Beschreibung:
Strengthening local humanitarian engagement demands not only rethinking dominant understandings of religion, but also revisiting the principles and practices of humanitarianism. This book articulates key aspects of the 'transborder discourse' necessary for humanitarian dialogue in the 21st century.
PrefacePrologue1. Why humanitarianism doesn't get religion . . . and why it needs to2. The place of faith in humanitarian engagement with displaced communities3. Engaging with theological reflection to strengthen humanitarian response4. Towards more effective dialogue between humanitarianism and religionBibliography