The article explores the concept of "human security" as a new approach to international security, challenging traditional state-centered views. It examines how this perspective broadens the security agenda and diversifies security actors. The focus is on how Canada and Japan have prioritized the security needs of individuals and civil society organizations. The governments of these countries have contributed to institutionalizing human security and normative initiatives within global organizations like the United Nations and the International Criminal Court. The study aims to analyze the arguments of Canadian and Japanese policymakers, underline the evolving security concept, and contribute to security literature in Turkey.