5.2. Needs Assessment for Reconstruction

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does the acronym NGO stand for?

   Hint

   Think about organizations that operate independently from the government.

2. 2.

   Name one benefit of having a decentralized approach in reconstruction.

   Hint

   Consider the knowledge that local groups might have.

3. 3.

   What is the primary goal of the FOREC council?

   • To promote corruption
   • To coordinate reconstruction
   • To ignore local needs

   Hint

   Think about what the council focuses on.

4. 4.

   True or False: NGOs only operate in urban areas.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on where NGOs can make an impact.

5. 5.

   Design a reconstruction plan for a hypothetical small community using the principles of decentralization. Outline the roles of various stakeholders.

   Hint

   Consider who would be involved in each step.

6. 6.

   Critically assess the potential risks involved in not addressing both hard and soft needs during reconstruction efforts.

   Hint

   Think about the immediate versus long-term consequences.