Crisis Management Centre – Animal Health
Activity Report

October 2008 – September 2010

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Rome, 2010

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Table of Contents

Part I   [618kb]

INTRODUCTION

RESPONDING TO NEEDS

Broadening assistance
Filling the gap

BUILDING PARTNERSHIPS

The animal-human interface
Drawing expertise from additional sources

SERVICES AND TOOLS

External services
Internal tools




Part II   [280kb]

A SOLID BASE

A dedicated emergency service
Long-term commitment

CLEAR RESULTS

Supporting the most vulnerable
Focus on communication




Part III   [821kb]

RAPID RESPONSE

Tracking critical events
Map of missions

THE BOARD AHEAD

Dedicated response capacity
Maintaining momentum
Planning for the next challenge