The 'war on terror' is changing the landscape in which humanitarian organizations operate. What ethical dilemmas do humanitarians face in an increasingly politicized environment? Is aid really reaching those in greatest need? Do we even know where humanitarian needs are greatest? What are the key principles to help to guide aid programming in the field? How should humanitarian organizations deal with this new reality? In its eleventh annual edition, the World Disasters Report examines the ethical challenges faced by those working on the front line in post-conflict situations, chronic food crises and natural disasters. It questions the capacity of the humanitarian system to assess the needs of vulnerable people. And it challenges the aid community to promote and practice the overriding principle of saving life with dignity, wherever it is under threat. This year's report features: *humanitarian ethics in disaster and war *building capacity in disaster - the ethical dimensions *famine stalks southern Africa *Afghanistan - power politics or ethical principles? *forced migration - forgotten disaster? *assessing the impact of humanitarian aid *measuring disaster: challenges, opportunities and ethics A solid, meticulously researched, and highly informational presentation. A welcome and much appreciated addition to academic, governmental, and professional studies. -- Midwest Book Review Unique features: -Up-to-date, comprehensive data on disasters worldwide -Expert discussion of ethics and aid issues in disaster and war Jonathan Walter is editor of the World Disasters Report.