Includes bibliographical references (pages 267-289) and index.
Contents
Pt. 1. Ethical foundations -- 1.The ethical origins of humanitarian action -- pt. 2. The modern elaboration of humanitarian principles -- 2. The humanitarian goal -- Humanity and impartiality -- 3. Political principles -- Neutrality and Independence -- 4. Dignity principles -- Respect, participation and empowerment -- 5. Stewardship principles -- Sustainability and accountability -- 6. What kind of ethics is humanitarian ethics? -- pt. 3. Ethical practice in humanitarian action -- 7. Reason and emotion -- 8. Humanitarian deliberation -- 9. Moral choices -- 10. Moral responsibility -- 11. Persistent ethical problems -- 12. The ethical humanitarian worker.
