Funding Arrangements for Disaster Response

Complex emergencies have changed dramatically. This requires the deployment of new resources so as to ensure a more predictable and timely response. A better prevention capability and timely response should be supported by sufficient and flexible funding. The humaniarian system has established several mechanisms to improve financing in terms of prevention, equity, and readiness for action. The autor focuses attention on current funding instruments adopted at universal, regional, and bilateral levels and on the role payed by private parties.