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Typhoon Haiyan recovery shows importance of resilient communities
Improving post-disaster resiliency is one key to overcoming disasters such as last year's Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. An inclusive rebuilding process will lead to better decisions, says Mahar Mangahas of Social Weather Stations, a survey group. Devex.com (free registration) (6/10)
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ICC, UNMISS issue reports on gender-based crimes
The International Criminal Court has released a policy paper that will help guide the ICC in prosecuting gender-based crimes. Last month, a United Nations Mission in South Sudan's report detailed sexual violence committed during the ongoing South Sudan conflict. PassBlue (6/8)
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Donors to help resource-rich countries improve contract negotiations
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Commitment, prevention, support sought to stop sexual violence
Attendees at this week's Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict hope to see outcomes that show commitment to ending such violence, prevention measures and the building of grass-roots support, Anna Patton writes. Devex.com (free registration) (6/10), Thomson Reuters Foundation (6/5), Thomson Reuters Foundation (6/9)
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Iran nuclear talks stall ahead of deadline
Iranian officials say discussions regarding Iran's nuclear program could continue for six months after the July deadline. Reuters (6/10), Reuters (6/10)
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Ukraine to aid civilians leaving eastern region
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko has authorized establishment of pathways for civilians to leave conflict areas in the eastern part of the country. Voice of America (6/10), Voice of America (6/10), Reuters (6/10)
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