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1996 : pbk ISBN 9780198290797
Description
Despite a growth in research on disaster response, too often has there been little synergy between the efforts of disaster researchers and disaster organizations. The "World Disasters Report" makes a contribution towards the formulation of a more professional response to disasters worldwide. The 1996 report provides detailed analysis of the complex issues relating to both natural and man-made disasters, and aims to define and advocate good practice in dealing with them. A broad range of key topics is featured: global food security, food aid and best practice in relief nutrition, future trends in refugee and displaced person assistance, and the lessons learned from the Kobe earthquake, former Yugoslavia and the Oklahoma terrorist bombing. In addition, the report contains a comprehensive database compiled of global disaster statistics.
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1996 ISBN 9780198290803
Description
Despite a growth in research on disaster response, too often has there been little synergy between the efforts of disaster researchers and disaster organizations. The "World Disasters Report" makes a contribution towards the formulation of a more professional response to disasters worldwide. The 1996 report provides detailed analysis of the complex issues relating to both natural and man-made disasters, and aims to define and advocate good practice in dealing with them. A broad range of key topics is featured: global food security, food aid and best practice in relief nutrition, future trends in refugee and displaced person assistance, and the lessons learned from the Kobe earthquake, former Yugoslavia and the Oklahoma terrorist bombing. In addition, the report contains a comprehensive database compiled of global disaster statistics.
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1997 : pbk ISBN 9780198292906
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This annual, global and interdisciplinary publication focuses on all aspects of disaster cause and effect, and the growing millions affected by crisis and catastrophe, from flood and famine to war and economic collapse. Backed by the resources of the 169-nation International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, the world's most experienced and extensive humanitarian network, the 1997 report examines key issues, promotes best practice, analyzes recent crisis response efforts from China to Iraq, Somalia and the Caribbean, and offers a comprehensive disasters database.
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1998 : pbk ISBN 9780198294566
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From the 175-nation International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - the world's most experienced and extensive humanitarian network - the all-new World Disasters Report 1998 covers key issues, promotes best practice, analyses recent crisis response efforts and offers a comprehensive disasters database. With an urban crisis theme, the Report examines: * vulnerability of cities * global toll of traffic accidents * best practice in shelter * psychological support * sanctions against Iraq * Colombia's disasters * Africa's refugee "cities" * Europe's floods For academics, scientists, researchers, students, disaster professionals, city planners, and community workers, the World Disasters Report 1998 is the only annual, global and interdisciplinary publication focusing on all aspects of disaster cause and effect, and the growing millions affected by crisis and catastrophe, from flood and famine to war and economic collapse.
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2001 : pbk ISBN 9789291390755
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This report looks at how humanitarian agencies and governments can best help disaster-affected communities to recover, to become stronger and more disaster resilient. How can the gaps between short-term relief and longer-term recovery, between techno-centric master plans and people-centred solutions be bridged? Recurrent disasters are sweeping away aid dollars and arresting the development of millions of people. What are the root causes and what are the limits to humanitarian action? This report focuses on how governments and agencies are failing to prevent or mitigate mega-disasters in India and Bangladesh.
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2002 : pbk ISBN 9789291390823
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Disasters, both environmental and technological, continue to inflict unacceptable human and economic costs. The number of weather-related disasters has doubled between 1996 and 2002, and scientists are warning that global warming will bring more windstorms, more floods and more droughts. The challenge to reduce the heavy toll taken by disasters has never been more urgent. This report focuses on reducing disaster risk. How significant a role can mitigation and preparedness play in reducing disaster losses? How can international disaster response better integrate with local responses? What non-structural approaches to mitigation from early warning systems and first-aid training to public awareness, education and advocacy are possible? And can we show that disaster preparedness and mitigation pay off in terms of lives, livelihoods and assets saved? The report examines the rationale for disaster preparedness, how to mitigate the effects of global warming in small island states and how to reduce risk from earthquakes in urban areas. It also looks at how communities in Mozambique, Nepal and Latin America have successfully reduced the toll of disasters through sound preparedness.
In addition to the data chapter, updated annually, the report studies humanitarian accountability and presents a methodology to assess vulnerabilities and capacities.
