Saferworld

No longer the stuff of science fiction, autonomous weapons systems – and other military technologies driven by #AI – are a reality in modern conflict. But it’s a reality that the international community has yet to properly confront. In this article, Saferworld’s Charlie Linney and Xiaomin Tang look at what governments and international bodies need to do to regulate these deadly – and growing – technologies. Read more: https://bit.ly/4alFn8z #AWS2024

How does UK climate policy tie into UK security policy? With a general election on the horizon & evolving security dynamics pulling policymakers & politicians in different directions, we spoke to two experts to hear their insights on UK security policy: https://lnkd.in/d-nyug6w

What is the intersection between artificial intelligence, gender and #organisedcrime? #WPSHelpdesk’s latest research explores how new AI developments impact serious and organised crime while shedding light on the nuanced #gender dynamics in victimisation and criminal participation. Learn more about the future of #AI governance and policy implications: https://bit.ly/4bkCk1N

"It's almost like we're playing out foreign policy as a drama for a domestic audience" How are partisan framings around security policy hindering the UK's ability to take consistent positions on an international stage? Listen to Warpod to find out: https://lnkd.in/d-nyug6w

In April, the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) transitioned into the UK Integrated Security Fund (UKISF). This shift aims to combine the CSSF’s priorities with new areas like cyber and maritime security. However, there is a concern that this narrower focus on national security framing might sideline efforts to address global conflicts. In an article for Labour Foreign Policy Group, Calum Craig and Lewis Brooks call for the UK to review and enhance its peace and conflict approaches. https://lnkd.in/e5exHnnc

How can UK political parties better communicate the effects of different security policy positions? With elections on the horizon & evolving security dynamics pulling policymakers in different directions, we spoke to two experts to hear their insights: https://lnkd.in/d-nyug6w

Will we see a shift away from state-focused approaches to UK security policy with greater emphasis being given to threats from non-state groups as a result of the next UK election? We spoke to two UK security policy experts on our latest Warpod: https://bit.ly/3UQxoMs

As we bid farewell to Paul Murphy after 12 incredible years of leadership, we extend a warm welcome to Susana Klien, our new CEO. With her extensive experience and unwavering commitment to peace and justice, we are excited for the journey ahead under her leadership and we look forward to continuing to create a safer and more inclusive world for all. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Wwq7CD

New: Report by the WPS Helpdesk lays out best practices for funding women rights organisations in humanitarian crises contexts and support their leadership. Through insightful interviews with women’s movements, civil society organisations and funding institutions, the report offers practical processes to overcome traditional barriers to accessing funding. Highlights include advocating for long-term, core and flexible funding, fostering feminist networks, effectively managing risks, streamlining reporting burdens and embracing inclusive decision-making. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4dkGGY5

🎙️ New episode alert! The UK's role in the world is evolving, and so is its security landscape. Join Saferworld's Lewis Brooks and Charlie Linney for an insightful discussion with Olivia O'Sullivan, the Director of the UK in the World Programme at Chatham House and Christine Cheng, senior lecturer in War Studies at King's College London, as we discuss UK security policy ahead of the 2024 general election. Learn how UK political parties want to tackle security challenges, areas of consensus and the complexities of communicating foreign policy to domestic audiences.