The Myth of Neutrality

Peace Review, Vol. 8, No. 4, p. 521, December 1996

Posted: 10 Mar 2010

Date Written: December 1996

Abstract

Examines the significance of the provision adopted by humanitarian non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in 1995 to be neutral about giving humanitarian aid. Origin of the idea of neutrality in giving humanitarian aid; Why neutrality cannot be maintained in complex emergencies; Definition of neutrality.

Keywords: humanitarian, neutrality, NGO, United Nations

Suggested Citation

Seybolt, Taylor B., The Myth of Neutrality (December 1996). Peace Review, Vol. 8, No. 4, p. 521, December 1996, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1567716

Taylor B. Seybolt (Contact Author)

University of Pittsburgh ( email )

135 N Bellefield Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
United States

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