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Emuron - Marc Hofer - The Karamoja region of north eastern Uganda is affected by high levels of conflict and insecurity, alongside low levels of development. Elders have traditionally exerted significant influence within Karamojong society, though this is widely believed to have been undermined by the younger generations access to guns.

Emuron - Marc Hofer - The Karamoja region of north eastern Uganda is affected by high levels of conflict and insecurity, alongside low levels of development. Elders have traditionally exerted significant influence within Karamojong society, though this is widely believed to have been undermined by the younger generations access to guns.

Aerial view of a manyatta, Karamoja - Marc Hofer: Manyattas are the traditional semi-permanent homes of the Karamojong people. In 2009-10 Saferworld worked with local community-based organisations to undertake a conflict and security assessment, gathering the experiences and views of more than 300 people on the types, causes and impacts of violence in the region. We will use this research to advise and support the Government of Uganda, development agencies and other actors in the region to address these problems and contribute to increased peace and security.

Aerial view of a manyatta, Karamoja - Marc Hofer: Manyattas are the traditional semi-permanent homes of the Karamojong people. In 2009-10 Saferworld worked with local community-based organisations to undertake a conflict and security assessment, gathering the experiences and views of more than 300 people on the types, causes and impacts of violence in the region. We will use this research to advise and support the Government of Uganda, development agencies and other actors in the region to address these problems and contribute to increased peace and security.

Nepali armed police- Tom Van Cakenberghe: Under the terms of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement, combatants who fought for the Maoists during the war are to be rehabilitated into civilian life or integrated into the state security services. Saferworld is conducting research to identify and address the diverse needs of men and women former Maoist Army combatants during this process.

Nepali armed police- Tom Van Cakenberghe: Under the terms of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement, combatants who fought for the Maoists during the war are to be rehabilitated into civilian life or integrated into the state security services. Saferworld is conducting research to identify and address the diverse needs of men and women former Maoist Army combatants during this process.

Womens group - Tom Van Cakenberghe: Women at a meeting of the Paralegal Committee in Purena, a predominantly Muslim village in Banke district, western Nepal. The committee\'s 25 volunteers visit homes to mediate cases of domestic violence, sexual harassment, child marriage and property disputes. In the absence of effective police and courts, it is estimated that up to 80 percent of the country\'s disputes are settled through informal justice mechanisms such as this. Saferworld is conducting research to map informal justice mechanisms in Nepal and assess how equitable and responsive they are to the needs of vulnerable groups in society.

Womens group - Tom Van Cakenberghe: Women at a meeting of the Paralegal Committee in Purena, a predominantly Muslim village in Banke district, western Nepal. The committee\'s 25 volunteers visit homes to mediate cases of domestic violence, sexual harassment, child marriage and property disputes. In the absence of effective police and courts, it is estimated that up to 80 percent of the country\'s disputes are settled through informal justice mechanisms such as this. Saferworld is conducting research to map informal justice mechanisms in Nepal and assess how equitable and responsive they are to the needs of vulnerable groups in society.

Peaceful referendum rally, Southern Sudan - Irina Mosel: Over 5000 people take part in a colourful rally under the slogan - Peaceful Referendum without Guns - held at Freedom Square in Bor town. Saferworld supported a series of events in the lead up to referendum in January 2011 to promote a peaceful vote.

Peaceful referendum rally, Southern Sudan - Irina Mosel: Over 5000 people take part in a colourful rally under the slogan - Peaceful Referendum without Guns - held at Freedom Square in Bor town. Saferworld supported a series of events in the lead up to referendum in January 2011 to promote a peaceful vote.

Traditional dancers, Bor, Southern Sudan - Irina Mosel: Dance groups from the different tribes of Jonglei state perform traditional dances at a peaceful referendum rally in Bor Town. The prevalence of illicit small arms in the region fuels tension between different communities, and increases the likelihood of confrontations ending violently. Saferworld is developing community security pilot sites in three states bringing together police and communities to find sustainable solutions to their security concerns.

Traditional dancers, Bor, Southern Sudan - Irina Mosel: Dance groups from the different tribes of Jonglei state perform traditional dances at a peaceful referendum rally in Bor Town. The prevalence of illicit small arms in the region fuels tension between different communities, and increases the likelihood of confrontations ending violently. Saferworld is developing community security pilot sites in three states bringing together police and communities to find sustainable solutions to their security concerns.

Dynamics of the international arms trade: This floor graphic illustrates how with no international legally-binding agreement on the transfer of arms, weapons can be moved easily to regions of conflict and to countries known for human rights abuses, thereby sustaining conflict, destroying lives and undermining development. Enacting better regulation and a more responsible approach to arms transfers are critical elements in preventing conflict and promoting peace.

Dynamics of the international arms trade: This floor graphic illustrates how with no international legally-binding agreement on the transfer of arms, weapons can be moved easily to regions of conflict and to countries known for human rights abuses, thereby sustaining conflict, destroying lives and undermining development. Enacting better regulation and a more responsible approach to arms transfers are critical elements in preventing conflict and promoting peace.

Timeline: This timeline highlights key moments for Saferworld as we have responded to emerging challenges during the past 20 years. It is the shape of an AK-47, or Kalashnikov, assault rifle. This gun has become a universal symbol for violent conflict and the largely unregulated international arms trade. Sixty years after its invention, the Kalashnikov\'s durability, low production cost and ease of use means that it remains one of the most widely used guns in the world. During the past 20 years Saferworld has led calls for tough global standards on arms transfers. At the same time we work with governments, civil society and communities to reduce the demand for weapons by improving community safety and addressing the insecurities that cause people to own and use illicit weapons.

Timeline: This timeline highlights key moments for Saferworld as we have responded to emerging challenges during the past 20 years. It is the shape of an AK-47, or Kalashnikov, assault rifle. This gun has become a universal symbol for violent conflict and the largely unregulated international arms trade. Sixty years after its invention, the Kalashnikov\'s durability, low production cost and ease of use means that it remains one of the most widely used guns in the world. During the past 20 years Saferworld has led calls for tough global standards on arms transfers. At the same time we work with governments, civil society and communities to reduce the demand for weapons by improving community safety and addressing the insecurities that cause people to own and use illicit weapons.

Palm Trees - Mao Makara: Since the end of almost three decades of armed conflict in 1998, Cambodia has been dealing with a huge quantity of weaponry in civilian hands. Between 1999 and 2004, the Government, with the help of the European Union, destroyed 125,000 weapons. Huge bonfires of firearms publically displayed Cambodia\'s determination to create a weapon-free society. This sculpture was produced by Cambodian (Khmer) artists using weapon parts destroyed in the Flame of Peace weapon destruction programme in 2004. With special thanks to Toby Poolman for lending this sculpture.

Palm Trees - Mao Makara: Since the end of almost three decades of armed conflict in 1998, Cambodia has been dealing with a huge quantity of weaponry in civilian hands. Between 1999 and 2004, the Government, with the help of the European Union, destroyed 125,000 weapons. Huge bonfires of firearms publically displayed Cambodia\'s determination to create a weapon-free society. This sculpture was produced by Cambodian (Khmer) artists using weapon parts destroyed in the Flame of Peace weapon destruction programme in 2004. With special thanks to Toby Poolman for lending this sculpture.

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