Basics of International Humanitarian Missions

Name: Basics of International Humanitarian Missions
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ISBN: 9780823222438

ISBN-10: 0823222438

ISBN-13: 9780823222438

Edition: 2nd 2003

Authors: Kevin M. Cahill

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This important book is a primer on the basics of humanitarian action. The ten chapterseach written by a leading professionalintroduce the essential issues facing humanitarian workers as they confront both natural and man-made crises. Designed for students, teachers, practitioners, policy-makers, journalists, and other professionals, Basics of Humanitarian Missions covers fundamental concepts, contexts, and problems, in settings that range from floods and earthquakes to medical emergencies, civil strife, and forced migration. Contents Humanitarian Action in the Twenty-First Century: The Danger of a Setback Paul Grossrieder Scope of International Humanitarian Crises Ibrahim Osman The Language…

Book details

List price: $39.00
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2003
Publisher: Fordham University Press
Publication date: 11/1/2003
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 368
Size: 5.98" wide x 9.02" long x 0.59" tall
Weight: 1.034
Language: English



Acknowledgments


Abbreviations and Acronyms


Introduction




Humanitarian Action in the Twenty-first Century: The Danger of a Setback




Scope of International Humanitarian Crises




The Language of Disasters: A Brief Terminology of Disaster Management and Humanitarian Action




Training for Humanitarian Assistance




Teamwork in Humanitarian Missions




Humanitarian Ethical and Legal Standards




Rules of Engagement: An Examination of Relationships and Expectations in the Delivery of Humanitarian Assistance




Humanitarians and the Press




The Sinews of Humanitarian Assistance: Funding Policies, Practices, and Pitfalls




From the Other Side of the Fence: The Problems Behind the Solution



Selected Web Sites


Chapter Notes and References


Appendixes


The Center for International Health and Cooperation and the Institute of International Humanitarian Affairs


About the Authors


Index