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Humanitarian Aid in Conflict

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Join us in unraveling the complexities of delivering humanitarian aid in conflict zones and the crucial principle of impartiality.
Speakers
Nathaniel Raymond
Rebecca Wolfe
Pia Wanek
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About This Event

In a world characterized by upheaval and conflicts, the importance of humanitarian aid has become clear. However, delivering aid in complex and often contentious situations presents challenges, especially significant when considering the principle of impartiality.

Join Nathaniel Raymond, Rebecca Wolfe, and Pia Wanek for a thought-provoking conversation about the critical issues surrounding humanitarian aid and intervention in conflict zones. They will examine the challenges and principles associated with maintaining impartiality amid ongoing crises, and center on recent global events, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the civil war in Sudan, and the Israel-Hamas conflict. Throughout the discussion, they will also address the evolving role of humanitarian actors in navigating complex geopolitical landscapes, the ethical considerations surrounding aid distribution in conflict zones, and the necessity for adaptive strategies to ensure effective support for vulnerable communities amidst ongoing global crises.

About the Speakers
Executive Director, Humanitarian Research Lab, Yale School of Public Health
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Nathaniel Raymond is the executive director of the Humanitarian Research Lab at Yale University. He specializes in the investigation of war crimes, including mass killings and torture. His team recently released a report detailing Russia’s abduction of Ukrainian children titled “Russia's Systematic Program for the Re-Education and Adoption of Ukrainian Children.”
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Senior Lecturer and Executive Director of International Policy & Development at University of Chicago
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Rebecca J. Wolfe is a leading expert in political violence, conflict, and violent extremism, serving as a Senior Lecturer at the Harris School for Public Policy at the University of Chicago. She is also an associate at the Pearson Institute for the Study and Resolution of Global Conflicts.
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Pia Wanek
Chief Executive Officer, DT Institute
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Pia Wanek is a leader in international development and humanitarian assistance specializing with 20 years of experience in policy and strategy development, project management and program design, and strategy development in government and in the non-profit sector.  
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