Preparing for Interaction - A comparative study on the different ways Dutch actors prepare themselves to work in the Comprehensive Approach

Most crisis situations have a complexity that is beyond the ability of one specialism or agency to address. The most effective and efficient crisis management response is to combine the strengths of a wide range of partners allowing for important synergies to emerge.

This study provides an overview on how Dutch military and civilian professionals prepare themselves for a comprehensive approach in conflict-affected areas. What works for the different actors and what can be improved? The study addresses these and other questions.

It ends with the conclusion that the current set-up of joint exercises needs a drastic change. In the current exercises, the civilian storylines are too thin and the military emphasis is (still) too much on training kinetic effects.