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This document offers a tool kit regarding education
in emergencies. The first section attempts to clarify what is meant
by education in emergencies. It goes on to explore which children
are typically affected by an emergency and how their education opportunities
may have changed.
The second section outlines a process, in
the form of key questions, that can be used for putting together
an education initiative. Next comes a discussion on how education
principles are still valid in times of emergencies, but will need
to be applied differently. Possible approaches are then shared in
the form of short case studies. Finally, strategies are suggested
to address common challenges.
The third section provides ten sets of tools.
Topics covered are: emergency preparedness; assessment; staffing;
supplies; safe spaces; teacher training; learning content; psychosocial
support; school committees; monitoring and evaluation.
This toolkit is primarily aimed at field
staff responsible for setting up and managing education projects
during a crisis. It may also be useful for those leading the overall
emergency response, or those writing proposals, planning training
or conducting evaluations.