Humanitarian Access and Security
Humanitarian access, mandated by the General Assembly resolution 46/182, refers to a two-pronged concept, comprising:
- Humanitarian actors’ ability to reach people in need
- Affected peoples' access to assistance and services
Alternatives Security Measures
Alternatives Security Measures
Use of Armed Escorts for Humanitarian Convoys
Use of Armed Escorts for Humanitarian Convoys
As a general rule, humanitarian convoys will not use armed escorts. As a last resort and when key criteria are met, the UN Designated Official for Security will decide on the use of armed escorts for humanitarian convoys.
