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Gilles Michaud is UN under-secretary-general for safety and security, a position he has held since July 2019. He previously served as deputy commissioner for federal policing with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
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JUN 4, 2026 • Article
International Humanitarian Law under Stress, Humanitarian Lives under Fire
UN Under-Secretary-General Gilles Michaud reflects on the erosion of international humanitarian law and the urgent need to restore accountability and protection for aid workers.
MAY 6, 2026 • Podcast
Building Moral and Professional Resilience
Watch/listen to the latest "Values & Interests" podcast featuring Gilles Michaud, UN Under-Secretary-General for Safety and Security.