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Transitional Settlement - Displaced Populations

Tom Corsellis and Antonella Vitale University of Cambridge shelterproject; Oxfam (2005)

For the estimated 20 million refugees and 25 million internally displaced people worldwide, well-planned settlements can help to maximise their protection and security, and support them to minimise the spread of disease, manage natural resources sustainably, and maintain good relations with their ho ... more

Shelter and Sustainability

UN High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR (2021) CC

A technical and environmental comparative overview of common shelter typologies found in settlements across UNHCR operations

Caring for Your Transitional Shelter

Catholic Relief Services Catholic Relief Services (2011) CC

Haiti: What did we learn? The Shelter Response and Housing Recovery in the First Two Years after the 2010 Haiti Earthquake

GFDRR Habitat for Humanity IFRC; et al. (2016) CC

This report is not a formal evaluation, but rather a synthesis of the experiences, observations, and recommendations of a large group of experienced post-disaster shelter and recovery experts gathered from interviews, surveys, and direct discussions ... more

Durable Peace Programme: Baseline Report (Myanmar)

Durable Peace Programme Consortium (2016) C1

This baseline survey and report examine the Durable Peace Programme (DPP) in Myanmar, which delivers a broad range of activities. The report provides an insight into the current situation facing both internally displaced persons (IDPs) and conflict- ... more

All under one roof. Disability-inclusive shelter and settlements in emergencies

International Federation of Red Cross And Red Crescent Societies; CBM: Handicap Internationl (2015)

Shelter And Emergency Settlements - Technical Aspects Part II

WHO (2002) C_WHO

Technical Aspects Part II

Haiti: Recovery Shelter Programme Review

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) (2012)

A Review of the IFRC (International Federation of Red Cross and Red Cresent Societies) Secretariat Recovery Shelter Programme in Haiti 2010-2011

The economic impact of shelter assistance in post-disaster settings

Stephen Sheppard, Richard Hill CHF International, USAID (2005)

This report addresses the impact of emergency shelter programs in the development of post-relief economies and in building incomes of affected populations. It provides a review and analysis of the available literature relevant to understanding the e ... more

Minimum Standards in Shelter, Settlement and Non-Food Items
recommended

The Sphere Project (2016) C1

Links to the Humanitarian Charter and international law

Transitional shelters – Eight designs

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) (2011) C1

This book contains the findings of technical reviews of eight transitional shelter designs. It is divided into sections:
- Section A discusses transitional shelter design briefs, includes a pro ... more

A Guide to Operating Public Shelters in a Radiation Emergency

Ansari, Armin; Caspary, Kevin Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (2015) C_CDC

This guide is intended for shelter operators, planners, and staff, as well as emergency managers, public health professionals, and radiation protection professionals who participate in shelter plann ... more

Technical Guidelines: Increased Awareness about Housing, Land & Property Rights - 2015

UN High Commissioner for Refugees (2015)

Introduction This document was prepared by a technical task force of the Shelter Working Group (SWG) in Jordan for the Syrian refugee response and is intended to guide HLP rights interventions in host communities. The objective of the document is ... more

Northeast Nigeria Health Sector - Humanitarian Response Strategy 2025 - 2027 (December 2024)

Government of Nigeria; Health Cluster; World Health Organization WHO (2024) CC

The protracted humanitarian situation in northeastern Nigeria, particularly in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY) States, remains a concern due to ongoing insecurity, displacement, food insecurity, disease outbreaks, and climate-related shocks. To address these complex challenges, the health sector has ... developed a comprehensive humanitarian response strategy aligned with the three States Development plans, Durable Solutions for the Population Displacement Plan, and the Humanitarian Need Response Plan for 2025. This strategy aims to reduce morbidity and mortality among crisisaffected populations by ensuring timely, equitable, and effective delivery of lifesaving health services, while strengthen the resilience of health system and enhancing local and national capacities for sustainable health response in protracted emergency. Supported by an in-depth analysis of the ongoing health humanitarian response using the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) methodology, the strategy is guided by three key objectives: 1. Provide access to lifesaving interventions and sustain an effective response to the prolonged health emergency. 2. Prevent, mitigate, and prepare for health risks from all hazards and respond to all health emergencies. 3. Advance the primary health care approach and essential health system capacities for universal health coverage. To achieve these objectives, the strategy employs the “Five C” framework which refers to: • Collaborative Surveillance: Enhancing collaborative efforts for effective monitoring. • Community Protection: Implementing community-based protection measures. • Safe and Scalable Care: Ensuring care that is both secure and scalable. • Access to Countermeasures: Facilitating access to necessary countermeasures. • Emergency Coordination: Coordinating emergency responses efficiently. These proactive approaches are designed to be more anticipatory and preemptive rather than reactive, aiming to meet the needs of the crisis-affected population by providing lifesaving interventions, enhancing preventive and anticipatory actions, and ensuring the resilience of the health system. All actions are guided by International Humanitarian Standards and the Humanitarian Principles. The implementation of the health humanitarian response strategy will involve collaboration with local authorities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and international organizations. The strategy emphasizes localization and resource mobilization, efficient logistics and supply chain management, mainstreaming protection, and the deployment and training of healthcare workers. Continuous monitoring and periodic evaluation will ensure the effectiveness of the response. Cross-sector collaboration with sectors such as WASH, Nutrition, Education, and Protection will be crucial to enhance the quality and reach of health interventions. Additionally, sustainability and transition approaches will ensure long-term health outcomes and benefits, bridging the gap from humanitarian to development efforts. By adopting this comprehensive approach, the humanitarian response in northeastern Nigeria, particularly in BAY States, can be effectively guided, ultimately reducing the suffering of affected populations. more

Operational Guidance Mental Health & Psychosocial Support Programming for Refugee Operations

UN High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR (2013) C1

This operational guidance on MHPSS provides a practical orientation and tools for UNHCR country operations. It covers specific points of good practice to consider when developing MHPSS programming and offers advice on priority issues and practical difficulties, while also providing some background i ... more

Earthquake Haiti: Guidelines and Resources
recommended

Mauder, S. MEDBOX (2021) CC

25 August 2021. The earthquake on August 14, 2021 was almost as strong as the severe quake in 2010, which killed about 300,000 people. The current number of victims is more than 2,200 people, and more than 12,000 people have been injured. More than 52,000 houses were destroyed and more than 77,000 ... more

Syrian Refugees in Lebanon eight years on: What works and why that matters for the future

CARE (2018) C1

This publication includes quotes from various respondents interviewed in Tripoli, Akkar and Beirut. We focused on three main questions: How are the relations between refugees and Lebanese? How are refugees faring in the job market? Which concrete initiatives have already demonstrated positive impact ... more

Protecting Persons with Diverse Sexual Orientations and Gender Identities

UNHCR (2015) CC

The document at hand presents key findings from a project undertaken globally between July 2014 and May 2015 to assess progress made by UNHCR country and regional operations to effectively protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender, and intersex (LGBTI) asylum-seekers and refugees. Globally, 10 ... more

How-To Guide: Managing Post-Disaster (Re)-Construction Projects

Emergency Operations and Emergency Response Team Catholic Relief Services (2011)

Cultures constructives locales pour la résilience et le développement

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies IFRC; CRA Terre; et al. (2017) CC

Partout dans le monde, les sociétés ont produit, adapté et fait évoluer leur habitat pour répondre au mieux à leurs besoins et aspirations, et ce en faisant le meilleur usage des ressources naturelles disponibles localement et en développant leurs propres capacités. Les stratégies qui e ... more