Center for Civilians in Conflict
Dixon Quenensse is a seasoned professional in program management and international development with extensive experience in peacekeeping and conflict resolution. Currently serving as a Senior Program Manager at the Center for Civilians in Conflict since October 2018, Dixon has held various senior roles focused on United Nations initiatives. Prior to this, Dixon managed key projects as Manager for Africa at Overseas Strategic Consulting, overseeing significant development initiatives funded by USAID. Earlier roles include Account Manager at Ferrandino and Son, Inc., and internships at UNEP and the European Citizen Action Service, where Dixon contributed to environmental compliance and civil society advocacy respectively. Dixon holds a Master of Arts in Politics and International Studies from Uppsala University and dual Bachelor's degrees in International Comparative Politics and History from The American University of Paris.
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Center for Civilians in Conflict
Center for Civilians in Conflict (CIVIC) is an international organization dedicated to promoting the protection of civilians caught in conflict. CIVIC’s mission is to work with armed actors and civilians in conflict to develop and implement solutions to prevent, mitigate, and respond to civilian harm. Our vision is a world where parties to armed conflict recognize the dignity and rights of civilians, prevent civilian harm, protect civilians caught in conflict, and amend harm. CIVIC was established in 2003 by Marla Ruzicka, a young American activist and humanitarian who advocated on behalf of civilian war victims and their families in Iraq and Afghanistan. Building on her extraordinary legacy, CIVIC now operates in conflict zones throughout the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and South Asia to advance a higher standard of protection for civilians. At CIVIC, we believe that parties to armed conflict have a responsibility to prevent and address civilian harm. To accomplish this, we assess the causes of civilian harm in particular conflicts, craft practical solutions to address that harm, and advocate the adoption of new policies and practices that lead to the improved wellbeing of civilians caught in conflict. Recognizing the power of collaboration, we engage with civilians, governments, militaries, and international and regional institutions to identify and institutionalize strengthened protections for civilians in conflict.