NRC PROGRAMMES - Norwegian Refugee Council

tittelCamp managementRationaleIt is estimated that around a quarter of all displaced communitieslive in camps or camp-like settings. With millions ofrefugees worldwide, and an escalating number of internallydisplaced people, there is a need for the effective managementof camps, as part of an effective humanitarian relief response.With a wide range of stakeholders and service providersinvolved in the life of a camp, camp management focuses ondeveloping effective coordination mechanisms that supportthe provision of assistance and protection. Camp managementaims to ensure that gaps in services are identified, duplicationsare avoided, and the fundamental human right to life withdignity, is upheld for the camp community.ObjectiveThe overall objective of NRC camp management is to secureand to uphold the rights of refugees and internally displacedpersons (IDPs) under international law, who are living incamps or camp-like situations. This includes working toprovide an adequate standard of living in accordance withinternational minimum standards, at all levels of planning,practice and participation.CAMP MANAGEMENTWhilst camps do not provide durable solutions to situations of displacement, causedby conflict or natural disaster, they are often the only refuge for communities whohave been forced to flee their homes and are seeking safety, shelter and materialassistance.4 NRC CORE ACTIVITIESNRC CORE ACTIVITIES 5