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Humanitarian crises are a central problem in modern history and contemporary international relations. According to United Nations estimates, 300 million people needed humanitarian assistance and protection in 2024 alone, due to displacement, armed conflicts, food insecurity, disasters, and the repercussions of climate change. The international humanitarian system, in turn, plays a pivotal role in global affairs in the twenty-first century. Since the 1990s, the aid sector has seen tremendous growth in size and influence, and today it is a multi-billion dollar industry, employing hundreds of thousands of people around the world. Humanitarian Action: A Very Brief Introduction provides a clear, clear and concise account of how and why this situation arose. In this book, historian Julia F. Irwin examines the events and trends that shaped modern humanitarian action, from the eighteenth century to the present day. The book describes the origins of international humanitarian action, the development of major humanitarian organizations and movements, the development of international humanitarian law, and the expansion of the international humanitarian sector. This book examines organized efforts to save lives, alleviate suffering, and preserve human dignity in the midst of major conflicts, disasters, refugee crises, and other humanitarian emergencies. At the same time, Irwin shows how beliefs about race, gender, religion, and nationality have historically influenced human feelings and actions. Based on his understanding of the differences between war, post-war and non-conflict situations, Irwin evaluates criticisms of humanitarian action and debates about the legitimacy of humanitarian interventions. This book also highlights the complex relationship between humanitarian action, human rights, and international development. Finally, the book explores diverse and competing humanist traditions around the world, placing humanist ideals and practices in a global context. About the Series: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press includes hundreds of titles in almost every field. These bite-sized books are an ideal way to quickly learn about a new topic. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, fresh ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and stimulating topics easy to read.