Geneva Call

Geneva Call is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that works to promote the protection of civilians in armed conflicts and other situations of violence. Founded in 1998 and based in Geneva, Switzerland, the organization works to engage armed non-state actors (ANSAs) in dialogue and to promote respect for international humanitarian norms, such as the Geneva Conventions. Geneva Call’s activities include raising awareness among ANSAs of their obligations under international humanitarian law, negotiating codes of conduct, and providing training on the protection of civilians. The organization also conducts research and advocacy on issues related to the protection of civilians in armed conflict. Geneva Call operates in conflict-affected regions around the world, including in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The organization is committed to promoting the protection of civilians and to working towards a more peaceful and just world.