If we want sustainable, long-term security to be the norm in the world, it's time to radically rethink how we can achieve it, says TED Fellow and conflict researcher Benedetta Berti. In an eye-opening talk, Berti explains how building a safer world has a lot less to do with crushing enemies on the battlefield and a lot more to do with protecting civilians -- no matter where they're from or where they live.

Benedetta Berti: Did the global response to 9/11 make us safer?

Did the global response to 9/11 make us safer?

Sustainable security demands a shift from military-focused strategies to ones prioritizing civilian protection globally.

Long-term peace hinges on addressing the root causes of conflict, including supporting communities and upholding human rights.

Rethinking security: True safety intertwines with human rights, focusing on civilian protection globally enhances stability.