World Humanitarian Day: National staff bear brunt of record violence against humanitarian workers

Violence against humanitarian workers has reached a record high. A recent analysis found a significant disparity in attacks on national versus international staff. Few details are available on the local impact, but the analysis reveals a disturbing trend.

The majority of victims are aid workers from their own countries. Further information on this issue can be found through ReliefWeb, which provides updates and analysis on humanitarian crises and worker safety.