Training on Four Core Humanitarian Principles
As part of its ongoing commitment to staff capacity building, HOPA conducted a training session on the Four Core Humanitarian Principles: Humanity, Neutrality, Impartiality, and Independence on July 5, 2025, at the HOPA Main Office.
The session was attended by 18 staff members who actively engaged in discussions to deepen their understanding of how these principles guide humanitarian operations in challenging contexts.
To measure the impact of the training, a pre-test and post-test were conducted, showing significant improvement in participants' knowledge and understanding.
The training aimed to empower staff with the ethical foundations of humanitarian work and how to apply these principles in the field to ensure safe, effective, and neutral aid delivery.
💬 “This was a great presentation. These principles relate directly to our responsibilities, and applying them will help us deliver aid safely and effectively to those most in need,” a participant stated
Photos from the Session:
Participants listen attentively as the facilitator explains the meaning and scope of humanitarian action.
The training covers the principle of “Independence” –highlighting the need for humanitarian work to remain free from external influence.
Staff members actively engage in the session, reflecting on how these principles apply to their day-to-day field work.
Outcome:
All participants successfully grasped the importance and application of the Four Core Humanitarian Principles. The session strengthened their ability to carry out humanitarian activities with professionalism, neutrality, and care for the affected communities.
