Full Description
New patterns in globalization, economic integration, migration, conflict, and human displacement have contributed to the rapid diversification of numerous communities throughout the world. Dramatic population shifts are occurring both in large urban areas and in rural communities. These changes presents unique challenges and opportunities for law enforcement, public safety, and homeland security organizations during emergencies, disasters, and humanitarian crises.Written by two nationally recognized subject matter experts in this field, Tactical Anthropology presents a step-by-step introduction to why populations around the world are changing so quickly and outlines the implications of these changes for first responders. Unlike most texts in this field, this book offers concise training on the main cross-cultural tactics, techniques, and procedures needed by emergency workers and public safety professionals to work with multicultural populations before, during, and after crises situations in a practical manner. Key features include:Overview of Tactical Anthropology and the role that culture plays in communities and the implications for first responders.The role of Tactical Anthropology "on the job" in a variety of first response professions allowing readers better understand how this important skill set is utilized in the field. Description of the skills needed to become competent in the Tactical Anthropology field, with an explanation of strategies and procedures to work more effectively in multicultural communities.Resources and referrals to agencies, organizations, websites, tools, and other sources of subject matter expertise for further exploration. Tactical Anthropology is the go-to training manual and field guide for first response professionals and students. It represents a valuable contribution on the use of social and cultural intelligence (SOCINT) and will undoubtedly stimulate dialogue in the fields of emergency management, law enforcement, public safety, homeland security, disaster response, firefighting, humanitarian aid, the military, public health, applied anthropology, emergency medicine, and related fields.
Contents
Part 11. Today's Rapidly Changing Communities2. The Implications of Cultural Change for First Responders3. Defining Tactical Anthropology4. Tactical Anthropology from a Historical Perspective Part 2: Tactical Anthropology on the Job5. Law Enforcement Agencies6. Emergency Management Organizations7. Public Safety and Homeland Security Operations8. Emergency Medical Services Part 3: Skills and Strategies9. Developing Tactical Cultural Asset Teams in Agencies10. Conducting Rapid Community Assessments11. Utilizing Socio-Cultural Intelligence to Understand Populations12. Understanding Different Cultural Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices in Emergencies13. Identifying and Planning for Needs within Communities 14. Engaging with Key Community Leaders15. Building Multicultural Coalitions16. Conducting Ethnographic Interviews17. Conducting Outreach and Education in Cultural Communities18. Cross-Cultural Crisis Communication Techniques19. Working with High Context and Low Context Cultures20. Working with Low-Income Families21. Working with Low-Literacy Families22. Understanding Cross-Cultural Gender Considerations in Response23. Understanding Cross-Cultural Religious Considerations 24. Understanding Legal Status Challenges 25. Working with Interpreters26. Budget and Funding Considerations for TAC-ANTH27. Incorporating Ethics and Human Rights Values into OperationsPart 4: Resources28. Cultural Information on Specific Immigrant and Refugee Populations29. Language and Interpretation Resources30. Low-Literacy Resources
