INSSA-CSD Excellence Awards

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.TakeawaysIdentifying and Nurturing Talent for Frontline SecurityFuture of NGO SecurityAttracting Diversity to NGO Security FieldQuotes"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 IskandaraniFeatured in this EpisodeEbe BronsDirector, Centre for Safety and DevelopmentLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ebe-brons-63280310/Emmanuely OkongoSecurity and Access Coordinator for Global SurgeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuely-okongo-6b746221a/Mahmoud Al IskandaraniSafety and Security ConsultantLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahmoud-al-iskandarani-995134119/Chapters00:00 - Introduction03:41 - Team Gratitude for the Rising Star Award07:37 - Certification and Skill Recognition in NGO Security09:55 - Enhancing NGO Security Expertise with Travel and Training11:38 - Advocating for Diversity with Tangible Organizational Practices16:16 - The Holistic Mission of NGO Security Professionals17:52 - Avi's Insights: Necessity for Heightened Focus on Humanitarian Law21:19 - Fostering Generosity, Skill Development, and Resolving Global Conflicts24:40 - Conclusionhttp://www.heartcastmedia.com