The International Action Network On Small Arms (Iansa)

The International Action Network on Small Arms (IANSA) is the global movement against gun violence, linking civil society organisations working to stop the proliferation and misuse of small arms and light weapons. It represents the voices of civil society on the international stage and draws on the practical experience of its members to campaign for policies that will protect human security. IANSA has Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, and are the official coordinator of civil society participation in United Nations meetings on small arms. IANSA supports efforts to make people safer by reducing demand for such weapons, improving firearm regulation and strengthening controls on arms transfers. Through research, advocacy and campaigning, IANSA members are promoting local, national, regional and global measures to strengthen human security.