Humanitarian aid, an asymmetrical gesture?

In a world where humanitarian crises are multiplying, co-construction with local stakeholders and affected populations is essential to providing fairer, more effective and sustainable response. But what does co-construction really mean and what is at stake in rethinking humanitarian action? Who really holds the power of decision, and what are the participatory strategies that go beyond simple consultations to fully include the populations concerned? How can co-construction, grounded in a care-based approach, help institutions to evolve and lead us to rethink the relationship between the ‘carer’ and the ‘cared-for’? 

Four experts from the humanitarian, research and social inclusion sectors will discuss these issues, each bringing their own perspective and expertise to the subject. The conference will be moderated by Valérie Gorin, Head of Learning at the Geneva Centre for Humanitarian Studies.

This event is held in French.