Understanding Humanitarian Diplomacy: Principles and Practice

This book introduces readers to the development, principles, and philosophy of humanitarian diplomacy, before demonstrating how it works in practice, using a range of case studies from humanitarian field work. Bringing an excellent balance of theory and practice, the book will interest students and practitioners of humanitarian diplomacy.

Hafize Zehra Kavak is a senior specialist at Turkish Red Crescent Academy. She completed her PhD in Sociology with a dissertation Humanitarian Diplomacy Activities of Turkish NGOs in the Middle East and Islamic Countries. She conducts valuable research but has also published, edited, and translated numerous works in humanitarian aid field. She also has worked in humanitarian aid projects in various countries such as Ethiopia, Lebanon, Macedonia, Palestine, and Türkiye.