Today marks Day 1 of the Second International EWIPA Follow-Up Conference in San José, Costa Rica. INEW stands with states, international organizations, and civil society to advance the Political Declaration and reduce civilian harm. #StopBombingCivilians

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot @DyanneMarenco @HI_Advocacy @NPAdisarm @UNDP @alma_osta @dlopzu A light moment to close two intense days of dialogue, commitment, and collective action. Because protecting civilians is serious work — but the community behind it is full of heart. #EWIPA #StopBombingCivilians

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot @DyanneMarenco @HI_Advocacy @NPAdisarm @UNDP @alma_osta @dlopzu Grateful for the incredible work, collaboration, and energy of the whole INEW team throughout these two days. Proud to stand together in the effort to strengthen the protection of civilians. #EWIPA #StopBombingCivilians

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot @DyanneMarenco @HI_Advocacy @NPAdisarm @UNDP @alma_osta @dlopzu Reaching the final session, closing two days of dialogue, commitment, and collective action to strengthen civilian protection. Now the work continues into the intersessional period. #EWIPA #StopBombingCivilians

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot @DyanneMarenco @HI_Advocacy @NPAdisarm @UNDP @alma_osta @dlopzu Up next: the roadmap toward the Third Conference, including a recap of progress and the presentation of recommended practical measures by the champion states — Costa Rica, Ireland, and Norway. #EWIPA #StopBombingCivilians

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot @DyanneMarenco @HI_Advocacy @NPAdisarm @UNDP @alma_osta The afternoon programme is now underway, beginning with a hackathon presentation by @dlopzu of Universidad Latina de Costa Rica. #StopBombingCivilians #EWIPA

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot @DyanneMarenco @HI_Advocacy @NPAdisarm @UNDP @alma_osta We continue with Day 2. Meanwhile, one of the participants shared this simple yet powerful pen sketch — a falling bomb, a city, a raised hand, and a clear message: #StopBombingCivilians.

@bonnie_docherty Also, the day concluded with a warm welcoming reception, bringing participants together to connect and reflect after a full day of discussions. The evening featured a traditional cultural performance, offering a generous and memorable welcome from the host country.

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot @DyanneMarenco @HI_Advocacy @NPAdisarm @UNDP @alma_osta highlighted that the impact of EWIPA extends far beyond the moment of injury — long-term recovery requires sustained rehabilitation, mental health support, social inclusion, and access to essential services. #EWIPA #StopBombingCivilians

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot @DyanneMarenco @HI_Advocacy @NPAdisarm @UNDP Rasmus Sandvoll Weschke underscored the urgent need to strengthen civilian protection before and during conflict — not only after. A key reminder for more proactive, life-saving action. #EWIPA #StopBombingCivilians

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot Session 5 is underway, moderated by @dyannemarenco. With @HI_Advocacy, @NPAdisarm, @UNDP and others, the discussion focuses on humanitarian access, support for affected communities, and recovery efforts. #EWIPA #StopBombingCivilians

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot @lauraboillot also underscores the need for clear operational restrictions and strong civilian harm data systems to effectively prevent and reduce harm in populated areas. #EWIPA #StopBombingCivilians

@ICRC @AustriaUN @lauraboillot emphasises that meaningful implementation requires real leadership and genuine buy-in from armed forces — ensuring the Declaration is not just shared, but truly understood and applied. #EWIPA #StopBombingCivilians

Session 4 is underway, focusing on how states can turn commitments into concrete action to reduce civilian harm — with representatives from @ICRC, @AustriaUN and more. #EWIPA #StopBombingCivilians

Day 2 of the Second International Follow-Up Conference on EWIPA kicks off in San José We’re about to start Session 4: From policy to action, focused on operational practices and training to strengthen civilian protection — moderated by @annieshiel. #StopBombingCivilians #EWIPA

@bonnie_docherty We’ve concluded our Day 1 coverage. For real-time updates and key points from Day 2 of the EWIPA Conference, continue in our latest post. #StopBombingCivilians #EWIPA

@bonnie_docherty Session 3 is underway: focusing on better data to track civilian harm and understand the long-term impacts of explosive weapons on people and essential services. #StopBombingCivilians #EWIPA

@bonnie_docherty stresses that real civilian protection depends on consistent, transparent, and collective implementation of the Declaration’s commitments. #StopBombingCivilians

As highlighted by Roos Boer, progress exists—but real protection requires concrete policy shifts. Rising civilian deaths and attacks on essential services show why implementation can’t wait. #StopBombingCivilians

Roos Boer stresses that the harm from explosive weapons in towns and cities reaches far beyond the point of impact. The EWM data shows a global pattern that demands urgent alignment between commitments and real-world practice. #StopBombingCivilians

Lesotho, Honduras, and Thailand are now among the states endorsing the Political Declaration on EWIPA — strengthening global efforts to protect civilians from explosive weapons. #StopBombingCivilians