Mortality and nutrition surveys by non-governmental organisations. Perspectives from the CE-DAT database
Olivier Degomme1, Debarati Guha-Sapir
1WHO Collaborating Centre for Research on the Epidemiology of Disasters (CRED), Université catholique de Louvain, Belgium. olivier.degomme@esp.ucl.ac.be
Emerging Themes in Epidemiology
|June 5, 2007
Summary
This study analyzes NGO survey data from the CE-DAT database to identify strengths and weaknesses. Recommendations focus on enhancing NGO survey capacity and improving overall data quality for better humanitarian response.
Area of Science:
- Disaster Management
- Humanitarian Aid
- Data Science
Background:
- Analysis of non-governmental organization (NGO) surveys using data from the Centre for Research on the Epidemiology of Disasters (CRED) - Emergency Events Database (CE-DAT).
- Identification of existing strengths and critical gaps in NGO survey methodologies and data collection practices.
Discussion:
- Evaluation of the current state of NGO survey data within the CE-DAT repository.
- Assessment of the impact of data quality on humanitarian aid effectiveness and disaster response.
Key Insights:
- NGO surveys exhibit variable strengths and significant gaps, impacting data reliability.
- The CE-DAT database provides a valuable resource for understanding these survey dynamics.
- Specific areas for capacity building in NGO data collection have been identified.
Outlook:
- Prioritizing capacity development in key areas to enhance NGO survey capabilities.
- Implementing strategies for improving data quality across humanitarian information management systems.
- Strengthening the evidence base for disaster risk reduction and response through better data.
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