Basics of International Humanitarian Missions

by Kevin M. Cahill (Editor)

This important book is a primer on the basics of humanitarian action. The ten chapters―each written by a leading professional―introduce 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 The Danger of a Setback Paul Grossrieder
Scope of International Humanitarian Crises Ibrahim Osman
The Language of A Brief Terminology of Disaster Management and Humanitarian Action S.W.A. Gunn, M.D.
Training for Humanitarian Assistance Kevin M. Cahill, M.D.
Teamwork in Humanitarian Assistance Pamela Lupton-Bowers
Humanitarian Ethical and Legal Standards Michel Veuthey
Rules of An Exmination of Relationships and Expectations in the Delivery of Humanitarian Assistance H. Roy Williams
Humanitarians and the Press Joshua Friedman
The Sinews of Humanitrian Funding Policies, Practices, and Pitfalls Joelle Tanguy
From the Other Side of the The Problems Behind the Solution Abdulrahim Abby Farah

368 pages, Hardcover

First published November 18, 2002

About the author

KEVIN M. CAHILL, M.D., is Director of Fordham’s Institute of International Humanitarian Affairs and President of the Center for International Health and Cooperation in New York City.