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Tajikistan - Results Monitoring Survey 2023

The UNHCR Results Monitoring Survey (RMS) is a household-level survey covering people who are directly or indirectly assisted by UNHCR. In the Tajikistan the survey covered rejected Asylum-Seekers and refugees. The objective of the survey is to monitor impact and outcome level indicators on education, healthcare, livelihoods, protection concerns, shelter, and water and sanitation. The results contribute to an evidence base for reporting against UNHCR’s multi-year strategies to key stakeholders.

The RMS can be implemented in any operational context. A standard structured questionnaire has been developed for the RMS, which can be conducted as a stand-alone survey or flexibly integrated with other data collection exercises. The questionnaire was adapted to the Tajik context and programme objectives by removing, e.g. questions related to camp settings. The data includes indicators collected at both the household and individual (household-member) level. The survey covered 340 household amounting to 1790 individuals.

Tags: education, gender-based violence-gbv, health, livelihoods
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Myanmar - Results Monitoring Survey 2023

The UNHCR Results Monitoring Survey (RMS) is a household-level survey covering people who are directly or indirectly assisted by UNHCR. In Myanmar, respondents included internally displaced persons, returnees, stateless and host community. The objective of the survey is to monitor impact and outcome level indicators on education, healthcare, livelihoods, protection concerns, shelter, and water and sanitation. The results contribute to an evidence base for reporting against UNHCR’s multi-year strategies to key stakeholders.

The RMS can be implemented in any operational context. A standard structured questionnaire has been developed for the RMS, which can be conducted as a stand-alone survey or flexibly integrated with other data collection exercises. The questionnaire was adapted to the Myanmar context and programme objectives by including, e.g. the IDP module. Questions related to Accoutability to Affected Populations (AAP) and service provision were added. A mixed methodology of remote and in-person interview was applied to allow for inclusion of respondents in areas not accessible to data collectors, e.g. rakhine state. The data includes indicators collected at both the household and individual (household-member) level. The survey covered 4444 household amounting to 19009 individuals.

Tags: disability, education, elderly, health, livelihoods
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Lebanon - Protection Monitoring - Q3 2022

UNHCR conducts protection monitoring on an ongoing basis to analyze protection trends and the risks that forcibly displaced and stateless persons are facing. Protection monitoring has also the purpose of identifying people who are in need for specific services, support, or information and refer them so that they can receive assistance accordingly to their needs.
In the third quarter of 2022, UNHCR conducted at national level interviews with refugee households to elicit their feedback on the overall protection environment in Lebanon. The purpose of the collection was to use the feedback from refugees to inform UNHCR's advocacy and programmatic interventions with the aim of improving refugees' access to protection and essential services, assistance and information. 


Tags: food security, needs assessment, protection
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Nepal - Results Monitoring Survey and Socio-Economic Assessment - 2024

The UNHCR Results Monitoring Survey (RMS) is a household-level survey covering people who are directly or indirectly assisted by UNHCR. In Nepal the survey covered refugees and Asylum Seekers. The objective of the survey is to monitor impact and outcome level indicators on education, healthcare, livelihoods, protection concerns, shelter and social protection. The results contribute to an evidence base for reporting against UNHCR’s multi-year strategies to key stakeholders.

The RMS can be implemented in any operational context. A standard structured questionnaire has been developed for the RMS, which can be conducted as a stand-alone survey or flexibly integrated with other data collection exercises. The questionnaire was adapted to the Nepali context and programme objectives by removing, e.g. questions related to camp settings. Additionally, an extended module socio-economic markers was included. The data includes indicators collected at both the household and individual (household-member) level. The survey covered 361 household amounting to 1292 individuals.

Tags: education, health, livelihoods, needs assessment, protection, survey
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Afghanistan - Border Monitoring, inflow - 2023

The situation inside Afghanistan deteriorated in 2021 and had significant consequences for the most vulnerable among the population. 1.6 million new arrivals have been witnessed in neighboring countries. While 5.3 million refugees returned to Afghanistan in phases since 2002, this trend has been declining in recent times. Since August 2021, UNHCR has maintained a non-return advisory for Afghanistan (reaffirmed February 2022), calling for a halt on forced returns of Afghan nationals.
  
To assess people’s ability to access the right to return and map potential protection risks and human rights violations faced by people, over 80,000 interviews were conducted with people across six crossing points from Pakistan, Iran and Central Asia into Afghanistan. Interviews were conducted through out 2023. Interviewees were selected to gain an understanding of triggers, intentions and reasons for Afghan cross-border movements and assess access to territory.

