As we wrap up JustHumanitarianism we´d like to reflect on the journey we´ve had with the blog, and the opportunities it presents. Created as a platform to examine the many global dimensions of global humanitarian efforts, we explored gender equality, mental health, andsexuality education, which we felt deserved more attention …
Intersectionality and the Impact of Humanitarian Aid Humanitarian interventions aim to provide essential support to those in crisis, providing relief to vulnerable populations, but this is not as straightforward as it may seem. Despite good intentions, these efforts – aid distribution, development projects, or emergency response- can have both positive …
Humanitarian Action or Alibi: Inequality Amidst Humanitarian Efforts What Makes a Global Challenge a Priority? As previously highlighted in the critical analysis of this blog, in which JustHumanitarian highlights its aims to raise awareness, provide thoughtful insights, and engage a broad audience in discussions on key global challenges—from disaster relief …
In war-affected countries, over half the population experiences mental health conditions such as depression, PTSD, and anxiety, yet only 10% receive the necessary therapeutic support (Alghazo & Premuda-Conti, 2024, p. 607). While the psychological toll on soldiers is extensively documented, non-refugee civilians who remain in conflict zones also face these …
Humanitarian Action or Alibi: Inequality Amidst Humanitarian Efforts Just as some natural disasters can be viewed as manufactured economic disasters, can the response to certain humanitarian emergencies caused by armed conflicts perpetuate or even exacerbate the issues they aim to address? Are humanitarian actions merely temporary solutions to much larger …
While digital platforms have revolutionized humanitarian efforts, enabling rapid mobilization and solidarity, they also present challenges. The ease of online donations and sharing campaigns can sometimes lead to superficial acts of altruism, challenging grassroots humanitarian efforts. In Vietnam, the incidents involving allegations of influencer-driven self-promotion through charity to high-profile celebrity …
In humanitarian emergencies, gender inequality becomes more pronounced, and women and girls are disproportionately affected. Many vulnerabilities are exasperated, including a significantly increased risk for unwanted pregnancy, gender-based violence, STIs, and maternal mortality (UN Women). A recent episode of the Educate Us! Women and Girls on Learning in Humanitarian Crises …
Humanitarian Action or Alibi: Inequality Amidst Humanitarian Efforts As the number of armed conflicts and natural disasters causing humanitarian emergencies continues to rise, the role of humanitarian actors is more crucial than ever. This JustHumanitarian blog aims to raise awareness, provide thoughtful insights, and engage a broad audience in discussions …
Green Opportunities in Africa Young entrepreneurs in Africa possess unique and often untapped potential to create sustainable economic growth. By investing in their talents, green entrepreneurs can help accelerate climate progress and build a more equitable and prosperous continent. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), the green economy has …
With more than 70 ongoing global conflicts and crises, understanding the impact on people’s lives and the psychological toll on civilians in these areas is of great importance. In a recent episode from 31 October 2024, What’s Unsaid, a podcast from The New Humanitarian, explores the question: In Crises, Can …
