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Basics of international humanitarian missions / edited by Kevin M. Cahill.
- Format:
- Book
- Series:
- International humanitarian affairs ; no. 2.
- International humanitarian affairs ; no. 2
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Disaster relief.
- Humanitarian assistance.
- Physical Description:
- xvi, 350 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
- Edition:
- First edition.
- Place of Publication:
- New York : Fordham University Press : Center for International Health and Cooperation, 2003.
- Summary:
- About The Series International Humanitarian Affairs International Humanitarian Affairs is a new series devoted to improving the effectiveness of humanitarian relief programs. With contributions by leading professionals, the books are practical guides to responding to the effects of civil strife, natural disasters, epidemics, and other crises. About The First Books In The Series Basics of International Humanitarian Missions and Emergency Relief Operations cover a wide range of fundamental topics--from legal, diplomatic, and political issues to disaster management, training, team-building, and funding, as well as specific health and medical interventions. The books are designed for students, policymakers, practitioners, and other professionals in health, medical, relief, and other governmental and non-governmental organizations.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (pages [269]-327) and index.
- ISBN:
- 082322242X
- 0823222438
- OCLC:
- 50693066
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