Global Health Responses in Emergencies and Humanitarian Crisis

Basic tools and knowledge for a response to humanitarian crises from a global health perspective, guided by medical ethics and the principles of neutrality and impartiality

The majority of humanitarian crises imply large-scale health crises. Medical emergency aid is needed to assist people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters and those excluded from healthcare. Good knowledge of essential preventive measures, such as the provision of safe water, adequate sanitation, early vaccination along with other preventive strategies, as well as the provision of the most basic (emergency) medical care, are of crucial importance.

In this course, we will introduce participants to the main components required to respond to humanitarian emergencies while addressing challenges and dilemmas. How major humanitarian organizations achieve positive results reducing mortality, morbidity and suffering of populations in precarious situations.

This course is accredited by the University of Barcelona and tropEd - Network for Education in International Health.

Requirements

• Candidates should have demonstrated interest in global health and/or interventions in humanitarian crises.
• Students should have an advanced level of English, which is the language of instruction for this course.

Coordinators

Núria Salse Ubach, La Cooperativa Humanitaria

Assessment

Students will be assessed based on:

• Individual class participation
• Final Exam
• Group work oral presentation 

Application

Interested candidates must complete this form. 

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*The time and format of sessions are subject to change.