Local perspectives on humanitarian aid in Sri Lanka after the tsunami

Lee, Andrew

doi:10.1016/j.puhe.2008.06.004

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“…This accords with previous research in occupational settings, which found that met expectations were associated with high job satisfaction, performance and longevity (Wanous et al 1992). Conversely, when expectations are not met, levels of satisfaction and personal accomplishment decrease (Delgatty 2011;Lee 2008). Achievement expectations have not been specifically examined in HA worker populations, although related work has found that HA workers with high levels of motivation are less likely to suffer from burnout .…”

Section: Motivation and Achievementsupporting

confidence: 82%

Future role aspirations, achievement motivations and perceptions of personal help-seeking among humanitarian aid trainees

Skeoch

Stevens

Taylor

2017

Int J Humanitarian Action

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Humanitarian aid workers experience adverse mental health effects from their work at higher rates than the military, police and other emergency service personnel. Whilst there is considerable literature investigating risk and resilience factors for workers within this field, little is known about the status of such factors among individuals prior to their joining the profession. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten commencing undergraduates of a Bachelor of Humanitarian and Development Studies course to explore their aspirations and resilience factors regarding future work. Thematic analysis identified that whilst there was a high level of reported altruism among trainees, these perceptions appeared to constrain individual use of social support networks and help-seeking behaviours. Education and training appeared to shift future work preferences from humanitarian relief work towards development-related roles. The findings suggest that humanitarian aid trainees exhibit known risk and resilience factors before they enter the profession, whilst highlighting practice expectations and personal support perceptions that are amenable to positive change through training.

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Section: Motivation and Achievementsupporting

confidence: 82%

Future role aspirations, achievement motivations and perceptions of personal help-seeking among humanitarian aid trainees

Skeoch

Stevens

Taylor

2017

Int J Humanitarian Action

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“…The fragmented multi-agency nature of the disaster management system often leads to problems of coordination as well as ineffectual and inefficient disaster responses which characterize numerous disasters worldwide. (23)(24)(25) The striking finding of this study was the demand echoed by respondents for strong policy direction and leadership, as well as a supportive legislative framework that is implemented and enforced. These politico-legal aspects are key components of the disaster management system, acting as both catalyst and facilitating agent.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 78%

Barriers to evidence-based disaster management in Nepal: a qualitative study

Lee

2016

Public Health

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Objectives Globally, the incidence of natural disasters is increasing with developing countries tending to be worst affected. Implementing best practices in disaster management that are evidence-based is essential in order to improve disaster resilience and response. This study explores the barriers to evidence-based disaster management encountered in Nepal. Study designA qualitative study was conducted in Nepal involving interviews with key informants in the disaster management field. MethodsGovernment officials, academics, programme managers, disaster management practitioners and policymakers involved in disaster management were purposively sampled and invited to interview. 11 agreed to participate and were interviewed. The face-to-face interviews were recorded, transcribed and analysed using thematic analysis. ResultsThe interviews uncovered population-level barriers such as contextual factors (e.g. poverty), local custom and culture, as well as community-level issues (e.g. level of engagement and understanding). System-level barriers included limited demand for, availability and accessibility of the evidence-base. The implementation of evidence was influenced by the configuration of the disaster management system and system processes. Political ownership and leadership is an essential determinant of practice. Conclusions Several barriers to evidence-based practice in disaster management exist in Nepal. The relative influence of the different barriers varies with political determinants likely to have greater importance in countries such as Nepal where system governance and leadership is insufficiently developed. These issues affect a country's vulnerability to disasters and need to be addressed. KeywordsDisasters, evidence-based practice, Nepal, qualitative research Barriers to evidence-based disaster management in Nepal: a qualitative study

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“…Indeed, recovery and mitigation issues are frequently overlooked [13,16]. There are various issues specific to these other phases, such as psychosocial trauma, community cohesion, and the health impacts of poorly managed incidents that are often inadequately documented and studied [24]. …”

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Emergency management in health: key issues and challenges in the UK

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BackgroundEmergency planning in the UK has grown considerably in recent years, galvanised by the threat of terrorism. However, deficiencies in NHS emergency planning were identified and the evidence-base that underpins it is questionable. Inconsistencies in terminologies and concepts also exist. Different models of emergency management exist internationally but the optimal system is unknown. This study examines the evidence-base and evidence requirements for emergency planning in the UK health context.MethodsThe study involved semi-structured interviews with key stakeholders and opinion leaders. Purposive sampling was used to obtain a breadth of views from various agencies involved in emergency planning and response. Interviews were then analysed using a grounded approach using standard framework analysis techniques.ResultsWe conducted 17 key informant interviews. Interviewees identified greater gaps in operational than technical aspects of emergency planning. Social and behavioural knowledge gaps were highlighted with regards to how individuals and organisations deal with risk and behave in emergencies. Evidence-based approaches to public engagement and for developing community resilience to disasters are lacking. Other gaps included how knowledge was developed and used. Conflicting views with regards to the optimal configuration and operation of the emergency management system were voiced.ConclusionsFour thematic categories for future research emerged:(i) Knowledge-base for emergency management: Further exploration is needed of how knowledge is acquired, valued, disseminated, adopted and retained.(ii) Social and behavioural issues: Greater understanding of how individuals approach risk and behave in emergencies is required.(iii) Organisational issues in emergencies: Several conflicting organisational issues were identified; value of planning versus plans, flexible versus standardized procedures, top-down versus bottom-up engagement, generic versus specific planning, and reactive versus proactive approaches to emergencies.(iv) Emergency management system: More study is required of system-wide issues relating to system configuration and operation, public engagement, and how emergency planning is assessed.

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Local perspectives on humanitarian aid in Sri Lanka after the tsunami

Cited by 24 publications

References 14 publications

Future role aspirations, achievement motivations and perceptions of personal help-seeking among humanitarian aid trainees

Future role aspirations, achievement motivations and perceptions of personal help-seeking among humanitarian aid trainees

Barriers to evidence-based disaster management in Nepal: a qualitative study

Emergency management in health: key issues and challenges in the UK

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