Armed drones are an escalating threat in humanitarian settings, with their use expected to grow. Once rare, they are now a defining feature in modern conflicts. Adapting to the growing threat of drones means rethinking security risk measures in high-risk contexts. To support humanitarian operations in these settings, Insecurity Insight has developed a new resource: Security Measures against Drone Strikes: Guidance for the Protection of Aid Workers and Aid Operations.

Designed for local aid agencies and their international partners, this practical guide offers: 

Strategies for dealing with drone threats, including how to conduct effective risk assessments

Guidance on identifying feasible protective measures, and key components to include in emergency response plans

Practical advice for personal and travel safety, available as modular, individual resources

General guidance that can be adapted to specific operational contexts and environments

This guidance is intended to enhance preparedness, improve operational resilience, and protect lives in an evolving security landscape. Available in Arabic, Burmese, English, Spanish and French

Individual resources:

Outside When a Drone is Spotted: Arabic; Burmese; English; French; Spanish

Inside a Building During a Drone Attack: Arabic; Burmese; English; French; Spanish

Responding to Drone Attacks on Aid Work: Arabic, Burmese; English; French; Spanish

Traveling in High-Risk Areas: What to Know About Drones: Arabic; Burmese; English; French; Spanish

Use these resources in staff briefings, training materials, and office posters.