The Sphere Minimum Standards for Healthcare are a practical expression of the right to healthcare in humanitarian contexts. The standards are grounded in the beliefs, principles, duties and rights declared in the Humanitarian Charter, including the right to life with dignity, protection, security, and the right to receive humanitarian assistance on the basis of need. Read More
The Handbook is one of the most widely known and internationally recognized tools for the delivery of the quality humanitarian response Read More
The Terms of Reference for Disaster Waste Management Experts describe the key responsibilities and required background and skills of disaster waste management experts deployed by the UN Environment/OCHA Joint Unit during emergency response missions. Read More
This occasional policy paper aims to improve the humanitarian sector’s understanding of the nexus between climate change and violent conflict. Read More
The Rohingya Humanitarian Crises highlights the close link between protection and environmental factors. The chapter on protection calls for protection planning that takes into account environmental factors. Read More
OCHA Occasional Policy Brief on climate change and humanitarian action Read More
The Terms of Reference for Environmental Field Advisors describe the main tasks of a deployed Environmental Field Advisor. Read More
The Terms of Reference for Environmental Experts in Emergencies describe the main tasks of a deployed Environmental Expert in a humanitarian setting. Read More
A OECD Working Group on Chemical Accidents (WGCA) report on the risks and challenges related to the ageing of hazardous installations. Read More
A UNHCR report providing guidance and information regarding planned relocation in relation to disasters and climate change, with the aim to consolidate good practices and preparing for the future. Read More
This document describes the required background and key responsibilities of experts deployed by the JEU during emergency response missions. Read More
This study requested by the AGEE considers ways to improve the international framework for environmental emergency response and preparedness. Read More
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