Why a framework?

In general, a framework is a real or conceptual structure intended to serve as a support or guide for the building of something that expands the structure into something useful. A framework is often a layered structure indicating what kind of programs can or should be built and how they would interrelate

Common definition

Managing a camp is a complex mission as it implies to overview different elements that are all connected. A certain type of population is offered asylum on a piece of land. When they arrive, a shelter is allocated to them. Infrastructure are also established and services are delivered from those infrastructure. Refugees have needs that are either covered or that may be gaps in the response. Refugees are also constantly looking for information in order to know about their environement and what they can expect.

In this context, a range of camp management strategies can be established depending on:

• the phase of the operation (emergency, care & Maintenance, integration or closure),
• the population profile (generation, ethnic diversity, social tension, morbidity, etc.),
• the funding level available to operate the camp,
• the governement capacity or willingness to take over the management.

How is the framework organised?

For each element presented, the framework is organised around the following elements:

What are the elements & layers of the framework?

Strong information management carried out in support of coordination processes will ensure that relevant actors are working with the same or complementary relevant, accurate and timely information and baseline data. Properly collected and managed data during emergencies can benefit early recovery, recovery and subsequent development and disaster preparedness activities. This framework complements the Information Management chapter of the already existing Camp Management Tool kit. It provides practical examples of systems and products to set up.