World Humanitarian Summit Consultations

Guests: Jean DuffCoordinator of the Joint Learning Initiative on Faith & Local CommunitiesInterviewer: Mark SimmonsAccording to Jean Duff, Coordinator of the Joint Learning Initiative on Faith & Local Communities, the focus on localization at the #WHSummit has helped to give the visibility of faith-based communities and their efforts and contributions to humanitarian assistance. To strengthen their engagement, a focus should be on capacity building and pragmatic partnerships and faith-based organizations should speak up and organize themselves better so that donors and other organizations see them as viable partners.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Tyler RadfordExecutive Director, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap TeamInterviewer: Angharad LaingTyler Radford, Executive Director of Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team, talked to Angharad Laing about the World Humanitarian Summit, including the controversy over bringing humanitarian and development work together under the same umbrella.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Tatiana VivianeDirector, FHAPInterviewer: Mark SimmonsTatiana Viviane, Director of Femme Homme Action Plus (FHAP) and her partner organization WarChild are giving a voice to the children affected by war. They call on world leaders at the #WHSummit to put children at the heart of humanitarian action, providing them with appropriate education and other services. Find more of their messages at https://www.warchild.org.uk/news/war-child-and-world-humanitarian-summitPHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Sunday Babatunde, Regional Humanitarian Civil Military Coordination Officer, OCHAInterviewer: Angharad LaingPHAP member Sunday Babatunde shares his views on the World Humanitarian Summit in Istanbul. Sunday is Regional Humanitarian Civil Military Coordination Officer with OCHA, based in Addis Abeba.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Steven E.B. KoromaHead of Branch Development and Governance Support, Sierra Leone Red Cross SocietyInterviewer: Hana SalamaSteven E.B. Koroma, Head of Branch Development and Governance Support, Sierra Leone Red Cross Society is hopeful that the uplifting messages at the #WHSummit will be converted into meaningful action. Coming from a country affected by environmental deterioration, he stresses the need to do more in the area of Disaster Risk Reduction.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Stephen McDonaldDirector, Centre for Humanitarian LeadershipInterviewer: Angharad LaingStephen McDonald, Director of the Centre for Humanitarian Leadership, shares his thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit, the importance of collaboration, and the need to properly discuss within the humanitarian sector how to relate to the development agenda.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Sara AlmerCaLP CoordinatorInterviewer: Angharad LaingSara Almer, CaLP Coordinator on the need to take cash transfer programming to scale and on how the #GrandBargain could help to make better use of cash transfer programming in preparedness efforts. The Agenda for Cash, developed by 40 organizations ahead of the #WHSummit, provides a framework for action and mutual accountability beyond the summit.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Pauline ChetcutiResponsable Plaidoyer et Policy Humanitaire – Head of Humanitarian Advocacy and Policy, Action Contre la Faim (ACF) - FranceInterviewer: Hana SalamaPauline Chetcuti, Action Contre la Faim, reflects on the importance of humanitarian principles, in particular neutrality and impartiality and the need for negotiations and dialogue with all actors in order to gain access to vulnerable populations trapped in conflict situations. Various members of Coordination SUD, a platform of French humanitarian INGOs, have put forward a joint statement to #WHSummit to advocate for these principles.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Razwan NabinSouth Asia Regional Focal Point for the WHS, UN Major Group for Children and YouthInterviewer: Mark SimmonsAs South Asia Regional Focal Point for the WHS Razwan Nabin facilitates youth participation and engagement from South Asia at the #WHSummit. Engaging young people is crucial for putting people at the center of humanitarian action and more changes are needed to ensure a better representation and integration of young people and communities in the humanitarian architecture.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Nimisha GoswamiProject Specialist, International Planned Parenthood Foundation (IPPF)Interviewer: Hana SalamaNimisha Goswami’s organization, the International Planned Parenthood Foundation (IPPF), works on reproductive health in crises at the local and community level. She welcomes the inclusiveness of the #WHSummit and having been able to exchange information with other civil society organizations on topics including gender and the special needs of women and girls.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Neil BuhneUN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator for PakistanInterviewer: Angharad LaingNeil Buhne, UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator for Pakistan, on the World Humanitarian Summit, the growing complexity of the humanitarian landscape, and the relevance of upcoming sessions in Istanbul.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Murat DaoudovPresident, Middle East Development Network (MDN)Lecturer, Marmara UniversityInterviewer: Angharad LaingPHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Martin BarberSpecial Advisor to OCHA on the World Humanitarian SummitInterviewer: Angharad LaingMartin Barber, Special Advisor to OCHA on the World Humanitarian Summit, highlights how the changing humanitarian language – people centered approach and localization – affects how humanitarians think about the the relationship between affected communities and those providing assistance. He explains that why it was good not to discuss the humanitarian architecture at this #WHSummit, but that the implementation of ideas and commitments on the localization of humanitarian action would allow for more adequate discussions about necessary adjustments in the system later on. PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Mark SimmonsCEO, CordInterviewer: Kirsten JohnsonMark Simmons, CEO of Cord, reflects on how - in addition to meeting physical needs - humanitarian action should help communities flourish by considering their social needs. At the #WHSummit he has observed some positive developments concerning the recognition of the role religion plays in many cultures and the importance of better including faith-based communities in humanitarian action.