This dataset is the anonymized version of the original data.

Tags: education, facilities-infrastructure, livelihoods, needs assessment, protection, shelter
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Afghanistan - Border Monitoring, outflow - 2023

The situation inside Afghanistan deteriorated in 2021 and had significant consequences for the most vulnerable among the population. Iran and Pakistan, which are neighbours of Afghanistan, also host some 8 million registered Afghan refugees and other Afghans with different statuses. The majority of registered refugees fled Afghanistan over the years, including from as early as 1979.
  
  UNHCR border monitoring seeks to understand the triggers, intentions and reasons for Afghan cross-border movements, assess access to territory and “the right to seek asylum” as well as the barriers which hinder the movement of people who may need international protection. In 2023, more than 78,000 interviews were conducted with people across six crossing points into Pakistan, Iran and Central Asia from Afghanistan.

  This dataset is the anonymized version of the original data.

Tags: education, facilities-infrastructure, livelihoods, needs assessment, protection, shelter
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Afghanistan - Border Monitoring, Unofficial Crossing Points - 2023

The situation inside Afghanistan deteriorated in 2021 and had significant consequences for the most vulnerable among the population. Iran and Pakistan, which are neighbours of Afghanistan, also host some 8.2 million registered Afghan refugees and other Afghans with different statuses. The majority of registered refugees fled Afghanistan over the years, including from as early as 1979.

UNHCR has expanded its border monitoring in Afghanistan to include unofficial crossing points to understand flows and frequency on Afghans departing via these points, assess to territory and “the right to seek asylum” as well as the barriers which hinder the movement of people who may need international protection. Interviews at unofficial crossing points were held with key informants such as local residents in border areas, drivers, hotel and restaurant owners or border officials in over 50 locations, through Kunduz, Jalalabad, Herat, Gardez, Mazar and Kandahar field locations. Key informants gave estimates of weekly flows and their composition. This monitoring activity found that the majority of movements to Iran (81%) happen via unofficial border crossings, while less than 18% of movements to Pakistan happen via unofficial border crossings.

This dataset is the anonymized version of the original data.

Tags: education, facilities-infrastructure, livelihoods, needs assessment, protection, shelter
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Afghanistan - Rapid Household Assessments 2023

Following the change in authority in Afghanistan on 15 August 2021 and the resulting declaration of a Level 3 emergency, UNHCR introduced a rapid assessment methodology to quickly assess humanitarian and protection needs throughout the country as part of scale-up by UNHCR to respond to the unfolding crisis - an effort that continued throughout 2023. The primary focus of the assessments were IDPs and IDP returnees who account for the majority of the households interviewed in these assessments. Nonetheless, as UNHCR takes a whole-of-community approach in its assistance programme, vulnerable host community members were also assessed, alongside a small number of refugee returnees, asylum seekers and refugees, as well as deported and spontaneous returnees under an area-based approach. The Rapid Household Assessments (RHAF) covers all 34 provinces.

Tags: facilities-infrastructure, mental health, needs assessment, protection, shelter
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Bangladesh - WASH Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices survey - 2023

Routine monitoring of the WASH services provided is paramount for quality assurance, ensuring the set standards are met within stipulated timelines, challenges are identified in time and solutions are sought. UNHCR (Cox’s Bazar Field Office) conducted the third round of its WASH Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) survey from 15th  to 23rd November 2023 in UNHCR’s area of operation in Kutupalong and Teknaf. Five WASH partners implemented the survey.
  The objectives of the study were:
  1. To monitor and evaluate impacts of UNHCR WASH interventions in camps;
  2. To identify and measure weaknesses and gaps in UNHCR WASH interventions in 2023;
  3. To provide guidance for UNHCR WASH future interventions and future sustainable WASH programming for Rohingya refugees;
  4. Be able to compare UNHCR Bangladesh WASH interventions to UNHCR Global KAP standards.

