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Reaching Critical Will @rcw-wilpf.bsky.social · 21d

“No year has made it more imperative for states to uphold the core promise of the #ArmsTreaty than 2025,"
says Hine-Wai Loose of @controlarms.bsky.social, urging states to call out weapons transferred in violation international law in the #FirstCommittee: reachingcriticalwill.org/images/docum...

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · 16d

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💼 Position: ATT Monitor Research Associate
📆 Deadline: Monday 6 October 2025 at 23:30 CEST
📖 Required Experience: research and policy analysis - particularly in arms control or related fields.
👉 Full details and how to apply: attmonitor.org/en/about/car...

The image showcases an open position at the ATT Monitor for a Research Associate. It notes that the successful candidate for this position has a proven background in research, data collection and analysis on issues related to disarmament and arms control, international relations and/or international security.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 29

Control Arms members from across the globe showed up, spoke out, and stood strong — making the case loud and clear: the humanitarian heart of the Arms Trade Treaty matters now more than ever. #ControlArms #CSP11 #ATT

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 29

On the last day of #CSP11, we hosted our final side event. The speakers gave insights from Mexico, Nepal, Lebanon, Kenya, and more, where they highlighted the problem of small arms in their countries and how the ATT can be effectively implemented to address gun trafficking, GBV, and armed conflicts.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 29

On the 28th of August, 2025 Andrea Varisco presented a statement on behalf of Control Arms highlighting the positive and negative results of States Parties submitting meaningful transparent reports on time.

Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 29

On the 4th day of the CSP11 Manuela Barragán Rincón delivered a statement in regards to International Assistance, emphasizing the importance of supporting civil society organizations especially within the global south.

Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 29

Shirine Jurdi delivered a statement on the 4th day of the #CSP11 on the United Kingdom's proposal for a 5-year ATT strategy.

#ArmsTradeTreaty #ControlArms

Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 29

On the 4th day of the CSP11, Khawla Al-Rowaishan gave a statement on behalf of Control Arms to highlight the change in formatting of the future Conference of State Parties and its impact on inclusivity.

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Marie Tapia @marie-tapia.bsky.social · Aug 27

11e Conférence des États parties au Traité sur le Commerce des Armes :
Les États doivent respecter leurs obligations juridiques internationales, notamment en mettant pleinement en œuvre le Traité sur le commerce des armes ! @maxwesbee.bsky.social‬ @amnestyfrance.bsky.social‬

Max Westby @maxwesbee.bsky.social · Aug 26

Suite aux interventions des États parties c'était le tour des ONG. J'avais l'honneur de présenter la déclaration d'Amnesty International en plénière qui n'a pas trop plu aux Israéliens qui répondaient en niant les crimes de guerre et génocide perpétrés à #Gaza ...
@amnestyfrance.bsky.social

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 28

Tomorrow at 9am, Control Arms will be hosting a side event at the 11th Conference of State Parties, where we will talk about the continued universalization and implementation of the Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), providing on-the-ground insights and experiences we have learned throughout the process!

Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 27

Today marks the third day of the 11th Conference of States Parties. Here is a recap from the Control Arms side event on the Yemen conflict held yesterday. Discussions focused on from 2014 to today, what are the lessons learnt and developments related to the ATT's Articles 6 and 7. #CSP11 #ATT

Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 27

Control Arms Coalition Member, Edward Chaka, on the second day of the #CSP11 #ArmsTradeTreaty #ControlArms

Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 25

#CSP11 #ATT #ControlArms #PEFENAPMW1 #WPDNepal
@maxwesbee.bsky.social @ploughsharesca.bsky.social ‬

Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 25

Today marks the first day of the CSP11, and we are excited that the conference is officially underway! Sushmita Karki delivered the opening statement. We will be highlighting 5 quotes from her statement that show the importance of the Arms Trade Treaty to hold states accountable.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 25

Today is the start of the 11th Conference of States Parties! Follow along on our Bluesky as we will be highlighting the Control Arms' opening statement!

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 24

Spotlight on Articles 6 & 7 of the #ATT: It's also about protecting human rights, preventing violations of international humanitarian law, and stopping atrocity crimes such as genocide, war crimes, and terrorism. In the coming week, how will States Parties step up to meet these obligations?

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 23

In the next 2 days, CSP11 will be highlighting Mexico’s push to establish gender focal points and raise awareness on Article 7.4 of the #ATT into action. A strong step for gender-responsive arms control!

Read more here: thearmstradetreaty.org/hyper-images...

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 22

In the next 3 days, CSP 11 will be highlighting the significance of national control systems, and their effectiveness when it comes to regulating the transfers of arms.

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 21

In the next 4 days, diplomats and delegates will address the topic of transparency and reporting, working together to find solutions to increase the amount of timely and complete reports at the CSP11. #ATT #controlarms

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 21

In a few days, leaders, advocates, and changemakers from around the world will meet at CICG in Geneva, Switzerland, for the 11th Conference of States Parties. Find out more about CSP11 by following our posts via Bluesky and Instagram and through this link: controlarms.org/blog/key-iss...!
#CSP11

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International Humanitarian Law & Youth Initiative(IHLYI) @ihlyi.bsky.social · Aug 19

Join our side event at #CSP11, hosted by President of #CSP11 Youth & ATT: Bridging the Gap in Universalization and Implementation
Wed, 27 Aug | 08:00–09:30 CET
Residence of Argentina, Geneva | 🌐 Hybrid (1/2)
@controlarms.bsky.social
@unodet.bsky.social
@unidir.org

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 15

Control Arms is hosting a side event at the 11th Conference of State Parties, where we will talk about the arms transfers to Yemen, the developments and insights on Articles 6 and 7 since 2014. #savethedate #Yemen #ArmsTradeTreaty

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Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 11

In June 2025, UN Member States held the first meeting on the Global Framework for Through-life Conventional Ammunition Management. Explore key outcomes, next steps and potential linkages with #ArmsTreaty: controlarms.org/blog/june-2025-global-framework-meeting/

Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 11

The amount of military funding the U.S. gives to Israel reaches $4.2B. To learn more about what the U.S. sends to Israel and the value of each good, read more here: internationalpolicy.org/publications...

Control Arms @controlarms.bsky.social · Aug 5

What does the law say? Read more about the work the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has done on the Arms Trade Treaty and information about humanitarian concerns, the rules governing the supply of arms to armed conflicts, and states’ responsibilities. www.icrc.org/en/document/...

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