Humanitarian Assistance

CSIS’s Humanitarian Agenda analyzes the successes and challenges of humanitarian crisis response across topical and regional focus areas within the center. This research is part of a unique partnership between CSIS and the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA).

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How to Successfully Merge USAID and the Department of State

As the United States works to maintain its influence on the global stage, getting the merger of USAID into the Department of State right is paramount.

Commentary by Daniel F. Runde — March 25, 2025

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The Truth of the Matter

Responding to the LA Wildfires

Ann Lee, CEO of CORE Response, joins the podcast to discuss California wildfires, CORE’s relief efforts, and lessons from past disasters to build resilience.

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz and Ann Lee — February 12, 2025

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The Afropolitan

The fallout of the U.S. aid freeze in Washington, Abuja, and beyond

Catherine Nzuki is joined by Andrew Friedman, Senior Fellow with the CSIS Human Rights Initiative, and Samuel Itodo, Executive Director of Yiaga Africa, to discuss the impacts of the U.S. aid freeze and the future of foreign aid in Africa.

Podcast Episode by Catherine Nzuki and Andrew Friedman — February 6, 2025

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