Participatory Assessment - Refworld

in Operationssettlement. 9 It begins in the country of asylum before refugeesreturn home. At this point, it is essential to discuss with themissues of protection, rights, and duties, including access toland, infrastructure, and services available upon return, and toorganize “go and see” visits for women, men, and youngpeople. Teams in the country of origin can obtain advanceinformation on the returnee population from the proGresdatabase (such as on unaccompanied and separated children orgrandmother-headed households) and meet groups with specificneeds to discuss their concerns and priorities before their return.Conducting participatory assessment with the returningpopulation is a crucial component of returnee monitoring andpaves the way for a community-based approach to reintegration.Early participatory assessment will also support women’s rolein decision-making in peace negotiations and reconstructionefforts and provide ways for adolescent girls and boys toparticipate in building their future.