The Pulse of Humanitarian Assistance

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Understanding the complex nature of international humanitarian action-particularly following natural disasters or armed conflicts-has been the mission of this unique series. This book explores the cutting-edge concerns that will affect how assistance is offered in the future. Featuring twelve origin...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Cahill, Kevin M.
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Oxford : Fordham University Press, 2007.
Edition:1st ed.
Series:Book collections on Project MUSE.
Subjects:
International relief.
Humanitarian assistance.
Disaster relief.
Conflict management.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Texto completo
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Summary:Understanding the complex nature of international humanitarian action-particularly following natural disasters or armed conflicts-has been the mission of this unique series. This book explores the cutting-edge concerns that will affect how assistance is offered in the future. Featuring twelve original essays by leading practitioners, policymakers, and scholars, the book is a state of the field report on problems, threats, and opportunities facing relief efforts in today's world. With contributions from such authorities as Bernard Kouchner, founder of Doctors Without Borders, Charles McCormick, C.
Physical Description:1 online resource.

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