ANALYSIS In the last two decades, the number of deliberate attacks on aid workers have risen sharply. This has led to a growing concern among humanitarians, policymakers, and researchers that it is currently more dangerous to be an aid worker than it ever was before. Jamie LeSueur, a humanitarian response professional from Canada, argues that targeted attacks against … [Läs mer...]
The field diary: Baptism by fire
What does it mean to work with development and security related issues in a conflict zone? In a sequence of reflections from the field, our new contributor Anna Hohwü Vesperini will offer her personal account of the excitements and challenges of working with the Danish Refugee Council in South Sudan. Long before you even set your foot in the field for the first time you go … [Läs mer...]