Published on 14 apr 2011 view original download pdf 2. Humanitarian charter and minimum standards in humanitarian response 2011 edition. Download pdf download our partner standard handbooks. Sphere s thematic sheet on reducing environmental impact in humanitarian response offers handson guidance to practitioners looking to consider environmental issues in their humanitarian programmes. Whats new in the pdf 2011 edition of the sphere handbook the new edition of the sphere projects handbook updates the qualitative and quantitative indicators and guidance notes and improves the overall structure and. Key workshop reference is the 2011 edition of the sphere project. Nov 20, 2018 the sphere project, now known as sphere, was created in 1997 by a group of humanitarian nongovernmental organisations and the red cross and red crescent movement.
A thematic sheet is a short guide that compiles references to a particular topic in the sphere handbook and delves deeper into the issue. Humanitarian charter and minimum standards in disaster response. The sphere handbook establishes shared principles and a set of universal minimum standards in core areas of humanitarian response such as water, food, shelter. The sphere project is the author of the sphere handbook 2011 4. Designing the sphere handbook 2018 call for proposals for graphic design services 26 october 2017 sphere is seeking a skilled graphic designer with both print and web design experience to produce the new version of the humanitarian communitys flagship manual, the sphere handbook 2018. The sphere project author of the sphere handbook 2011.
The sphere handbook is one of the most widely known and internationally recognized sets of common principles and universal minimum standards for the delivery of quality, accountable humanitarian response. Water supply, sanitation and hygiene promotion wash food security and nutrition. Apr 14, 2011 the sphere handbook establishes shared principles and a set of universally acknowledged minimum standards in four lifesaving areas of humanitarian response. The sphere handbook is designed for use in disaster response and is applicable in a range of situations where relief is required, including natural disasters as well as manmade disasters. The cornerstone of the handbook is the humanitarian charter, which is. Taken together, the humanitarian charter and the minimum standards contribute to an operational framework for accountability in disaster assistance efforts. Ocha coordinates the global emergency response to save lives and protect people in humanitarian crises. The humanitarian charter and the minimum standards are published together as a handbook, the latest edition of which you are reading now. The sphere handbook is designed for planning, implementation, monitoring and.
The sphere handbook 2011 acdrrmo drrm cca online resource. The sphere project handbook 2011 version food security. Psychological first aid is an alternative to psychological debriefing. Global sphere hand book covers both conflict and natural disaster 2011 2004 2000 early 199819971994project timeline project description the third revision of the sphere handbook was released in 2011. This edition of the sphere handbook is the result of the most diverse and farreaching consultation process in the history of sphere. The importance of shelter,settlementand nonfood items in disasters shelter is a critical determinant for survival in the initial stages of a disaster.
In other words, it sets out what should be done when responding to crises. Summary of the sphere handbook in action 2016 update. Pdf sphere handbook 2011 achmad rizki azhari academia. Further operational research is required following the publication of the 2018 sphere handbook to better understand the usability and relevance of the newly selected set of indicators.
Introducing the sphere handbook 2011 edition youtube. The sphere project has 22 books on goodreads with 7 ratings. But sphere is not just a manual of humanitarian good practice. In 2006, the sphere handbook was introduced to the chinese government and ngos in china. Siam journal on scientific computing siam society for. The sphere handbook in action elearning course aims to strengthen the effective use of the sphere handbook, humanitarian charter and minimum standards in humanitarian response. Pdf the sphere project the sphere project 2011 sphere. Caritas will be cohosting or participating in launches of the sphere projects new handbook humanitarian charter and minimum standards in humanitarian response in various locations around the globe on 14 april. The sphere handbook standards for quality humanitarian response. Spheres thematic sheet on reducing environmental impact in humanitarian response offers handson guidance to practitioners looking to consider environmental issues in their humanitarian programmes. The sphere project, a leading initiative promoting quality and accountability in humanitarian work, launched today the arabic version of the 2011 revised edition of the sphere handbook.
However, the sphere standards reflect the core content of the right to housing and contribute to the progressive realisation of this right globally. It is a statement about rights and duties and about the implications. This article describes the main provisions and updates to the minimum standards in food security and nutrition in the 2011 edition of the sphere handbook. Introduction a ledition 2011 du manuel sphere youtube. Jul, 2012 the sphere handbook is one of the most widely known and internationally recognized sets of common principles and universal minimum standards for the delivery of quality humanitarian response.
The humanitarian charter and minimum standards will not of course stop humanitarian crises from happening, nor can they prevent human suffering. Psychological first aid has been recommended by many international and national expert groups, including the interagency standing committee iasc and the sphere project. The revision that led to the 2011 edition of the sphere handbook involved more than 650 experts from some 300 organizations in approximately 20 countries. The sphere project acknowledges the breadth of the contributions made and the willingness of organisations and individuals to be involved. The sphere project and its handbook are well known for introducing considerations of quality and accountability to humanitarian action. The sphere handbook establishes shared principles and a set of universally acknowledged minimum standards in four lifesaving areas of humanitarian response. The sphere project is an attempt by the operational agencies of the international humanitarian community to define common standards for the provision of assistance in a spirit of quality and accountability. Download ebook humanitarian charter and minimum standards in humanitarian response russian pdf for free. The protection principles support the rights set out in the humanitarian charter.
