Stronger humanitarian engagement requires local knowledge

Mohamed Aden Hassan; Nauja Kleist

Stronger humanitarian engagement requires local knowledge

Mohamed Aden Hassan
, Nauja Kleist

Rako Research and Communication Centre

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Abstract

Localisation is a key word in international humanitarianism and recognises the importance of local partners. Diaspora humanitarianism is pertinent for such efforts due to its connectivity and knowledge of local contexts. Collaboration can enhance efficiency and impact but involves dilemmas and compromises.

Original language	English
Place of Publication	Copenhagen
Publisher	Danish Institute for International Studies
Number of pages	4
Publication status	Published - 2 Dec 2024

Series	DIIS Policy Brief

Keywords

Diaspora
Humanitarian aid
Localization
Somalia

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https://www.diis.dk/en/node/27378

D-Hum: Diaspora Humanitarianism in Complex Crises
Kleist, N. (PI), Albrecht, P. (CoI), Norman, J. (CoI), Simonsen, A. (CoI), Hassan, M. A. (CoI), Kanyinga, K. (CoI), Michuki, G. (CoI), Manga, E. O. (CoI) & Bradbury, M. (CoI)
01/07/2019 → 31/08/2025
Project: Research

Localisation: Stronger humanitarian engagement requires local knowledge
Kleist, N. (Speaker) & Hassan, M. A. (Speaker)
23 Jan 2025
Activity: Talk or Presentation › Presentation/Speaker at conference, seminar, workshop etc.

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Abstract

Keywords

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D-Hum: Diaspora Humanitarianism in Complex Crises

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Localisation: Stronger humanitarian engagement requires local knowledge

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