Emergency relief operations
By: edited by Kevin M. Cahill.
Contributors: Cahill, Kevin M.
Edition: 1st ed.
Series: International humanitarian affairs ;
Publisher: Fordham University Press and The Center for International Health and Cooperation
Published: 2003
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 386
Subjects: Disaster relief; Humanitarian assistance; Emergency management
Description: This book is a practical introduction to the fundamental issues in providing humanitarian relief in emergencies. Bringing together an internationally distinguished team of physicians, diplomats, scholars, activists, and other professionals, the book covers a wide range of crises. The essays form an essential introduction to the dynamics of aid-- and responding to the effects of war, civil strife, epidemics, and other emergencies.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.