The continuum of humanitarian crisis management : Messages for the World Humanitarian Summit

Key Points

• The aim is to explore non-linear approaches to humanitarian crisis management and emphasize local engagement.
• Examined current crisis management frameworks
• Identified barriers between mandates and mindsets
• Analyzed local empowerment strategies
• Proposed a more integrated approach to crisis management
• Highlighted the importance of local involvement from day one
• Recommended reforms in global cooperation for crisis response