The Syrian Conflict and Its Effect on the Future of Humanitarian Action

Paul B. Spiegel, Professor, Health Systems, Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Director, Center for Refugee and Disaster Response, Johns Hopkins University The consequences of the Syrian conflict have accelerated needed change in humanitarian preparedness and response. The system is no longer fit for purpose. Dr. Spiegel discusses the evolving context and provides recommendations for the future. This is the first of the 2016 Humanitarian Seminar Series sponsored by the Center for Refugee and Disaster Response.