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Marco RotelliSecretary General, INTERSOSInterviewer: Mark SimmonsMarco Rotelli, Secretary General of INTERSOS says more pressure is needed, including from NGOs, to ensure concrete commitments are made by political leaders at the #WHSummit. A stronger focus on prevention of conflicts is crucial, but when discussing linking humanitarian and development efforts, a clear distinction between the different fields must be maintained.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Gavin R. Armstrong, CEO and President; Lydia Summerlee, Impact and Engagement Specialist, Lucky Iron FishInterviewer: Hana SalamaThe Lucky Iron Fish is a health innovation to combat iron deficiency. For every fish sold online, one fish is donated to a family in need. For them, the #WHSummit helps to #ShareHumanity by providing a space to build partnerships and to exchange ideas among innovators. It also helps to get governments to empower small and medium enterprises to develop innovations.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Kirsten Johnson,CEO, Humanitarian UInterviewer: Angharad LaingPHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Kimberly BrownConflict and Humanitarian Policy and Advocacy Adviser, Save the Children InternationalInterviewer: Hana SalamaPHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Karen Koning AbuZaydUN Special Adviser on the Summit on Addressing Large Movements of Refugees and MigrantsInterviewer: Angharad LaingKaren Koning AbuZayd, Special Adviser on the Summit on Addressing Large Movements of Refugees and Migrants and PHAP Board Member, interviewed regarding the World Humanitarian Summit, its role in relation to other events taking place this year, and the importance that migration and refugees are given more positive attention and a different narrative.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Husni Al-BaraziFounder, Big Heart FoundationInterviewer: Hana SalamaHusni Al-Barazi is the Founder of Big Heart Foundation, a Syrian humanitarian and development NGO with a private sector background which focuses on food security, shelter, NFI, WASH and education in forgotten areas of Syria. At the #WHSummit, he would have liked to see more engagement of the G7 or P5 and more time for expert discussions and possibly solutions regarding issues such as staff security. PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Hichem KhadhraouiHead of Operations, Geneva CallInterviewer: Mark SimmonsFor Hichem Khadhraoui, Head of Operations at Geneva Call, the High-Level Leader’s Roundtable on “Upholding the Norms that Safeguard Humanity” provided an opportunity to highlight the important role non-state armed actors play in armed conflicts and the need to not only train them on International Humanitarian Law and their responsibilities as a party to a conflict, but that they should be engaged in the discussions. PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Hana SalamaIndependent ConsultantInterviewer: Kirsten JohnsonIndependent Consultant @Hana Salama highlights the important issue of casualty reporting in armed conflicts. At the #WHSummit, two core commitments on casualty reporting are on the official agenda. Find out more at http://www.everycasualty.org/newsandviews/casualty-recording-commitment-for-whsPHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Guilhem RavierHead of Unit "Protection of the Civilian Population"International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)Interviewer: Hana SalamaGuilhem Ravier, Head of Unit "Protection of the Civilian Population", International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) welcomes the #WHSummit discussions on the importance of respecting International Humanitarian Law and the Centrality of Protection. Exchanging views and ideas at the summit helps to clarify roles and responsibilities of the various humanitarian actors and hence to strengthen synergies among them, creating a “humanitarian ecosystem”.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Senior Humanitarian Policy and Advocacy CoordinatorCARE InternationalInterviewer: Hana SalamaGareth Price-Jones, Senior Humanitarian Policy and Advocacy Coordinator at CARE International, expresses his appreciation of the #WHSummit discussion so far and welcomes the strong, concrete commitments several Member States have made in relation to the #GrandBargain. However, more engagement is needed from powerful States, including the G7 and the permanent members of the UN Security Council.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Fadi ItaniCommunications and External Relations Director, Islamic Relief WorldwideInterviewer: Mark SimmonsAccording to Fadi Itani, Communications and External Relations Director at Islamic Relief Worldwide welcomes the involvement of new actors at the #WHSummit and insists that faith based organizations are already a crucial part of the humanitarian system and should be recognized as such.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Everett ResslerDirector, Humanitarian and Development PartnershipsThe KonTerra GroupInterviewer: Hana SalamaEverett Ressler, Director, Humanitarian and Development Partnerships at the KonTerra Group, reflects on the #WHSummit and its impacts on the discussions around humanitarian action. In a situation dominated by pessimism due to ever larger humanitarian impacts, getting together to discuss humanitarian action is inspiring. More reflections are needed on underlying dynamics and on how to better engage the ever increasing capacity of civil society and governments as well as the role of new technologies.