Date: 1-2 March 2020
Location: Riyadh 

The 2nd Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum In partnership with the United Nations is an opportunity for principled humanitarians to gather to discuss and reflect on global humanitarian policies and practices, affirming adherence to international humanitarian principles that place affected populations at the center of global humanitarian action.

The forum is also an opportunity to drive meaningful change and explore ways to deliver assistance more efficiently. The event will focus on addressing the most pertinent issues of the current global humanitarian challenges, drawing on best practices from leading humanitarian actors. The event will also facilitate discussions on the importance of developing, strengthening and delivering humanitarian assistance according to the highest standards of quality and efficiency to affected populations worldwide.

The conference aims to 

1. Exchange ideas and experiences on bridging the gaps between the humanitarian and development sectors in order to achieve more sustainable results.

2. Find innovative and effective solutions to challenges and difficulties in providing humanitarian health assistance.

3. Develo practical and effective solutions to the humanitarian challenges facing both migrants in their communities of origin and in host communities.

4. Share experiences and best practices in supporting children, women and youth affected by conflict, disasters and violent extremism.

5. Promote creativity and innovation through evidence-based professional practices in humanitarian intervention.

Know more about the conference 

Check out the outcome statements of the second RIHF