Evaluation of WASH, Shelter and Storage Structure

Objective:

Evaluation of WASH, Shelter and Storage Structure 

About Project
Secours Islamique France (SIF) is addressing the severe shelter needs in UC Sawro, Sindh, where communities face extreme vulnerability to frequent flash floods and harsh weather. Since 2011, SIF has been active in the region with various emergency response and development projects. The current project, based on lessons learned from previous interventions, aims to construct 300 bamboo shelters to provide a more durable and flood-resistant housing solution. The shelters will feature bamboo frames and elevated platforms to withstand flooding, complemented by straw, mud, and plastic sheeting for weatherproofing.
Local communities will play an active role in the construction process, contributing mud, plastering, and unskilled labor. They will also receive training on disaster risk reduction (DRR) to ensure the sustainability and maintenance of the shelters. The project aims to significantly improve living conditions for vulnerable families, enhancing their resilience against natural hazards and providing safer, more reliable housing.

Services Provided:

Momentum conducted a detailed evaluation of the WASH intervention by Secours Islamique France (SIF) in Dadu, Sindh, assessing WASH facilities, shelters, and storage structures through a structured process.

Key Steps:

  1. Inception Phase: Developed and approved a comprehensive Inception Report outlining project details, methodology, and scheduling.
  2. Preparation: Designed evaluation tools, refined methodology, and created a field activity schedule.
  3. Data Collection: Utilized participatory methods and collected primary and secondary data through interviews, focus groups, and document reviews.
  4. Data Analysis: Analyzed data using quantitative and qualitative methods to understand the intervention’s impact.
  5. Report Writing: Prepared and revised the Evaluation Report, including an executive summary, findings, and recommendations.
  6. Presentation: Presented findings and recommendations to SIF and stakeholders for informed decision-making.

Impact and Significance: The evaluation provided a comprehensive analysis of the WASH intervention’s effectiveness, offering insights into its impact on community resilience. The final report is crucial for understanding success, guiding future projects, and improving disaster risk preparedness in vulnerable communities.

Project Team:

Ghulam Shabbir
Zaheer Laghari
Rashid