality on this World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day. It's one of our fundamental principles and our guiding star. My opinion piece with Humanitarian Practice Network on what neutrality is, what it is not - and why it's so crucial. https://lnkd.in/dM2iBJtA 

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Every encounter with cases of SGBV serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to reflect on our actions. The loss of young lives and the extinguishing of hope in young girls at the hands of perpetrators raises profound questions about our collective efforts. Are our current initiatives and interventions truly sufficient? How can we amplify our impact and address the root causes more effectively? These reflections compel us to delve deeper into the complexities of this issue, seeking the missing pieces that could make a transformative difference in the lives of those affected. #SGBV #womenempowerment #kibra

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Join us on UN Day for the launch of Coalition for the UN We Need (C4UN)’s new conversation series, Bilateral! Bilateral is a series of virtual fireside chats about transforming global governance and reforming the UN, hosted by the Coalition for the UN We Need.  In our first conversation, this Thursday on UN Day, I will down with Stefan Löfven, former Prime Minister of Sweden, co-chair of the United Nations Secretary-General’s High-Level Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism, and Member of the Club de Madrid, to discuss what it would take to create the UN we need. The High-Level Advisory Board on Effective Multilateralism released a flagship report in 2023, calling for six major shifts to transform global governance. Amid the line-by-line negotiations of the UN Summit of the Future, did states lose sight of these bigger picture shifts? Did any of the Advisory Board’s recommendations get traction? Given the challenge of negotiating more modest reforms during the summit, in today’s polarized and politicized environment, what pathways exist to achieve the more ambitious changes laid out in the report? Join us for a wide-ranging conversation unpacking these questions and more! Date: Thursday 24 October Time: 13:30-14:30 EDT Location: Online Register here: https://lnkd.in/d2F44UGg Have topics you’d like to raise with Prime Minister Löfven? Respond to this post with your questions and I'll try to weave them/you into the discussion. C4UN mobilizes civil society organisations and multi-stakeholder coalitions in the renewal, innovation, and strengthening of the United Nations system. Sign up here to receive information about future events hosted by C4UN and its members: https://lnkd.in/deN_SP_x

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Just a week away from #UNCCD #COP16 in #Riyadh! ChildFund International will attend with a youth delegation from around the world to advocate for explicitly including children's needs and rights in the conference decisions. If you haven't read about them yet, go over to our blog and check out these inspiring youth: https://lnkd.in/ds2i5dz2 At COP16 we will emphasize: 1. Policies must protect children in countries, particularly at risk of drought and land degradation. 2. The importance of safe and sustainable environments to support children’s physical and mental health, education, protection, and skills development from early age to young adults.​ 3. Children and youth as agents of change in sustainable land management and the importance of intergenerational dialogue and action. #BecauseWeNeedEachOther​

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'Delhi summers brought the anticipation of ripe mangoes but also the challenges of staying cool and hydrated amidst power cuts and limited air conditioning.' Here's my latest essay for Capita Ideas, where I share a bit about my childhood, what I learned growing up in scorching summers in Delhi, and how child and family serving infrastructure can better adapt to extreme heat in cities. "This is not just about making sure that facilities have air conditioning. We need to reimagine all the systems and structures that serve families and children—from health and human services to infrastructure and urban design. We need policies for reducing urban heat islands and an overreliance on air conditioning through passive cooling, adding green spaces and shade, and improving infrastructure." https://lnkd.in/eSN3ZUEf

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How can a feminist approach transform sexual and reproductive health and rights in humanitarian settings? In this post, MSF Humanitarian Affairs Analyst Peixuan Xie examines the gendered nature of SRHR needs and progressive potential of leveraging feminist methods for inclusive SRHR in humanitarian assistance and in post-humanitarian transition, arguing that feminist analysis could help unveil the continuum and power dynamics of SRHR deprivation. https://lnkd.in/eFYBfhG3 #GenderEquality #SRHR

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REGISTER to attend: What are some of the lessons, challenges and opportunities for effective social norms change? Strengthening norms and values that support positive, gender-equitable relationships and non-violent problem solving is one of the strategies in INSPIRE: 7 Strategies to Prevent Violence Against Children. Shifting deeply entrenched beliefs about the role of men, women and children is often challenging. However, evidence shows that it is an effective way to keep children safe. This webinar showcases global approaches to strengthening norms, focusing on the lessons learned, challenges, adaptations and key ingredients of successful interventions. Date: 3 June 2024 Time: 16pm - 17:30pm SAST #INSPIRE #Violenceprevention #Violenceagainstchildren https://lnkd.in/dDDzFgSr

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3 take-aways from the thought-provoking discussions on climate action - a subject of critical importance to our shared future - at the #Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week (#HNPW) in Geneva earlier this month: 1️⃣ We, the humanitarian community, need to move beyond a false dichotomy between scientific data and local knowledge in the context of climate change adaptation strategies. It’s clear that local knowledge and scientific data translated at the local level is what will enable impactful climate action in the world's most vulnerable communities. 2️⃣ As primary data collectors and evidence producers in countries at the forefront of the climate crisis, our responsibility as IMPACT initiatives is to empower communities with the necessary tools and data to understand risks and act upon them based on priorities identified at the local level. This will allow all stakeholders to invest time and resources in solutions that are grounded in the local context and capitalize on the latest available knowledge on climate and environmental risks. 3️⃣ It’s imperative that we collect, analyse, and disseminate data on the impact of climate change in the most fragile and conflict-affected settings. These areas must not be overlooked in discussions about loss and damages compensations, while they are the most vulnerable to the adverse effects of our changing climate.    If you missed any of the sessions my IMPACT Initiatives colleagues participated in, we have compiled our key takeaways from IMPACT’s engagements at HNPW 2024 - https://lnkd.in/gAuCCbiR Let’s continue the conversation and turn these insights into action!

