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An Introduction to Humanitarian Action

Engelsk Paperback

An Introduction to Humanitarian Action

Engelsk Paperback
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This important new textbook provides a concise and practice-oriented introduction to the workings of the humanitarian sector and the key contemporary debates surrounding it.

The number of people around the world in need of humanitarian action and protection is at its highest figure in decades; yet at the same time, the humanitarian system is facing numerous problems and undergoing fundamental reforms. This book invites us to tackle these challenges head on, addressing the increasing complexity of humanitarian crises and the implications for humanitarian principles and standards as well as the management of humanitarian projects. Expansive in scope, the book covers:

  • The sector’s historical foundations and the need to decolonise
  • The main types of crises and sectors of humanitarian response
  • State and non-state actors and institutions
  • The key rules, norms, and project management approaches
  • Key trends and challenges, including access, innovation, and anticipation

The book also covers important debates on localisation, inclusive programming, and the decolonisation of the humanitarian system. This exciting new textbook will be an important read for students looking for a comprehensive introduction, as well as for practitioners wanting to stimulate critical thinking and enhance their practical skills.

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This important new textbook provides a concise and practice-oriented introduction to the workings of the humanitarian sector and the key contemporary debates surrounding it.

The number of people around the world in need of humanitarian action and protection is at its highest figure in decades; yet at the same time, the humanitarian system is facing numerous problems and undergoing fundamental reforms. This book invites us to tackle these challenges head on, addressing the increasing complexity of humanitarian crises and the implications for humanitarian principles and standards as well as the management of humanitarian projects. Expansive in scope, the book covers:

  • The sector’s historical foundations and the need to decolonise
  • The main types of crises and sectors of humanitarian response
  • State and non-state actors and institutions
  • The key rules, norms, and project management approaches
  • Key trends and challenges, including access, innovation, and anticipation

The book also covers important debates on localisation, inclusive programming, and the decolonisation of the humanitarian system. This exciting new textbook will be an important read for students looking for a comprehensive introduction, as well as for practitioners wanting to stimulate critical thinking and enhance their practical skills.

Produktdetaljer
Sprog: Engelsk
Sider: 368
ISBN-13: 9781032395555
Indbinding: Paperback
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ISBN-10: 1032395559
Kategori: Etniske studier
Udg. Dato: 18 mar 2025
Længde: 25mm
Bredde: 246mm
Højde: 172mm
Forlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Oplagsdato: 18 mar 2025
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Kategori Etniske studier


ISBN-13 9781032395555


Sprog Engelsk


Indbinding Paperback


Sider 368


Udgave


Længde 25mm


Bredde 246mm


Højde 172mm


Udg. Dato 18 mar 2025


Oplagsdato 18 mar 2025


Forlag Taylor & Francis Ltd

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