Human Security

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Human Security

Human security is an interdisciplinary, people-centred approach that responds to the complexity of contemporary crises. It redefines traditional security paradigms by emphasising protection from systemic threats—such as violence, poverty, health, the environment, displacement, and governance—and by strengthening local capacities.

In a world marked by the convergence of crises—armed conflicts, pandemics, climate change, and governance breakdowns—the IRIS Human Security programme seeks to analyse these issues through the lens of social justice, sustainable development, and positive, inclusive peace. It also aims to inform public and international action that is rooted in social vulnerabilities and resilience.

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An analysis of the complexity of threats

Armed conflicts, health crises, climate disasters, extreme poverty, political violence, disinformation…

An analysis of the complexity of threats

A multidisciplinary approach

Integrating the social, health, environmental, economic and political dimensions of fragile and hostile contexts

A multidisciplinary approach

An identification of the real needs of populations

By strengthening resilience, fundamental rights, and the participation of civil society organisations.

An identification of the real needs of populations

A critical reflection on the Humanitarian – Development – Peace nexus

in a world marked by growing rivalries and the fragmentation of international alliances.

A critical reflection on the Humanitarian – Development – Peace nexus
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