Protection remains a cornerstone of humanitarian work, and there is growing recognition that the most effective approach is one co-created with the affected communities themselves. Local and national organizations often lead such people-centered approaches as they directly represent affected people and communities. Listening to their voices, supporting local and community-based protection solutions, and enhancing accountability to those affected, must be integral to our efforts. Today, we must do more to ensure that humanitarian interventions are principled, effective, and accountable - not only to each other but to the people and communities we serve. The session aims to identify and advance - based on existing good practices - the people centered protection agenda, exchange on experiences and explore factors that facilitate accountability and inclusivity of protection, and strengthen inclusive and quality protection by improving coherence in addressing cross-cutting issues.
A People-Centered Approach to Protection (Session 5: Global Protection Forum)
