Humanitarianism: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions) by Julia F. Irwin
English | March 26th, 2026 | ISBN: 0197753094 | 176 pages | True EPUB | 9.15 MB
Humanitarian crises are a central problem of modern history and contemporary international relations. According to United Nations estimates, 300 million people required humanitarian assistance and protection in 2024 alone, due to displacement, armed conflict, food insecurity, disasters, and the consequences of climate change. The international humanitarian system, in turn, plays a powerful role in 21st century global affairs. Since the 1990s, the aid sector has ballooned in size and influence. It is now a multi-billion-dollar industry, employing hundreds of thousands of people globally.
