Sean M Lowrie
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Re:Is it better to not continue to implement provision of drinking water projects just because Sphere Standards are not met? - 2006/04/13 21:27
The classic question. Does one do nothing, if one cannot meet the standards? I think:
a) Do you mean standards or indicators?
b) Yes I would deliver 'services' that are 'below' the indicator, every time. Something is better than nothing. Short term saving of lives and alleviation of suffering comes first. That's how I understand the humanitarian imperative.
c) I would explain the size of the gap between the level of services provided and the level identifed by the indicator. I would also explain the reason why the gap exists, and advocate for closing the gap with those duty holders responsible.
d) But before it all I would sit down with the affected population, explain who I am, discuss what they want, and negotiate an appropriate and feasible indicator
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