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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore the ethical dimensions of crisis translation through the lenses of Paul Ricoeur's philosophical scholarship. In particular, his work on both translation and ethics will be examined in order to draw practical applications for those involved in humanitarian action.Design/methodology/approachThe authors identified relevant themes in the work of renowned philosopher Paul Ricoeur and used philosophical analysis to apply them to ethical issues in crisis translation.FindingsPaul Ricoeur was one of the leading philosophers in the twentieth century, writing on a wide variety of topics. From these, his work on translation and on ethics provided suitable ways to examine ethical issues in crisis translation. In particular, his concept of "linguistic hospitality" provides an important lens through which translation ethics can be examined. In addition, Ricoeur's approach to ethics emphasised relational and justice dimensions which are crucial to examine in humanitarian settings.Practical implicationsWhile the findings are conceptual, they have many practical implications for how translation is approached in humanitarian crises. The focus on justice in Ricoeur's approach has implications for policy and practice and serves to ensure that translation is available for all affected communities and that all groups are included in discussions around humanitarian responses.Social implicationsRicoeur's work provides important insights into both translation and ethics that have significant social implications. His ideas highlight the personal and emotional aspects of translation and ethics, and point to their relational character. His openness to others provides an important basis for building trust and promoting dignity even in difficult humanitarian settings.Originality/valueRicoeur's ethics points to the importance of persons and their relationships, reminding responders that translation is not just a mechanical exercise. This approach fosters an interest in and openness to others and their languages, which can promote respect towards those being helped in humanitarian crises.

Part I: Introductory Materials -- Foreword (Carlos M Romeo Casabona) -- Chapter 1. Introduction (Dónal O'Mathúna, Iñigo de Miguel Beriain) -- Chapter 2. Facing a CBRNE crisis: the ethical and legal issues (Andrew Rebera) -- Chapter 3. Lessons learned from experiences with CBRNE situations (Nick Gent, Richard Amlot) -- Part II: Legal Issues -- Chapter 4. The EU as an actor in CBRNE crisis: a general picture (Roger Roffey) -- Chapter 5. Post-Lisbon developments in EU crisis management: the Integrated Political Crisis Response (IPCR) Arrangements (Agnieszka Nimark) -- Chapter 6. The solidarity clause: a review (Iñigo de Miguel Beriain) -- Chapter 7. The current legal framework on data protection in CBRNE crisis. A general exposition (Asier Urruela Mora) -- Chapter 8. The new EU legal framework on data protection. A special analysis of the issues related to major crisis situations (Anna Falcone) -- Chapter 9. Breaking the quarantine: Criminal Law and the breach of the enforced isolation order (Emilio Armaza) -- Chapter 10. On the limits of scientific responsibility in crisis prevention and response. The L'Aquila case (Andrea Perin) -- Chapter 11. Comparing mutuality and solidarity in its application to Disaster Ethics (Chamu Kuppuswamy) -- Part III – Ethical Issues. Chapter 12. Ethical issues for CBRNE responders: Ethics in the messy world of conflicting duties (Dónal O'Mathúna) -- Chapter 13. Ethical issues in preparedness planning and risk reduction for natural disasters and CBRNE events (Pretesh Kiran) -- Chapter 14. Ethical frameworks for CBRNE crises: toward shared concepts and their practical application (Irene Jillson) -- Chapter 15. Triage issues in a CBRNE crisis (Catherine Bertrand) -- Chapter 16. Health care workers obligations in CBRNE crisis situations (Dónal O'Mathúna) -- Chapter 17. Communication and social networks in a disaster. The ethical issues involved (Irina Stanciugelu) -- Chapter 18. Ethics in the context of research on CBRNE crises (Michael Barilan) -- Chapter 19. Clinical trials in crisis situations: ethical issues (Miguel Ángel Ramiro Avilés) -- Chapter 20. Addressing ethics in the CBRNE research project, PRACTICE (Dzenan Sahovic)

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