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Essam AbdelyCEO, SYANInterviewer: Angharad LaingPHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Daniel ZetterlundCEO, International Aid ServicesInterviewer: Mark SimmonsDaniel Zetterlund, CEO, International Aid Services, representing EU-CORD in Istanbul, sees the #WHSummit as a catalyst for positive change. He hopes for strong commitments on disability inclusion. He applauds the joint learning initiatives on the role of faith-based organizations in humanitarian action, but believes there is still a long way to go achieve a consensus on the issue.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Christian HuberAdvisor for Humanitarian Affairs and IHL, Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe/Brot-für-die-WeltInterviewer: Mark SimmonsChristian Huber, Advisor for Humanitarian Affairs and IHL at Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe/Brot-für-die-Welt welcomes the commitments related to the localization of humanitarian action made at the #WHSummit. In working only through local actors, many of Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe’s projects have a strong focus on capacity building and include disaster risk reduction components to reduce vulnerability. The summit has allowed organizations to rethink their strategies and provides momentum to, for example, increase cash capacity of aid organizations and local partners.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Badra Yusuf AliRegional Coordinator, Somalia NGO ConsortiumInterviewer: Hana SalamaBadra Yusuf Ali, Regional Coordinator at the Somalia NGO Consortium, welcomes the commitments made at the #WHSummit, especially those regarding durable solutions for internally displaced persons. Exchanging information among summit participants from different backgrounds working on similar issues, and discussing issues such as innovation, better programming, humanitarian principles and resilience, has been particularly enriching for her.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Azza KaramSenior Advisor on Culture at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)Interviewer: Mark SimmonsAzza Karam, Senior Advisor on Culture at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is at #WHSummit to coordinate a special session on “Religious Engagement”. Prior to the session, she reflects on the contributions of faith based organizations in humanitarian action.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Alastair AgerInterviewer: Angharad LaingAlastair Ager was mostly interested in the localization agenda at the #WHSummit and discussing potentially new ways of doing business. Local and faith-based organizations may face perceptions of partiality or a lack of neutrality that may limit their access to funding or engagement in humanitarian action. To better engage local actors moving forward, humanitarian coordination needs to ensure that international aid and actors complement the capacities and resources already available on the ground.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Ahmad Faizal PerdausPresident, MERCY MalaysiaChair, ICVAActing President, PHAPInterviewer: Hana SalamaAhmad Faizal Perdaus President of Mercy Malaysia, Chair of ICVA and Acting Chair of PHAP sees the #WHSummit as the beginning of a process and hopes that having brought together a wide variety of humanitarian stakeholders will help to change the way local and national actors as well as NGOs will be engaged in humanitarian work.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Jean DuffCoordinator of the Joint Learning Initiative on Faith & Local CommunitiesInterviewer: Mark SimmonsAccording to Jean Duff, Coordinator of the Joint Learning Initiative on Faith & Local Communities, the focus on localization at the #WHSummit has helped to give the visibility of faith-based communities and their efforts and contributions to humanitarian assistance. To strengthen their engagement, a focus should be on capacity building and pragmatic partnerships and faith-based organizations should speak up and organize themselves better so that donors and other organizations see them as viable partners.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Tyler RadfordExecutive Director, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap TeamInterviewer: Angharad LaingTyler Radford, Executive Director of Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team, talked to Angharad Laing about the World Humanitarian Summit, including the controversy over bringing humanitarian and development work together under the same umbrella.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Tatiana VivianeDirector, FHAPInterviewer: Mark SimmonsTatiana Viviane, Director of Femme Homme Action Plus (FHAP) and her partner organization WarChild are giving a voice to the children affected by war. They call on world leaders at the #WHSummit to put children at the heart of humanitarian action, providing them with appropriate education and other services. Find more of their messages at https://www.warchild.org.uk/news/war-child-and-world-humanitarian-summitPHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Sunday Babatunde, Regional Humanitarian Civil Military Coordination Officer, OCHAInterviewer: Angharad LaingPHAP member Sunday Babatunde shares his views on the World Humanitarian Summit in Istanbul. Sunday is Regional Humanitarian Civil Military Coordination Officer with OCHA, based in Addis Abeba.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Steven E.B. KoromaHead of Branch Development and Governance Support, Sierra Leone Red Cross SocietyInterviewer: Hana SalamaSteven E.B. Koroma, Head of Branch Development and Governance Support, Sierra Leone Red Cross Society is hopeful that the uplifting messages at the #WHSummit will be converted into meaningful action. Coming from a country affected by environmental deterioration, he stresses the need to do more in the area of Disaster Risk Reduction.