Localisation Across the Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus

This article critically examines the concept of "localisation" within the humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding sectors, focusing on its evolution as a significant issue in recent years. It addresses policymakers, practitioners, and scholars engaged in conflict response efforts globally. The analysis explores challenges such as defining the role of local actors, assessing and leveraging local capacities effectively, sustaining political commitment to local initiatives, and ensuring coordinated responses across various levels of conflict intervention. It provides insights into enhancing the effectiveness and sustainability of interventions through locally-led approaches in complex humanitarian and development contexts.