Humanitarian missions are little different from any other public enterprise, diplomacy included, which is susceptible of misinterpretation by the public, hence ultimately of failure. Alvin Adams
I am convinced that dealing intelligently with the press is of the greatest importance to the success and effectiveness of a humanitarian mission. Alvin Adams
In my experience, problems most frequently arise from those who report for television, with little field experience in your area but an insatiable appetite for a sound bite. Alvin Adams
My view is different. Public relations are a key component of any operation in this day of instant communications and rightly inquisitive citizens. Alvin Adams
Unfortunately, the attitude of many towards the press, humanitarians included and especially government workers, is often one of suspicion, if not outright fear. Alvin Adams
