Welcome to another episode of INSSA Insights. In this episode, we explore the realm of NGO security and humanitarian aid, focusing on the INSSA-CSD Excellence Awards. Host Amaury Cooper engages with distinguished guests, including Ebe Brons, CEO of the Center For Safety and Development, Rising Star Award recipient Mahmoud Al Iskandarani, and Outstanding Achiever Award winner Emanuely Okongo. The episode highlights the awards' importance, the future of NGO security, and the impactful contributions of rising talents in the field.

Join us for an in-depth look at the changing dynamics of humanitarian aid and security risk management.

Takeaways

• Identifying and Nurturing Talent for Frontline Security
• Future of NGO Security
• Attracting Diversity to NGO Security Field

Quotes

"To prepare for the fast-approaching future, people must get training, education, and mentoring." - Ebe Brons"We have young people, and it's important to provide them with the necessary skills tailored to our operational environment."- Emmanuely Okongo

"More training in humanitarian law is vital. We stay impartial in conflicts to help those in need, a core commitment when joining humanitarian organizations." - Mahmoud Al Iskandarani

Featured in this Episode

Ebe Brons
Director, Centre for Safety and Development
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ebe-brons-63280310/

Emmanuely Okongo
Security and Access Coordinator for Global Surge
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuely-okongo-6b746221a/

Mahmoud Al Iskandarani
Safety and Security Consultant
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahmoud-al-iskandarani-995134119/

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
03:41 - Team Gratitude for the Rising Star Award
07:37 - Certification and Skill Recognition in NGO Security
09:55 - Enhancing NGO Security Expertise with Travel and Training
11:38 - Advocating for Diversity with Tangible Organizational Practices
16:16 - The Holistic Mission of NGO Security Professionals
17:52 - Avi's Insights: Necessity for Heightened Focus on Humanitarian Law
21:19 - Fostering Generosity, Skill Development, and Resolving Global Conflicts
24:40 - Conclusion

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