Guest Speaker from UNICEF Participates in NGO Management Class |
Tuesday, 10 December 2013 |
Ms. Knudsen emphasized the effects of urbanization on the frequency and consequences of disasters as well as on the organization and rendering of aid in those heavily populated area. She explained that this changing situation and the need to better respond to the needs of internally displaced persons have led to the development of the cluster approach, where groups of humanitarian organizations work together to address emergencies with a need-based, rather than capacity-driven, humanitarian response. This approach brings together international organizations, national and local authorities, and civil society. Christine Knudsen remarked: "Keep in mind that the cluster coordination is not the goal. It is a proxy for a better response and better results."
Mathew Wood, Master's candidate in the International Relations and Diplomacy program at AGS in Paris, says: "Christine Knudsen's lecture was fascinating! Being able to dialogue with practitioners who are currently working in the field really makes a difference. Ms. Knudsen was able to offer insights into the current events that had never before considered. After hearing her speak, I have changed the way I think about NGOs and humanitarian aid today." This guest lecture was an initiative of Solène Edouard, one of three professors on the team teaching the Certificate program in NGO Management at AGS in Paris along with Jean-Marie Fardeau, France Director of Human Rights Watch, and Ruchi Anand, Professor at AGS in Paris. More information on this program here. |
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