A survey in Za’atari Refugee Camp

In December 2015, the annual pre and post Knowledge, Attitude and Practices (KAP) survey was conducted for 5 days.

In this survey, which concerns the entire Za’atari Refugee Camp, we asses refugees’ knowledge, attitude and practice regarding water and hygienic environment. As a result of the survey, there is a possibility that a new project will be established.

The survey was initiated 4 years ago by JEN in association with other institutions and has been improved every year since then.

The questions of the survey cover a broad range of topics such as drinking water, hygienic environment, food, health, and sewage system which is currently in the middle of preparation for the sewage system.

Upon selecting the survey team, sex, affiliation and work experience are considered trying to be indifferent; however, it made without distinction of any kind. Each team visits randomly selected houses from 9am to 3pm.

Athough the breakdown of call equipment became a serious issue last year, this year, we could finish the survey on time by preparing spare equipment in advance which enabled smooth communication between each team. 

It was a big hurdle whether or not experienced staff could conduct survey together with inexperienced staff, but by solving daily issues one by one, we were able to complete the survey without any trouble.

After collecting all data, a completion ceremony for all participants was held. The participants had lunch together and shared their experiences of working on the survey. At the ceremony, each participant received a certificate on completion, and JEN expressed its gratitude to them. Collected data is to be gathered and a report is to be published shortly. 

 
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