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International campaign to #ReduceHumanSuffering, armed violence, and conflict through international arms control. #ArmsTreaty
Join us Nov 13 (15:30–16:30 CET | Online) for “Ten Years of Arms Trade Treaty Transparency.”
Experts reflect on a decade of ATT reporting—progress, challenges & next steps for transparency.
🔗 stimsoncenter.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#ATT #ArmsTrade #Transparency #Disarmament
Experts reflect on a decade of ATT reporting—progress, challenges & next steps for transparency.
🔗 stimsoncenter.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#ATT #ArmsTrade #Transparency #Disarmament
November 12, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Join us Nov 13 (15:30–16:30 CET | Online) for “Ten Years of Arms Trade Treaty Transparency.”
Experts reflect on a decade of ATT reporting—progress, challenges & next steps for transparency.
🔗 stimsoncenter.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#ATT #ArmsTrade #Transparency #Disarmament
Experts reflect on a decade of ATT reporting—progress, challenges & next steps for transparency.
🔗 stimsoncenter.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#ATT #ArmsTrade #Transparency #Disarmament
We can build bunkers… or build peace. ✨
Disarmament is under attack, and weapons are costing human wellbeing. 🌍
📖 Read the editorial & full First Committee Monitor.
🙏 Support peace: Donate to Reaching Critical Will.
#Disarmament #PeaceNotWar #GlobalSecurity #ControlArms
Disarmament is under attack, and weapons are costing human wellbeing. 🌍
📖 Read the editorial & full First Committee Monitor.
🙏 Support peace: Donate to Reaching Critical Will.
#Disarmament #PeaceNotWar #GlobalSecurity #ControlArms
November 4, 2025 at 12:33 PM
We can build bunkers… or build peace. ✨
Disarmament is under attack, and weapons are costing human wellbeing. 🌍
📖 Read the editorial & full First Committee Monitor.
🙏 Support peace: Donate to Reaching Critical Will.
#Disarmament #PeaceNotWar #GlobalSecurity #ControlArms
Disarmament is under attack, and weapons are costing human wellbeing. 🌍
📖 Read the editorial & full First Committee Monitor.
🙏 Support peace: Donate to Reaching Critical Will.
#Disarmament #PeaceNotWar #GlobalSecurity #ControlArms
Control Arms welcomes @bbcnews’s reporting on the Myanmar military junta’s attacks and China’s role in enabling them, a clear violation of the Arms Trade Treaty.
🔗 www.bbc.com/news/article...
#ArmsTradeTreaty #Myanmar #HumanRights #StopArmingAtrocities
🔗 www.bbc.com/news/article...
#ArmsTradeTreaty #Myanmar #HumanRights #StopArmingAtrocities
October 23, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Control Arms welcomes @bbcnews’s reporting on the Myanmar military junta’s attacks and China’s role in enabling them, a clear violation of the Arms Trade Treaty.
🔗 www.bbc.com/news/article...
#ArmsTradeTreaty #Myanmar #HumanRights #StopArmingAtrocities
🔗 www.bbc.com/news/article...
#ArmsTradeTreaty #Myanmar #HumanRights #StopArmingAtrocities
It’s a wrap! On Monday, 20 October, Control Arms concluded its VTF project with Cambodia’s Ministry of National Defence, focused on 'Raising Awareness and Building Support for the Ratification of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) in Cambodia'.
October 22, 2025 at 6:24 PM
It’s a wrap! On Monday, 20 October, Control Arms concluded its VTF project with Cambodia’s Ministry of National Defence, focused on 'Raising Awareness and Building Support for the Ratification of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT) in Cambodia'.
Dr. Andrea Edoardo Varisco delivered Control Arms’ statement to the UN First Committee, calling for stronger implementation of the Arms Trade Treaty to reduce human suffering. 💬
#UNGA80 #ControlArms #Disarmament #Peace
#UNGA80 #ControlArms #Disarmament #Peace
October 19, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Dr. Andrea Edoardo Varisco delivered Control Arms’ statement to the UN First Committee, calling for stronger implementation of the Arms Trade Treaty to reduce human suffering. 💬
#UNGA80 #ControlArms #Disarmament #Peace
#UNGA80 #ControlArms #Disarmament #Peace
Humanitarian disarmament saves lives, protects civilians, and upholds human dignity — even in times of conflict.
