Implementation of the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) and emergency information management in Sudan The Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) is IOM’s global suite of tools used for humanitarian information management designed and developed to track and monitor human mobility and displacement during crises and in the early recovery stages. The DTM provides humanitarian and development partners with essential, accurate and up to date information on affected populations, providing a better understanding of beneficiaries’ crucial needs and enabling all actors to deliver vital, timely assistance to the most vulnerable, as well as informing the strategic allocation of limited resources.

DTM data collection and verification comprises of several components and utilizes different tools to enhance data availability and accuracy. By systematically conducting baseline assessments, tracking population mobility, monitoring migration flows at key points of origin, transit and destination, registering individuals and households upon request, and carrying out needs assessments, the DTM is able to identify both new and protracted caseloads of IDPs, returnees and other affected population, including those displaced in the host community. 

The collection, analysis, mapping and dissemination of this vital data enables timely identification of vulnerable populations such as female-headed households, physically and mentally disabled persons, unaccompanied children and elders, providing critical information about their needs, thus strengthening the coordinated efforts of all humanitarian actors. 

A number of humanitarian stakeholders, including the protection sector and sectors providing emergency responses such as Shelter and Non-Food Items (ES/NFI) and food distributions, consistently rely on DTM information. 

IOM’s proposed intervention under the 2018 3rd SHF allocation aims to implement three of the DTM components: 1) registration and verification of IDPs (newly displaced and old caseloads), returnees and other vulnerable and affected population upon request of humanitarian partners as  OCHA, A/HCT, and  HAC, where access is granted. 2)  mobility tracking to regularly update numbers and locations of affected population groups, 3) Emergency tracking hubs / flow monitoring to assess ongoing movements at known locations of high mobility, including transit and arrival points. Sites assessments will be conducted at the sites of displacement or return to identify urgent needs and gaps in the availability of basic services. Population data will be disaggregated by age, gender, disability, vulnerability, place of origin and place of displacement.

The data collected though the DTM will be analyzed and verified for quality and accuracy by a trained and experienced team. In addition, IOM coordinates with OCHA and other agencies to ensure accuracy and triangulation of data. 

DTM statistical reports will be timely shared with the GoS, humanitarian partners and relevant sectors on a regular basis through DTM Sudan mailing list, the displacement.iom website (monthly) in the form of reports, updates, and info graphs. Sharing of DTM datasets will adhere to IOM’s data protection principles.

Information sharing will occur via multiple forums, including the Khartoum and field Inter-Sector Coordination Group (ISCG), the Population Forum Working Groups where applicable, as well through the monthly briefing at the DTM Working Group embedded / IMWG Working Group. This information will continue to form the basis of intervention for a range of humanitarian actors throughout Sudan.