Welcome to INSSA – The Largest Non-Profit Association of NGO Security Risk Management Professionals Globally!

INSSA is dedicated to empowering security risk management professionals in the humanitarian and development sectors. Our mission is to ensure that humanitarian programs are delivered safely and securely by providing top-tier professional education, promoting industry standards, and fostering collaboration. 

Since our inception in 2008, INSSA has grown into a global network of over 5,600 members, representing NGOs and related sectors. More than 5,800 professionals have successfully completed our SRMP country (SRMP-C)and regional-level (SRMP-R) examinations, combined.

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We are delighted to announce the launch of the INSSA-CSD Excellence Awards 2025!

A collaboration between the International NGO Safety & Security Association (INSSA) and the Centre for Safety & Development (CSD), the INSSA-CSD Excellence Awards program celebrates excellence in non-profit NGO Security Risk Management at community, country, and regional levels.

Three Award Categories:
🔹 Rising Star
🔹 SRM Innovator
🔹 Outstanding Achiever

Each Award includes a USD 1,000 financial bursary.

Applications are open to INSSA members who meet the eligibility criteria, including holding valid SRMP Certification.

You may apply in English by choosing one of the following methods:
🎥 Video (up to 3 minutes)
🎧 Audio (up to 3 minutes)
📝 Written (up to 700 words)

Share your stories, achievements, and experiences – and show us why you should be considered for an award! You may apply for more than one category, but each submission must be tailored to the specific award.

Applications close 31 July 2025 at 23:59 UTC.

For full guidelines and to apply, visit our website https://inssa.org/inssa-csd-awards

We look forward to celebrating your achievements!

In partnership with DisasterReady,  the Security Risk Management Professional certification examinations are now available in four languages!

SRMP-Country level and SRMP-Regional level are the most widely recognised and celebrated NGO focused Security Risk Management Professional certifications designed by and for the NGO security professionals.

All you need is a free account on DisasterReady, click on any of the links below depending on your language preference, and start your professional development journey.

ENGLISH | FRENCH | SPANISH | ARABIC

The SRMP examinations are available FREE of cost.

NGO Security Toolbox

Our Partner Global Interagency Security Forum (GISF) has just released an NGO Security Toolbox, which enables both security specialists and non-security staff to access practical resources and tools and helps them put in place basic safety and security measures without having to start from scratch.

This toolbox is particularly useful for small or medium-sized organisations and programmes developing their Security Risk Management (S.R.M.) processes, so please share the toolbox with individuals and organisations you know are looking to develop their SRM capacity.

Security Risk Management Glossary (Multiple Languages)

In SecurityRiskManagement (SRM), acronyms and technical terms are part of daily life. Having a common language enables us to be precise in our communications.

But it only works if we all share the same understanding of what each word or phrase means.

To help facilitate a common understanding of frequently used terms in SRM, GISF has created a comprehensive glossary containing over 230 distinct terms and definitions! It is available in four languages: English, Spanish, French and Arabic.

Make sure to check it out HERE.

💡 Top tip: bookmark the Glossary page in your web browser to have quick access to all the SRM terms whenever you need!

Professionalisation of NGO safety and security risk management is INSSA’s core mission, which is only made possible through the generous financial support of our donors, sponsors, and individual members.

To help us continue this critical work, please consider donating to INSSA by pledging a monthly donation or make one-time contribution.  

Your financial support will make a positive impact in achieving our mission. Thank you.

Please click HERE to donate.