📄 Full statement: reachingcriticalwill.org/images/docum...
#HumanitarianDisarmament #UNGAFirstCommittee
📄 Full statement: reachingcriticalwill.org/images/docum...
#HumanitarianDisarmament #UNGAFirstCommittee
October 18, 2025 at 9:41 AM
Humanitarian disarmament saves lives, protects civilians, and upholds human dignity — even in times of conflict.
📄 Full statement: reachingcriticalwill.org/images/docum...
#HumanitarianDisarmament #UNGAFirstCommittee
📄 Full statement: reachingcriticalwill.org/images/docum...
#HumanitarianDisarmament #UNGAFirstCommittee
Proud to advance disarmament and responsible arms transfers with partners like @ReachingCriticalWill and @SIPRI.
Together, we strengthen global norms under the Arms Trade Treaty.
#ControlArms #ATT #Disarmament #Peacebuilding
Together, we strengthen global norms under the Arms Trade Treaty.
#ControlArms #ATT #Disarmament #Peacebuilding
October 11, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Proud to advance disarmament and responsible arms transfers with partners like @ReachingCriticalWill and @SIPRI.
Together, we strengthen global norms under the Arms Trade Treaty.
#ControlArms #ATT #Disarmament #Peacebuilding
Together, we strengthen global norms under the Arms Trade Treaty.
#ControlArms #ATT #Disarmament #Peacebuilding
Control Arms members from across the globe showed up, spoke out, and stood strong — making the case loud and clear: the humanitarian heart of the Arms Trade Treaty matters now more than ever. #ControlArms #CSP11 #ATT
August 29, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Control Arms members from across the globe showed up, spoke out, and stood strong — making the case loud and clear: the humanitarian heart of the Arms Trade Treaty matters now more than ever. #ControlArms #CSP11 #ATT
On the last day of #CSP11, we hosted our final side event. The speakers gave insights from Mexico, Nepal, Lebanon, Kenya, and more, where they highlighted the problem of small arms in their countries and how the ATT can be effectively implemented to address gun trafficking, GBV, and armed conflicts.
August 29, 2025 at 12:43 PM
On the last day of #CSP11, we hosted our final side event. The speakers gave insights from Mexico, Nepal, Lebanon, Kenya, and more, where they highlighted the problem of small arms in their countries and how the ATT can be effectively implemented to address gun trafficking, GBV, and armed conflicts.
On the 28th of August, 2025 Andrea Varisco presented a statement on behalf of Control Arms highlighting the positive and negative results of States Parties submitting meaningful transparent reports on time.
August 29, 2025 at 12:40 PM
On the 28th of August, 2025 Andrea Varisco presented a statement on behalf of Control Arms highlighting the positive and negative results of States Parties submitting meaningful transparent reports on time.
On the 4th day of the CSP11 Manuela Barragán Rincón delivered a statement in regards to International Assistance, emphasizing the importance of supporting civil society organizations especially within the global south.
August 29, 2025 at 12:39 PM
On the 4th day of the CSP11 Manuela Barragán Rincón delivered a statement in regards to International Assistance, emphasizing the importance of supporting civil society organizations especially within the global south.
Shirine Jurdi delivered a statement on the 4th day of the #CSP11 on the United Kingdom's proposal for a 5-year ATT strategy.
#ArmsTradeTreaty #ControlArms
#ArmsTradeTreaty #ControlArms
August 29, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Shirine Jurdi delivered a statement on the 4th day of the #CSP11 on the United Kingdom's proposal for a 5-year ATT strategy.
#ArmsTradeTreaty #ControlArms
#ArmsTradeTreaty #ControlArms
On the 4th day of the CSP11, Khawla Al-Rowaishan gave a statement on behalf of Control Arms to highlight the change in formatting of the future Conference of State Parties and its impact on inclusivity.
August 29, 2025 at 11:13 AM
On the 4th day of the CSP11, Khawla Al-Rowaishan gave a statement on behalf of Control Arms to highlight the change in formatting of the future Conference of State Parties and its impact on inclusivity.
Tomorrow at 9am, Control Arms will be hosting a side event at the 11th Conference of State Parties, where we will talk about the continued universalization and implementation of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), providing on-the-ground insights and experiences we have learned throughout the process!