Tags: facilities-infrastructure, health, needs assessment, shelter, water sanitation and hygiene-wash
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Bangladesh - Results Monitoring Survey (Bhasan Char Needs Assessment) 2023

Since December 2020, the Government of Bangladesh has led the establishment of refugee facilities on the island of Bhasan Char in the Bay of Bengal and the delivery of relief services in partnership with civil society organizations. Currently nearly 31,000 Rohingya refugees live on Bhasan Char. With the continuous increase of the population on the island through relocations of Rohingya refugees from Cox’s Bazar, it has become imperative to have a more comprehensive view of the needs and capacities of the population on the island. Against this background, a joint multi-sector assessment was implemented by REACH under UNHCR leadership with the following objectives: 
(1) to inform an evidence-based prioritisation and resource allocation to effectively plan and design programming activities around;
(2) to harmonise data collection efforts to avoid duplication of efforts and resources, minimise intrusion into the lives of beneficiaries, and maintain compatibility, quality, and comparability; 
(3) to provide the basis for a joint multi-stakeholder needs analysis and interpretation process.
  The surevey found that almost that two thirds of households (67%) reportedly faced challenges in making ends meet financially. A further 88% faced some challenge in accessing health cares. About half of the respondents (46%) information needs were not met, which included information on how to find work (as reported by 17% of households as an information need) or how to get food assisstance(24%). Only 2 % said they struggled with information about access to protection services. 41% reported the WASH facilities were considered unsafe by women and girls in their household. A decrease from 75% in 2022.

Tags: education, facilities-infrastructure, health, livelihoods, protection, shelter, water sanitation and hygiene-wash
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Malaysia - Post-Distribution Monitoring of Cash-Based Intervention - 2023

UNHCR uses Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) as a mechanism to collect refugees’ feedback on the quality, sufficiency, utilization and effectiveness of the assistance items they receive. The underlying principle behind the process is linked to accountability, as well as a commitment to improve the quality and relevance of support provided, and related services. UNHCR increasingly uses cash based interventions (CBIs) as a preferred modality for delivering assistance, offering greater dignity and choice to Persons of Concern (PoCs) in line with UNHCR’s core protection mandate. In order to ensure that the cash assistance provided meets the intended objectives and that desired outcomes are achieved, UNHCR conducts regular post-distribution and outcome monitoring with a sample of refugee recipients residing across the country.

Tags: cash voucher assistance-cva, needs assessment
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Niger - Targeting Food and Livelihoods Assistance - 2016

In response to ongoing conflict in Mali, a significant number of refugees have sought asylum in neighboring Niger, settling primarily in the refugee camps of Tabareybarey and the hosting zones of Intikane. To better understand and meet the food security and livelihood needs of these communities, a comprehensive household survey was conducted between January and June 2016. This survey, jointly overseen by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the World Food Programme, aimed to cover all households within these sites. However, the nomadic tendencies of the Malian refugee population posed challenges to achieving complete census. Despite these difficulties, the data collected is pivotal for informing targeted food distribution, cash assistance, and livelihood programs aimed at fostering self-reliance and economic inclusion. The survey's findings are crucial for refining the aid strategies of both UNHCR and WFP and serve as a baseline for future interventions in the region.

Tags: agriculture-livestock, cash voucher assistance-cva, food security, livelihoods
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
South Sudan - Joint Post Distribution Monitoring - 2023

The 2023 Joint Post Distribution Monitoring dataset documents a collaborative effort between UNHCR and WFP in South Sudan. Conducted from January 13 to January 17, 2024, the JPDM exercise assessed the needs of refugees across eight settlements to improve the targeting and prioritization of both food and non-food assistance. Data was collected through face-to-face interviews from 1,295 refugee households, utilizing a stratified random sampling method. The dataset includes various data files such as anonymized household survey results and terms of reference, ensuring the data is cleaned and anonymized to protect privacy. Geographically, the data covers multiple locations, including Gorom, Jam Jang, Maban, and Yambio, encompassing both refugee and internally displaced person populations. This dataset is crucial for developing a needs-based approach to humanitarian aid in the region and is publicly accessible for further analysis and research.

Tags: cash voucher assistance-cva, education, food security, gender-based violence-gbv, health, livelihoods, mental health, population, protection
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Zambia - One Meheba Local Area Plan - 2024

The Meheba Local Area Plan (LAP) for 2024-2028, initiated by Kalumbila Town Council, Department of Resettlement (DoR) and Office of the Commissioner for Refugees (CoR) in Zambia, encompasses a comprehensive strategy to integrate and develop the Meheba region, which hosts refugees and local populations. This plan focuses on modernizing infrastructure, boosting agricultural productivity, and ensuring inclusive community development. Utilizing surveys and extensive stakeholder engagement, the LAP aims to capture data on demographic changes, economic conditions, and social services within Meheba. A total of 1,700 detailed surveys across key populations will assess the impact of interventions and guide future development strategies. By aligning with national policies and focusing on sustainable development, the LAP seeks to transform Meheba into a productive, self-reliant community, enhancing the quality of life for all residents. This dataset will be pivotal in monitoring progress and adjusting policies to better serve the diverse needs of the Meheba population.

