WASH Cluster – Emergency Training S WASH STRATEGY Session 1 Introduction S1 1

WASH Cluster – Emergency Training S S1 2 What do we mean by ‘strategy’? Response strategy Strategic response plan Strategic framework Inter- agency strategy Strategic operating framework Poverty reduction strategy

WASH Cluster – Emergency Training S Key considerations in developing a strategy S1 3 MANDATE What may/must be done CAPACITY What can be done NEEDS What is required IMPACT

WASH Cluster – Emergency Training S To reach common agreement on how the sector/cluster should deal with an emergency situation, and set the guiding framework (priorities, targets, standards) for the response. S1 4 Purpose of a WASH strategy

WASH Cluster – Emergency Training S Relief - Situation & needs assessment - Scenarios - Gap analysis, priorities Recovery - Detailed WASH response - Targets, standards, M&E - Cross cutting issues, partners Rehabilitation - Exit strategy - Early recovery - Capacty building Prevention & mitigation - lessons learned - Risk assessment Emergency preparedness - Capacity building - Scenarios - Contingency plans Early warning - Situation monitoring - Triggers S1 5 Use of a WASH strategy in the disaster cycle disaster

WASH Cluster – Emergency Training S Framework for dialogue and collaboration Achievement of sectoral goals Shared targets and standards Holistic approach to WASH Highlights gaps and priorities Allocating responsibilities and resources Provides a common voice Framework for accountability S1 6 Benefits of a WASH strategy