Civilian and Military Cooperation in Complex Humanitarian Operations
Abstract
The interdependence of civilian and military organizations that respond to increasingly frequent and devastating complex emergencies around the world is becoming more evident. Better understanding of cultural differences between civilian humanitarian assistance organizations (HAOs) and the military could help HAOs personnel and the military work together more effectively in complex emergencies, as well as in peace operations, disaster response, consequence management, and humanitarian assistance. Why is this cooperation and coordination of civilian and military organizations necessary? Joint Publication 3-07.6 Joint Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Humanitarian Assistance begins with these words: The purpose of foreign humanitarian assistance (FHA) is to relieve or reduce the results of natural or manmade disasters or other endemic conditions such as human suffering, diseases, or privation that might present a serious threat to life or loss of property. It is sometimes in the best interest of the United States and its allies to deploy U.S. forces to provide humanitarian assistance (HA) to those in need. In addition, humanitarian and political considerations are likely to make HA operations commonplace in the years ahead. These words have proven to be all too true as we move into the 21st century.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2003
- Accession Number
- ADA485650
Entities
People
- Sarah E. Archer
Organizations
- United States Army Combined Arms Center