Humanitarian Insights, Development & Aid Analysis

  By Tahir Ali Shah Today, on World Refugee Day, observed annually on June 20th since 2001 , honors the resilience and determination of millions of people displaced by conflict, persecution, or disaster. The day was established by the UN to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention, which shines a light on the rights, needs, and dreams of refugees. This year's theme, "Solidarity with Refugees," emphasizes supporting those uprooted and ensuring they are not alone in their struggles. The concept of refugee protection originated in the post-World War II era with the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights (Article 14), recognizing the right to seek asylum. The 1951 Refugee Convention defined refugee status and established fundamental protections, including non-refoulement. Subsequent treaties and conventions have expanded refugee rights, emphasizing protection, dignity, and the chance to rebuild lives. World Refugee Day is crucial today because...

By Tahir Ali Shah Executive Summary: This desk review (DR) is based on my previous Desk Revive August 2019 , bThis desk review provides an updated analysis of Gender Based Violence (GBV)  prevention and response in Northeast Nigeria, focusing on Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY States)  as of May 2025.  Building on the reports and assessments of different organizations operating BAY states. It highlights critical progress and persistent challenges within a crisis that disproportionately affects women and girls among the 8.4 million people in need. Key findings show that while GBV services have expanded in urban centers, vast rural and hard-to-reach areas remain underserved due to insecurity and poor infrastructure. Coordination efforts, particularly through the UNFPA-led GBV Sub-Sector Working Group, have improved, though coordination remains stronger in Borno than in Adamawa and Yobe. Local women-led organizations have been strengthened through initiatives like WRA...