Sphere handbook 2018 center for humanitarian health. New actors including the military and development agencies were actively engaging in humanitarian operations. In 2009, the world health organizations who mhgap guidelines development group evaluated. Caritas europa will be cohosting the launch of the new handbook in brussels and the caritas internationalis delegation in geneva will be supporting the launch in switzerland.
It is the result of an intense yearlong mobilisation of humanitarian actors around the globe and reflects two decades of experience using the standards in frontline operations, policy development and advocacy to uphold principled quality and. The sphere project guidelines consist of a humanitarian. Spheres flagship publication is the sphere handbook. We advocate for effective and principled humanitarian action by all, for all. The sphere project has committed to fully integrate the chs into the sphere handbook, replacing its core standards cs upon finalisation of the full chs in 2015 1 the cs are available online at. Sphere formerly known as the sphere project is a global movement started in 1997 aiming to improve the quality of humanitarian assistance. The sphere project was launched in 1997 to develop a set of minimum. The sphere handbook standards for quality humanitarian. The roles and responsibilities of humanitarian actors. The sphere handbook is a voluntary code and a selfregulatory tool for quality and accountability, and the sphere project does not operate any compliance mechanism.
Books by the sphere project author of the sphere handbook 2011. The sphere handbook 3rd edition 2011 humanitarian charter conflict or disasteraffected populations have a right to life with dignity a right to receive humanitarian assistance a right to protection and security. It comprises the humanitarian charter, the protection principles, the core humanitarian standard, and minimum humanitarian standards in four vital areas of response. The sphere standards are the most commonly used and most widely known set of humanitarian standards. The core humanitarian standard and the sphere core standards. Caritas cohosting launches of the new sphere handbook.
Nearly 4,500 online comments were received from 190 organisations, and more than 1,400 people participated in 60 inperson events hosted by partners in 40 countries. Whats new in the 2011 edition of the sphere handbook the new edition of the sphere projects handbook updates the qualitative and quantitative indicators and guidance notes and improves the overall structure and consistency of the text the new version has. The sphere handbook 3rd edition 2011 humanitarian charter conflict or disasteraffected populations have a right to life with dignity. This includes the sphere handbook to learn the humanitarian charter and minimum standards for humanitarian response. The sphere handbook has a number of companion standards, extending its scope in response to needs that have emerged within the humanitarian sector. The sphere project, now known as sphere, was created in 1997 by a group of humanitarian nongovernmental organisations and the red cross and red crescent movement. Sphere will use the information you provide on this form to be in touch with you and to provide updates and marketing. The arkitsktens to life with dignity is the basis for the right to humanitarian assistance right to protection and security legal foundation the current charter includes a companion resource, zkey documents that inform the sphere humanitarian doa.
Background the sphere project is an attempt by the operational agencies of the international humanitarian community to define common standards for the provision of assistance in a spirit of quality and accountability. The sphere handbook is one of the most widely known and internationally recognized sets of common principles and universal minimum standards for the delivery of quality humanitarian response. Following the publication of the latest sphere handbook in 2011, the humanitarian community has acknowledged a series of new challenges. This 15hour course brings the handbook to life through the use of realistic scenarios, helping the learner to get acquainted with its core messages and to understand. In the middle of the south pacific, 1,000 feet below the surface, a huge spaceship is discovered resting on the ocean floor. The handbook editions and languages sphere standards. The sphere handbook is designed for use during humanitarian response in a range of situations including natural disasters, conflict, slow and rapidonset situations, rural and urban environments, and complex political emergencies in all countries. Launch of the arabic version of the sphere handbook 2011. Anyone working or volunteering in a humanitarian response will hear frequent references to the sphere handbook. Disasterready offers more than 600 free online courses from top ngos on all aspects of humanitarian relief and development.
The principles articulate the role that all humanitarian actors can play in helping protect people. The sphere handbook is spheres flagship publication. After working with the 2011 sphere handbook as a trainer throughout 2012 and 20 i have realized that there is much more change here than first meets the eye, and that for those who have been training with sphere for some time, simply explaining the new features is not adequate. Jun 08, 2014 the sphere handbook is designed for use during humanitarian response in a range of situations including natural disasters, conflict, slow and rapidonset situations, rural and urban environments, and complex political emergencies in all countries. The handbook does not offer practical guidance on how to provide certain services the key actions suggest activities to reach a standard without specifying how to do that. Because it is not owned by any one organization, the sphere handbook enjoys broad acceptance by the humanitarian sector as a whole. Remove training and resource materials filter training and resource materials remove sphere filter sphere. Because it is not owned by any one organization, the sphere. Our handbook is available to be downloaded as a pdf version in different languages. The sphere handbook is designed for use in disaster response, and may also be useful in disaster preparedness and humanitarian advocacy. The sphere handbook is sphere s flagship publication. Sphere s flagship publication is the sphere handbook. Volunteers do not need to know the standards themselves, but they should know what the sphere project is and its history.
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