Humanitarian Assistance

The work and analyses of the Humanitarian Agenda are based on an understanding of the interdependence of the range of components of humanitarian relief in informing the development of humanitarian-minded policy solutions

In response to conflict, political shocks, and natural disasters, humanitarian assistance programs work to save lives and alleviate suffering while preserving human dignity. Humanitarian assistance has many components from food security and health services to disaster relief, refugee care, and humanitarian protection.

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The Taliban’s Increasing Restrictions on Civil Society and Aid Organizations

New Taliban restrictions on girls' education and female humanitarian workers echo the same playbook the Taliban used in the 1990s. These restrictions challenge the United States and other stakeholders to implement new strategies.

Critical Questions by ​Marti Flacks , Lauren Burke , and Nicolas Jude Larnerd — February 16, 2023

Overcoming Barriers to Humanitarian Access in Northern Ethiopia

The resumption of armed violence in Ethiopia's northern Tigray region, where 5.2 million people are in dire need of humanitarian support, threatens to undermine recent gains in humanitarian access.

Event by Jacob Kurtzer and Mvemba Phezo Dizolele — September 29, 2022

Pakistan’s Deadly Floods Pose Urgent Questions on Preparedness and Response

Pakistan is experiencing its worst humanitarian crisis in a decade. More than 4.2 million people are affected, with over one-third of the country submerged in floodwater. International actors should do their part to support Pakistan and prepare for future disasters.

Critical Questions by Jacob Kurtzer and Hareem Fatima Abdullah — September 13, 2022

Finding a Path through Quagmire

The insurgency in the Sahel has led to widespread humanitarian needs. Humanitarian operations are limited by instability and the competing agendas of regional actors. Improving humanitarian outcomes will require enhanced cooperation and increased understanding.

Brief by Will Brown — August 12, 2022

Report Launch: Localizing Humanitarian Action in Africa

Please join the CSIS Africa Program and the CSIS Humanitarian Agenda for the launch of the report, Localizing Humanitarian Action in Africa.

Event by Mvemba Phezo Dizolele , Jacob Kurtzer , Joseph Sany , Zemede Zewdie , Nimo Hassan , and Chilande Kuloba-Warria — June 15, 2022

Concurrent Crises in the Horn of Africa

The Horn of Africa is experiencing its worst drought in four decades alongside protracted conflict and violence in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Somalia, putting millions at risk. Immediate and sustained humanitarian action is necessary to prevent large-scale loss of life.

Report by Jacob Kurtzer , Sierra Ballard , and Hareem Fatima Abdullah — June 7, 2022

The Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine

The CSIS Humanitarian Agenda hosted a discussion on the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.

Event by Jacob Kurtzer , J. Stephen Morrison , Charli Carpenter , Alex Mahoney , Maggie Fleming , and Lauren Pucci — March 24, 2022

Drought Hits the Horn of Africa

Against a backdrop of ongoing violence and political instability in the region, the worst drought in decades has hit the Horn of Africa. With millions of lives and livelihoods at stake, a lack of resources looms large and gives rise to fears of mass irregular migration.

Critical Questions by David Del Conte — March 21, 2022