Humanitarianism

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/humanitarianism

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the foundational principle?Belief in the inherent dignity and equal rights of all human beings
2. What is the key historical milestone?Establishment of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in 1863
3. Why did the International Committee of the Red Cross start?After the Battle of Solferino in 1859, Henry Dunant saw many wounded soldiers and decided to create an organization to help them, leading to the ICRC in 1863.
4. How do people help during natural disasters?Helpers give food, water, shelter, and medical care, and work to keep everyone safe and healthy during emergencies.

International Humanitarian Law: A set of rules seeking to limit the effects of armed conflict for humanitarian reasons.
Needs Assessment: The process of identifying the problems and requirements of a population affected by a crisis.
Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP): Ensuring that aid organizations listen to and respond to the needs and feedback of the people they serve.