Emergency Relief Operations |
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Author:
| Cahill, Kevin M. |
Series title: | International Humanitarian Affairs Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-8232-2240-7 |
Publication Date: | Dec 2002 |
Publisher: | Fordham University Press
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $39.00 |
Book Description:
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An essential companion to Basics of Humanitarian Missions, the first volume in this series, this book is a practical guide to planning and managing relief operations in a range of specific emergency settings. The eleven chapters-each written by a leading professional-describe solutions to political, military, diplomatic, medical, and organizational challenges facing humanitarian operations. Designed for students, teachers, practitioners, policy-makers, journalists, and...
More DescriptionAn essential companion to Basics of Humanitarian Missions, the first volume in this series, this book is a practical guide to planning and managing relief operations in a range of specific emergency settings. The eleven chapters-each written by a leading professional-describe solutions to political, military, diplomatic, medical, and organizational challenges facing humanitarian operations.
Designed for students, teachers, practitioners, policy-makers, journalists, and other professionals, Emergency Relief Operations provides detailed case studies and tested strategies applicable to both natural and man-made crises-- from floods and earthquakes to medical emergencies, civil strife, and forced migration.