In this series, we have come now to consideration of how agencies need to care for their people, based on the many factors which shape their members and their many dimensions of need. In Volume One, we examined the ways in which our cross-cultural or multicultural humanitarian workers are formed, especially the role which family of origin has in shaping their attitudes and life stance. In Volume Two, we have considered the twelve factors which enable humanitarian workers to become effective and to last over the long haul, to achieve longevity in their roles and missions. In this volume, we focus on what the agency or organization needs to do to care for its members. Attending to the qualities and character of leaders and the many factors which influence their effectiveness is also part of agency care. Leaders primarily create and influence organizational structure and ethos, and their influence is pervasive. Therefore caring for them, at all levels, is a wise and essential agency responsibility. Lastly, this volume includes medical advice for international workers, with information about finding medical help abroad, medications, food handling, common medical ailments, trauma, immunizations, emergency planning, creating a safe haven, and other useful resources.

Pages: 574 pages

ASIN: B09GX4JGN6