This report examines how humanitarian negotiations unfold at the community level and how affected people shape access, protection, and assistance in crisis contexts.
In the past, learning opportunities in our sector were often provided through a single-agency format, driven by reasons like confidentiality and organizational specificity. However, the last decade has seen a shift towards interagency or multi-agency formats, enriching peer experiences and enhancing coordinated humanitarian efforts in the field. The Centre of Competence on Humanitarian Negotiation (CCHN) has embraced this approach, fostering a community of practice with over 8,000 members.
During this session, CCHN aims to highlight the benefits of multi-agency learning opportunities and explore ways to improve collaboration across different offerings in the sector.
Humanitarian negotiation, now recognized as a crucial competence, encompasses various soft skills such as communication, empathy, and influence. Its formalisation has led to a highly connected global community of practice, promoting peer learning and development.
Additionally, the session will commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Naivasha Grid, showcasing its impact and expansion through the community of practice in deep-field operations.
Speakers:
- Josef Reiterer, Lead of the Capability Development I Civil-Military Coordination Service, Response Support Branch (RSB) and Coordination Division at the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
- Panos Moumtzis, Executive Director of the Global Executive Leadership Initiative
- Alain Lempereur,
- Kristin Fabbe, Chair in Comparative Politics and Business, Director of Executive Education at the European University Institute
- Eileen Morrow, Policy and Advocacy Coordinator at the