The International Response to Conflict and Genocide: Lessons from the Rwanda Experience: Humanitarian Aid and Effects (JEEAR)

Draw lessons from the Rwanda experience relevant for future complex emergencies as well as for current operations in Rwanda and the region such as early warning and conflict management, the preparation for and provision of emergency assistance, and the transition from relief to rehabilitation and development. Specific purpose of this study: Examine the provision of humanitarian aid and physical protection by the international community in response to the Rwanda crisis.

Focus: Security, protection, health, watsan, logistics, food aid, military support, preparedness, coordination, policy.