The Center for Refugee and Disaster Response builds capacity to meet the needs of refugees, displaced persons, and persons affected by natural and manmade disasters. We train the leaders of tomorrow, conduct research that improves disaster preparedness and response, and provide technical assistance to governments and relief organizations globally.
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 “The Jordanians are an amazingly hospitable people – who are coping with a significant refugee population.”
Dr. Gilbert Burnham, co-director, Center for Refugee and Disaster Response
Estimates are that approximately 500,000 Iraqis have fled into Jordan since 2003. While some Iraqis in Jordan are relatively self-sufficient, others fled with few resources or find their resources depleted after years away from home. How does The Center for Refugee and Disaster Response (CRDR) help this population meet its health needs? See the entire story in the Responses/Services section.
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The H.E.L.P. 2008 Summer Institute is now accepting applications!
The Johns Hopkins and Red Cross Red Crescent Public Health Guide in Emergencies, 2008, 2nd Edition