Humanitarianism

There are many ways in which humanitarianism started. Humanity is always prone to helping those most in need, but "organized humanitarianism got its start in 1859." [ICRC1998]
▬» Dating back as early as the Middle Ages, Catholic monasteries and monastic orders have a long tradition of providing charity, asylum, and assistance to the poor. »
E. Ferris, «Faith-based and secular humanitarian organizations», International Review of the Red Cross 87, 858 (2005), pages 311-325
== Rhizomata ==
Humanism
Human aid; 
Human welfare
Charity