Tags: agriculture-livestock, education, facilities-infrastructure, governance and civil society, health, livelihoods, populated places-settlements, shelter, transportation
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Malawi - Results Monitoring Survey (RMS) - 2023

The 2023 Results Monitoring Survey (RMS) in Malawi targets refugees, asylum-seekers, and others of concern in Dzaleka Refugee Camp, Dowa, Central Region, Malawi. The objective of the survey was to assess key outcome indicators across various sectors, including education, healthcare, livelihoods, protection, shelter, and water and sanitation. The survey used a combination of in-person interviews conducted during the proGres verification exercise and phone-based interviews, utilizing a standardized questionnaire translated into English and Chichewa. Data collection methods included Computer-Assisted Personal Interviews (CAPI) and Computer-Assisted Telephone Interviews (CATI), ensuring the survey was statistically representative. The results contribute to an evidence base supporting UNHCR’s multi-year strategic reporting.



Tags: cash voucher assistance-cva, education, food security, gender-based violence-gbv, health, livelihoods, mental health, protection
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Nigeria - Cash-Based Interventions Post-Distribution Monitoring - March 2022

In late December 2021, the UNHCR provided cash assistance for food to 20,000 Cameroonian refugees in Ogoja and Ikyogen (Cross River and Benue States), followed by bank transfers to another 4,000 refugee families in early January 2022. This Cash-Based Intervention (CBI) aimed to mitigate the social and economic impacts of COVID-19. A Post-Distribution Monitoring survey was conducted from March 1 to 12, 2022, interviewing over 800 heads of beneficiary households to assess the intervention's effectiveness and efficiency. Data was collected using stratified random sampling and face-to-face interviews, ensuring comprehensive feedback for program monitoring and improvement.

Tags: cash based interventions-cbi, cash voucher assistance-cva, non-food items-nfi, populated places-settlements
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Ghana - Cash-Based Interventions Post-Distribution Monitoring - Jan 2022

The Ghana Cash-Based Intervention (CBI) Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) survey, conducted by UNHCR between January 24th and February 9th, 2022, evaluates the impact of cash-based assistance provided to forcibly displaced and stateless individuals in various locations across Ghana, including Aflao, Ho, Hohoe, Kadjebi, Krisan, and households living outside of camps. The survey covers 634 individuals from 133 households. Households received cash assistance based on their size, with smaller households (1-3 members) receiving an average of GH₵ 158 and larger households (8+ members) receiving GH₵ 250.5. The data informs the effectiveness of cash-based interventions and guides future support for forcibly displaced and stateless individuals.

Tags: cash based interventions-cbi, cash voucher assistance-cva, non-food items-nfi, populated places-settlements
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
Bangladesh - Joint Multi Sector Needs Assessment: Cox’s Bazar, Rohingya Refugee Response – 2023, Refugees

Following the events of August 2017, the Rohingya community were affected by displaced. As of December 2023, more than 900,000 refugees were residing in 34 camps in Ukhiya and Teknaf. With the crisis moving into its seventh year, prospects remain uncertain. Comprehensive information on the needs and vulnerabilities of affected host communities is needed in order to inform the design and implementation of effective inter-sectoral programming.
  Against this background, a Joint Multi-Sector Needs Assessment (J-MSNA) was conducted to support detailed humanitarian planning, meeting the multi-sectoral needs of affected populations, and to enhance the ability of operational partners to meet the strategic aims of donors and coordinating bodies.
  Building on past J-MSNAs and other assessments, the 2023 J-MSNA aimed to provide an accurate snapshot of the situation with the specific objectives of (1) providing a comprehensive evidence base of the diverse multi-sectoral needs among refugee populations and the host community to inform the 2024 Joint Response Plan; (2) providing an analysis of how refugee population and host community needs have changed in 2023; and (3) providing the basis for a joint multi-stakeholder analysis process.
  A total of 3,400 households were surveyed across the 34 refugee camps in Ukhiya and Teknaf Upazilas. Households were sampled from the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees' (UNHCR) refugee registration database using a stratified random sampling approach, with camps as the strata. Household survey data collection took place between 27 August and 17 September 2023. Each interview was conducted with an adult household representative responding on behalf of the household and its members.

Tags: education, food security, health, livelihoods, needs assessment, non-food items-nfi, nutrition, populated places-settlements, protection, water sanitation and hygiene-wash
Organization: UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency