ANTH 213 Development and Humanitarian Interventions in the Middle East, Africa, and Beyond
What actors are most pivotally shaping development in the Middle East, Africa, and beyond, and how have their missions evolved over time? In natural disasters and man-made crises, how are humanitarian aid interventions from multilateral institutions, like UN agencies, comparing with NGOs and other groups. Through readings highlighting development projects and humanitarian crises in different regions of the world, this course will take a look at three main models of development. Among the topics of discussion, we will consider health care, gender equity, economic empowerment, and refugee movements.
This course is taught in English only. It can count as an anthropology course (Anthro 213) or as Arab 213. It can also fulfill humanities credits and Islamic World Studies credits.
Cross Listed Courses
ANTH 213 & ARAB 213