Just as counterterrorism can negatively impact human rights, it often impedes the lifesaving work of humanitarian aid, development, and peacebuilding organizations. Populations in need often find themselves in proximity to proscribed groups, making program delivery exceedingly complicated if not outright prohibited.
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OFAC Issues Compliance Communiqué: Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance to the Palestinian People
Washington, D.C. - On Nov. 14, 2023, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued a Compliance Communiqué, Guidance for the Provision of Humanitarian Assistance to the Palestinian People. The Communiqué states that “[t]he U.S.
C&SN Statement on the Conflict in Palestine and Israel: Safe and Secure Access for Humanitarian Aid and Peacebuilding Processes Must Be Maintained
Following the eruption of violence taking place in Palestine and Israel since Oct. 7, the Charity & Security Network (C&SN) is deeply saddened by the considerable loss of civilian lives and emphasizes the importance of
C&SN Attends Regional Meeting on Exploring Positive Measures for a Sustainable Solution in Syria
On Jul. 12-13, 2023, the Charity & Security Network (C&SN) attended a regional meeting and working dialogue in Rome hosted by the Carter Center, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and the
Charity & Security Network Opposes Taliban Sanctions NDAA Amendment
On Jul. 13 2023, United States (U.S.) Representatives Scott Perry (R-PA) and Eli Crane (R-AZ) introduced the "Prohibition on Funding for and Removal of Sanctions Against the Taliban" amendment (No. 56) to the National Defense
OFAC Issues New General Licenses for Sudan
On Jun. 1, 2023, the United States (U.S.) Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued four general licenses (GLs) authorizing certain activities and transactions in Sudan, including General License 2, which
C&SN Speaks at High-Level Civil Society Event at the United Nations
On Mar. 9, 2023, the Global Center on Cooperative Security hosted the event, “Civil Society Reflections on the 2023 Report of the Secretary-General on Activities of the United Nations System in Implementing the United Nations