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2003 : pbk ISBN 9789291390922
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In 2003, the "World Disasters Report" focuses on ethics and aid. What are the key ethical dilemmas facing humanitarian aid in the 21st century? This text examines the ethical dilemmas raised by complex emergencies such as post-conflict situations, natural disasters and forgotten crises, and analyses how the political agenda of donors affects the aid industry, humanitarian principles and vulnerable people. The report also explores why it took so long for donors to respond to the southern Africa famine; probes the dilemmas facing recovery efforts in Afghanistan; and examines why, while internally displaced persons are on the international agenda, the issue of economic migrants remains poorly understood.
Table of Contents
- 1. Humanitarian values: under siege from geopolitics, Nicholas Stockton
- 2. Soul and professionalism in humanitarian action, Peter Walker
- 3. Famine stalks Southern Africa, Chris McIvor and Mercedes Sayagues
- 4. Recovery in Afghanistan, Chris Johnson
- 5. Migrants - the forgotten disaster, Susan F. Martin
- 6. Ethical challenges of Capacity building, Jennifer Rowell and John Twigg
- 7. Measuring the impact of humanitarian aid, Chris Roche
- 8. Disaster Data: Key Trends and Statistics, Patricia N. Diskett and Jonathan Walter
- 9. International Federation overview
- 10. National Society contact details
- 11. International Federation delegation details
- Index
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2004 : pbk ISBN 9789291391080
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In the hours and days after an earthquake or flood, most lives are saved by the courage and resourcefulness of friends and neighbours. During slow-onset crises such as drought, many indigenous societies have developed extraordinary capacities to cope and bounce back. How can humanitarian organizations, which seek to bring aid to disaster-struck communities, strengthen rather than undermine this local resilience? Can the capacity of communities to cope with crisis be directed towards trying to prevent or mitigate the impacts of disasters? Perceptions of disaster differ between those on the frontline and those trying to help. Evidence from the field suggests that everyday threats to livelihoods are a greater concern to most poor communities than 'one-off' disasters. So are efforts to promote community-based disaster mitigation and preparedness failing to meet the expressed needs of at-risk communities? The report argues that a broader approach to risk reduction is needed, which takes into account not just hazards, but livelihoods, health and governance as well.
Published annually since 1993, the World Disasters Report brings together the latest trends, facts and analysis of contemporary crises - whether 'natural' or human-made, quick-onset or chronic.
Table of Contents
- Community Resilience - What Does it Mean in Practice?
- Heat Waves - The Rich World's Hidden Disaster
- Rural Communities in India Cope Against All Odds
- Bam - Warning to Reduce Future Quake Risks in Iran
- Harnessing Local Capacities in The Philippines
- HIV/AIDS - Eroding Communities Across Africa
- Urban Risk and Resilience - Lessons from South Asia
- Latest Disaster and Refugee Data
- Index
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2005 : pbk ISBN 9789291391097
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People need information as much as water, food, medicine or shelter. Information can save lives, livelihoods and resources. It may be the only form of disaster preparedness that the most vulnerable can afford. The right kind of information leads to a deeper understanding of needs and ways to respond. The wrong information can lead to inappropriate, even dangerous interventions. Information bestows power. Lack of information can make people victims of disaster. Do aid organizations use information to accumulate power for themselves or to empower others? The report calls on agencies to focus less on gathering information for their own needs and more on exchanging information with the people they seek to support.
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2006 : pbk ISBN 9789291391226
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Which people are missing out on humanitarian aid because no journalists report on them, no donors are interested in them, no agencies have assessed their needs, or because their governments ignore them? This year's report ventures into the shadows lying behind the more publicized disasters of 2005-2006. It combines first-hand reporting from the field with critical analysis of aid flows and donor preferences to highlight places and issues starved of attention. The report calls on aid organizations, journalists, governments and academics to work together to address the symptoms - and causes - of neglected humanitarian crises.
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2007 : pbk ISBN 9789291391264
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Gender, race, religion, age - there are so many reasons why people are excluded from society. Those who are face an uphill struggle for equality, even if they have the strength and wherewithal to take the first steps. However many do not. What, then, is the reality for these groups when disaster strikes?Hidden, ignored or simply invisible, the most vulnerable - and those potentially in the greatest need - are rarely, if ever, at the forefront of aid operations. This report turns the spotlight on these groups, examining how and why they face discrimination. It calls on communities, governments and agencies to work harder to identify the most vulnerable and work together to ensure that their specific needs are addressed in an emergency.
by "Nielsen BookData"