The Role of Nongovernmental Organizations in Long-Term Human Recovery After Disaster Reflections From Louisiana Four Years After Hurricane Katrina

• Main Author: Chandra, Anita (auth)
• Other Authors: Acosta, Joie D. (auth)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: RAND Corporation 2009
• Subjects: Medicolegal issues; Comparative politics; Terrorism, armed struggle; Political Science; Health Sciences
• Online Access: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

Human recovery is the process of rebuilding social and daily routines and support networks that foster physical and mental health and well-being. RAND researchers conducted a facilitated discussion with Louisiana NGO leaders to capture lessons learned and challenges faced by these organizations in t...