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Love, Suffering, and Transformation. Meeting a refugee who rediscovered the profound love within his existing family after losing everything sparked this reflection: Great love and suffering can transform us. They break down barriers and open us to a deeper reality, like this man I met finding his true family. These experiences, not just religious teachings, are the most powerful spiritual teachers. Love is what we crave, but suffering can be the path to find it. Both are gateways to a transformed life. https://lnkd.in/dbT4nm8d

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😥 Heart-breaking findings from World Vision new report revealing that NOT A SINGLE COUNTRY SURVEYED HAS FULLY OUTLAWED AND ENFORCED A PROHIBITION OF ALL FORMS OF VIOLENCE AGAINST CHILDREN. The research shows that 1 in 2 children are victims of violence. For instance, child labour is currently a reality for 160 million children with numbers only increasing as a result of climate change. 12 million girls are married during their childhood. 📣 "With two months to go until the Global Ministerial on Ending Violence Against Children, World Vision is calling on all governments to urgently step up their efforts and increase investments to end violence against children. The forthcoming Ministerial Conference is a historic opportunity to finally close unfinished business.” Wise words from my wonderful colleague Tamara Tutnjevic Gorman ! First and foremost, tackling violence against children is a critical #ChildRights issue. But tackling VAC also makes financial sense - the global financial cost of violence against children is estimated at $7 trillion annually. Read more:    https://lnkd.in/di5xaZkJ #All4Children #Ittakesaworld

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Gender-based violence originates from deep-rooted issues like gender inequality, harmful cultural norms, economic stress, and substance abuse. Weak legal systems and lack of education further fuel this crisis. To end GBV, we must challenge these injustices and build a society where everyone feels safe and respected. #EndGBV #GenderEquality #BreakTheSilence

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"The New Humanitarian | The problem with emergency aid’s growing reliance on corporations" https://lnkd.in/eiRUFGg3 I have attached the mentioned article as it is of key importance the relation between humanitarian aid and the support given by Corporations with emergencies aid's. The present help and continuous support that is given by Corporations are guided not exactly with the same principles that a Humanitarnrian Organization (HO) has, it is true that besides finance they can give donate services or equipments, instruments, tools, kits,etc. But all HO must be careful of the relationship, ethics, influence and dependence. As we see the cost of living soaring, what was before the individual donations have been more than reduced, so there is a need to seek other funding and partnerships. Is clear that there has to be a selection who will be accepted,c which will not go against either the principles or objectives of the HO. The waters of relations might not be very stills. What will be your suggestions in order to have a support that will be objective and independant? As one suggestion, could be that, there could be a universal worldwide global humanitarian reduction tax programme for those donating a certain percentage, determine by their yearly results, been the following the targets: paid corporations, companies, businesses,billionaires, etc. And with that create a global fund for Humanitarian emergencies handle by a neutral, not influenced and objective organization, which could be a existing one (might be (OCHA), but with certainty that the leadership and any relationship, will have no interest of any kind., having a independant Committee Oversight to render account. Transparency, Accountability Ethic,, will always be key. This might reduce Appeal campaigns.

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Reproductive health program resilience and preparedness remain underfunded, under appreciated, and misunderstood. ALL RH programs need to evaluate their vulnerability to disruption, not just those working in fragile settings. And yet this work continues to fall into the gap between development and humanitarian programs. Kudos to those who continue to address this persistent challenge. Fabulous work FP2030, PROPEL Adapt, Alex Omari , and Ashley Wolfington! And ICYMI, check out PROPEL Adapt’s FP/RH Resilience Advocacy Toolkit launched in May, adaptable for different countries and contexts. Another great resource! https://lnkd.in/ezJNHutH MSI Reproductive Choices, International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), USAID - Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance, USAID

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🌍 Mercy Corps welcomes the opportunity to collaborate with the new UK government on tackling critical global issues such as conflict, climate change, and rising humanitarian needs. Harpinder Athwal Collacott, Mercy Corps Executive Director for Europe, highlights the urgent need for renewed UK leadership and substantial investments in climate finance to ensure a safer and more stable future for all. Read more about our vision and call to action in the full article 👇 #ClimateAction #GlobalLeadership #SustainableDevelopment https://lnkd.in/emwjxa_A

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A MEAL system is only effective when project teams use monitoring and evaluation data to promote accountability and learning. Specifically, teams can use these data to demonstrate and improve the effectiveness, efficiency, outcomes, and impact of their projects. 

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Sharing a new role to work with us at Culture is Life leading measurement and evaluation across all programs and projects supporting cultural and well-being outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people. https://lnkd.in/gXhT7VfY #employment #measurement #evaluation #impact

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How many indicators are "enough"?🤔 Too many may lead to information overload and analysis paralysis, while too few may leave your judgement askew. 🔔Join my Monitoring and Evaluation Academy where you get practical help with your tricky M&E issues via our monthly workshops and community of practice https://lnkd.in/epqEsMF6 #indicators

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