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REWORD THIS PAGE ACCORDING TO POLICY FOR FIELD TO SEE: Concilium recommends not telling the missionaries that we have a kidnapping and ransom policy or that we would pay ransom, but just say to have the kidnapper call Reliant and we will negotiate and discuss to seek their release (verses saying we would pay the ransom.) We would direct missionaries during training to call Matt not a family member and that Reliant will handle it. This would be to help the family member care in the situation. They won't be able to emotional handle the situation. We have the resources and counsel and would be emotionally removed in order to properly deal with the situation. |
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In all instances of kidnapping, this organization Reliant will prioritize the safe return of all personnel. As long as it conforms with its religious beliefs, security priorities, and core values, this organization will negotiate for the safe return of hostages with the assistance of professional negotiators.
In accordance with our security priorities, no concessions will be made that could reveal the identities of or put other missionary contacts or local believers at risk of physical harm, extortion, or governmental persecution. CMT Crisis Management Team members should brief the development staff on the need for discretion in all fundraising efforts during the crisis. Any actions viewed as contributing funds to or raising fund with the attempt to pay enemy combatants may result in asset seizure.
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We recognize that paying ransom may encourage future kidnapping or hostage taking and that it is against the official policy of the US Government. We value our personnel and their family members more than the potential long-term consequences of paying a ransom. We commit to taking actions to reduce the probability of a kidnapping in order to deter any such instances. |
It is the policy of this organization Reliant's policy that a ransom that is reasonably likely to result in a safe, successful return of personnel is an approved option for consideration by the Crisis Management Team, provided this organization is financially capable of responsibly completing the transaction.
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