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Tricky Locations is a security risk management consultancy and training provider, helping humanitarian and development organisations operate safely in high-risk environments worldwide.

 

Led by Shaun Bickley, a seasoned security and crisis management professional, we combine hands-on operational experience with strategic insight to deliver practical, workable solutions — ensuring duty of care obligations are met, and risks are reduced.

As an independent consultancy, we bring more than individual expertise, with a trusted network of experienced partners available as needed to provide seamless scalability for larger, more complex projects.

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We provide a wide range of bespoke services, including:

• Organisational and operational security reviews and audits

• Research and in-depth security analysis 

• Security risk management frameworks, policies, and resource development

• Travel management support and advisories

• Security coaching, mentoring, and interim support

• Training and facilitated workshops

• Crisis management planning and simulation exercises

• Incident response, after-action reviews, and post-incident investigations

 

Whether strengthening global systems or supporting teams on the ground, Tricky Locations delivers pragmatic, adaptable solutions designed to enable programmes — not restrict them.