The United Nations Humanitarian Civil-Military Coordination (UN-CMCoord) training course, hosted in Luxembourg, brought together 24 participants for a five-day residential programme from 21 to 26 September 2025. Luxembourg, through the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs, Defence, Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade, provided comprehensive logistical support, including the training venue, board, and accommodation, ensuring a high-quality and conducive learning environment.
Led by the Civil-Military Coordination Service (CMCS) within OCHA’s Coordination Division, the training convened a diverse group of stakeholders from four key emergency communities: UN agencies, surge staff and standby partners, Member States including military actors, and non-governmental humanitarian organizations. This multi-stakeholder setting enabled participants to engage in realistic scenarios and strengthen mutual understanding across sectors.
The course focused on defining the core concepts of UN-CMCoord, exploring the five sets of guidance, and analysing civil-military coordination in operational contexts. Participants enhanced their ability to support humanitarian access and protection outcomes, while navigating the complex dynamics between civilian and military actors in emergencies.
The aim of the training is to equip mid-level managers with the knowledge, analytical skills, and practical tools required to effectively contribute to humanitarian civil-military coordination, ensuring principled, coherent, and effective response operations.
