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Situation and Response Analysis Framework – website launch
Tuesday, 10 March 2015
by Oxfam GB, Save the Children UK, Concern Worldwide

Oxfam GB, Save the Children UK and Concern Worldwide would like to share the newly-launched http://www.sraf-guidelines.org, housing the Situation and Response Analysis Framework (SRAF) and its component tools.
The SRAF was developed as part of the ECHO-ERC project ‘Reinforcing Institutional Capacity For Timely Food Security Emergency Response To Slow Onset Crises At Scale,’ the aim of which is to improve timely, relevant response to slow-onset or predictable crises at scale. The SRAF framework uses livelihood and market analysis and relevant forecast information to predict the impact of a crisis on affected populations – before a crisis happens. The SRAF uses contingency planning as a vehicle for improved response analysis, using scenarios and modelling to develop a needs-based rationale for early preparation and response.
This can help communities, governments, NGOs and donors ensure that both funding and programmes are in place when they are needed. Using the SRAF approach can not only allow for the design and implementation of more timely and appropriate responses in slow-onset food security crises, but can also broaden response options and support the design of programmes that protect livelihoods and build food security and resilience in vulnerable populations.
The website provides guidance and tools for the SRAF and walks through the response analysis process. The website also houses resources on the tools used for conducting baseline analysis- the Household Economy Approach (HEA) and Pre-Crisis Market Mapping and Analysis (PCMMA)- as well as case studies, news and events relevant to the project.