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Stephen McDonaldDirector, Centre for Humanitarian LeadershipInterviewer: Angharad LaingStephen McDonald, Director of the Centre for Humanitarian Leadership, shares his thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit, the importance of collaboration, and the need to properly discuss within the humanitarian sector how to relate to the development agenda.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Sara AlmerCaLP CoordinatorInterviewer: Angharad LaingSara Almer, CaLP Coordinator on the need to take cash transfer programming to scale and on how the #GrandBargain could help to make better use of cash transfer programming in preparedness efforts. The Agenda for Cash, developed by 40 organizations ahead of the #WHSummit, provides a framework for action and mutual accountability beyond the summit.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Pauline ChetcutiResponsable Plaidoyer et Policy Humanitaire – Head of Humanitarian Advocacy and Policy, Action Contre la Faim (ACF) - FranceInterviewer: Hana SalamaPauline Chetcuti, Action Contre la Faim, reflects on the importance of humanitarian principles, in particular neutrality and impartiality and the need for negotiations and dialogue with all actors in order to gain access to vulnerable populations trapped in conflict situations. Various members of Coordination SUD, a platform of French humanitarian INGOs, have put forward a joint statement to #WHSummit to advocate for these principles.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Razwan NabinSouth Asia Regional Focal Point for the WHS, UN Major Group for Children and YouthInterviewer: Mark SimmonsAs South Asia Regional Focal Point for the WHS Razwan Nabin facilitates youth participation and engagement from South Asia at the #WHSummit. Engaging young people is crucial for putting people at the center of humanitarian action and more changes are needed to ensure a better representation and integration of young people and communities in the humanitarian architecture.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Nimisha GoswamiProject Specialist, International Planned Parenthood Foundation (IPPF)Interviewer: Hana SalamaNimisha Goswami’s organization, the International Planned Parenthood Foundation (IPPF), works on reproductive health in crises at the local and community level. She welcomes the inclusiveness of the #WHSummit and having been able to exchange information with other civil society organizations on topics including gender and the special needs of women and girls.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Neil BuhneUN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator for PakistanInterviewer: Angharad LaingNeil Buhne, UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator for Pakistan, on the World Humanitarian Summit, the growing complexity of the humanitarian landscape, and the relevance of upcoming sessions in Istanbul.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Murat DaoudovPresident, Middle East Development Network (MDN)Lecturer, Marmara UniversityInterviewer: Angharad LaingPHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Martin BarberSpecial Advisor to OCHA on the World Humanitarian SummitInterviewer: Angharad LaingMartin Barber, Special Advisor to OCHA on the World Humanitarian Summit, highlights how the changing humanitarian language – people centered approach and localization – affects how humanitarians think about the the relationship between affected communities and those providing assistance. He explains that why it was good not to discuss the humanitarian architecture at this #WHSummit, but that the implementation of ideas and commitments on the localization of humanitarian action would allow for more adequate discussions about necessary adjustments in the system later on. PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Mark SimmonsCEO, CordInterviewer: Kirsten JohnsonMark Simmons, CEO of Cord, reflects on how - in addition to meeting physical needs - humanitarian action should help communities flourish by considering their social needs. At the #WHSummit he has observed some positive developments concerning the recognition of the role religion plays in many cultures and the importance of better including faith-based communities in humanitarian action.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Marco RotelliSecretary General, INTERSOSInterviewer: Mark SimmonsMarco Rotelli, Secretary General of INTERSOS says more pressure is needed, including from NGOs, to ensure concrete commitments are made by political leaders at the #WHSummit. A stronger focus on prevention of conflicts is crucial, but when discussing linking humanitarian and development efforts, a clear distinction between the different fields must be maintained.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guests: Gavin R. Armstrong, CEO and President; Lydia Summerlee, Impact and Engagement Specialist, Lucky Iron FishInterviewer: Hana SalamaThe Lucky Iron Fish is a health innovation to combat iron deficiency. For every fish sold online, one fish is donated to a family in need. For them, the #WHSummit helps to #ShareHumanity by providing a space to build partnerships and to exchange ideas among innovators. It also helps to get governments to empower small and medium enterprises to develop innovations.PHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Kirsten Johnson,CEO, Humanitarian UInterviewer: Angharad LaingPHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.

Guest: Kimberly BrownConflict and Humanitarian Policy and Advocacy Adviser, Save the Children InternationalInterviewer: Hana SalamaPHAP members and others share their thoughts on the World Humanitarian Summit process in Istanbul, 22-24 May 2016.The association is present in Istanbul to help amplify practitioner voices and bring clarity to the Summit process for those unable to participate on-site.PHAP is the individual-based professional association bringing together all parts of the humanitarian sector. With a shared vision that human life and dignity are safeguarded in the face of humanitarian crises, the association’s mission is to empower capable and informed professionals to transform humanitarian action.