Providing a critical introduction to the notion of humanitarianism
in global politics, tracing the concept from its origins to the
twenty-first century, this book examines how the so called
international community works in response to humanitarian crises
and the systems that bind and divide them. By tracing the history
on international humanitarian action from its early roots through
the birth of the Red Cross to the beginning of the UN, Peter Walker
and Daniel G. Maxwell examine the challenges humanitarian agencies
face, from working alongside armies and terrorists to witnessing
genocide. They argue that humanitarianism has a vital future, but
only if those practicing it choose to make it so. Topics covered
include: the rise in humanitarian action as a political tool the
growing call for accountability of agencies the switch of NGOs from
bit players to major trans-national actors the conflict between
political action and humanitarian action when it comes to
addressing causes as well as symptoms of crisis. This book is
essential reading for anyone with an interest in international
human rights law, disaster management and international relations.
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