August 28, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Tomorrow at 9am, Control Arms will be hosting a side event at the 11th Conference of State Parties, where we will talk about the continued universalization and implementation of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), providing on-the-ground insights and experiences we have learned throughout the process!
Today marks the third day of the 11th Conference of States Parties. Here is a recap from the Control Arms side event on the Yemen conflict held yesterday. Discussions focused on from 2014 to today, what are the lessons learnt and developments related to the ATT's Articles 6 and 7. #CSP11 #ATT
August 27, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Control Arms Coalition Member, Edward Chaka, on the second day of the #CSP11 #ArmsTradeTreaty #ControlArms
August 27, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Control Arms Coalition Member, Edward Chaka, on the second day of the #CSP11 #ArmsTradeTreaty #ControlArms
Today marks the first day of the CSP11, and we are excited that the conference is officially underway! Sushmita Karki delivered the opening statement. We will be highlighting 5 quotes from her statement that show the importance of the Arms Trade Treaty to hold states accountable.
August 25, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Today marks the first day of the CSP11, and we are excited that the conference is officially underway! Sushmita Karki delivered the opening statement. We will be highlighting 5 quotes from her statement that show the importance of the Arms Trade Treaty to hold states accountable.
Today is the start of the 11th Conference of States Parties! Follow along on our Bluesky as we will be highlighting the Control Arms' opening statement!
August 25, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Today is the start of the 11th Conference of States Parties! Follow along on our Bluesky as we will be highlighting the Control Arms' opening statement!
Spotlight on Articles 6 & 7 of the #ATT: It's also about protecting human rights, preventing violations of international humanitarian law, and stopping atrocity crimes such as genocide, war crimes, and terrorism. In the coming week, how will States Parties step up to meet these obligations?
August 24, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Spotlight on Articles 6 & 7 of the #ATT: It's also about protecting human rights, preventing violations of international humanitarian law, and stopping atrocity crimes such as genocide, war crimes, and terrorism. In the coming week, how will States Parties step up to meet these obligations?
In the next 2 days, CSP11 will be highlighting Mexico’s push to establish gender focal points and raise awareness on Article 7.4 of the #ATT into action. A strong step for gender-responsive arms control!
Read more here: thearmstradetreaty.org/hyper-images...
Read more here: thearmstradetreaty.org/hyper-images...
August 23, 2025 at 2:29 PM
In the next 2 days, CSP11 will be highlighting Mexico’s push to establish gender focal points and raise awareness on Article 7.4 of the #ATT into action. A strong step for gender-responsive arms control!
Read more here: thearmstradetreaty.org/hyper-images...
Read more here: thearmstradetreaty.org/hyper-images...
In the next 3 days, CSP 11 will be highlighting the significance of national control systems, and their effectiveness when it comes to regulating the transfers of arms.
August 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM
In the next 3 days, CSP 11 will be highlighting the significance of national control systems, and their effectiveness when it comes to regulating the transfers of arms.
In the next 4 days, diplomats and delegates will address the topic of transparency and reporting, working together to find solutions to increase the amount of timely and complete reports at the CSP11. #ATT #controlarms
August 21, 2025 at 2:50 PM
In the next 4 days, diplomats and delegates will address the topic of transparency and reporting, working together to find solutions to increase the amount of timely and complete reports at the CSP11. #ATT #controlarms
In a few days, leaders, advocates, and changemakers from around the world will meet at CICG in Geneva, Switzerland, for the 11th Conference of States Parties. Find out more about CSP11 by following our posts via Bluesky and Instagram and through this link: controlarms.org/blog/key-iss...!
#CSP11
#CSP11
August 21, 2025 at 9:48 AM
In a few days, leaders, advocates, and changemakers from around the world will meet at CICG in Geneva, Switzerland, for the 11th Conference of States Parties. Find out more about CSP11 by following our posts via Bluesky and Instagram and through this link: controlarms.org/blog/key-iss...!
#CSP11
#CSP11
Control Arms is hosting a side event at the 11th Conference of State Parties, where we will talk about the arms transfers to Yemen, the developments and insights on Articles 6 and 7 since 2014. #savethedate #Yemen #ArmsTradeTreaty
August 15, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Control Arms is hosting a side event at the 11th Conference of State Parties, where we will talk about the arms transfers to Yemen, the developments and insights on Articles 6 and 7 since 2014. #savethedate #Yemen #ArmsTradeTreaty