MONTHLY UPDATE MARCH 2017 PROTECTION

MARCH 2017 HIGHLIGHTS: NEEDS ANALYSIS: General : UNHCR registered 1,779 new Syrian refugees in Iraq. Out of these 64% are There are a huge gap in terms of child protection services and follow up cases of refugees in from Al Hassakeh and 15% from Aleppo and the rest from Raqqa, Damascus and , in particular in non-camp areas such as Bahrka, Qushtapa, Kasnazan and Pirzen and in others. Darashakran refugee camp. Due to lack of resources, some activities were implemented by NGO staff on voluntary basis. 1,427 household assessments for 5,831 Syrian refugees were conducted by UNHCR *Planned response based on full funding of 3RP for an expected direct beneficiary population of and partners in KR-I. As a result of the assessment, 735 cases were referred for multi- 235,000 Syrian refugees and 1 million members of impacted local communities by end-2017. purpose cash assistance and 186 cases for legal assistance. By 31 March 2017, 236,772 Syrian refugees (77,485 households) live in Iraq: A roundtable meeting to discuss a draft Iraqi Refugee Law took place in Erbil from 10- 97% = 228,567 live in Region-Iraq (KR-I): Erbil and . 12 April. It was attended by members of the Ministry of Interior (MoI) from Baghdad and KR-I. A final draft was approved and it is expected that the refugee law bill will be 3% = 8,205 Live in other locations in Iraq. present to Iraqi Parliament in May 2017. UNHCR is providing support to the 62% = 146,825 live in non-camp/urban areas. authorities to ensure alignment with international protection standards and principles. 38% = 89,947 live in 9 camps (Basirma, Darashakran, Kawergosk, Qushtapa camps in Erbil, Domiz I and II, , Gawilan camps in Duhok, Arbat Camp in Sulaymaniyah). Gawilan camp,Duhok, UNHCR, R_Rasheed The number of refugees requesting shelter in refugee camps is increasing due to the End-Year economic crisis. In order to better respond and manage these requests, UNHCR IRAQ RESPONSE INDICATORS: MARCH 2017* Total Assisted Planned Response, by end-2017 updated the SOP for reception and accommodation in refugee camps in Erbil. The Targets draft has been discussed with camp managers and Erbil Joint Coordination Center # of individuals reached through awareness or information (EJCC) to incorporate final inputs. Standered Operational Procedures (SOPs) include 28,219 248,652 procedures to manage shelter allocation and registration of refugees included in the campaigns/sessions external waiting list, internal relocation and visitors. # of individuals engaged in or benefited from the response through 2,331 7,184 During a mission of the Permanent Committee of the Ministry of Interior (PCMoI) to involvement, participation, or community-led initiatives Erbil, 111 Palestinian refugees were registered and were issued PCMOI cards. # of individuals trained on protection including child protection and 589 23,140 Resettlement: UNHCR 20 cases /72 individuals to resettlement. The Resettlement SGBV Unit of UNHCR underwent a training on child-friendly interview techniques and best # of WGBM who have knowledge of, access to, and benefit from interest determination (BID) to be added to resettlement submissions. 1,604 empowerment opportunities 5,000 Child Protection: DoLSA Erbil in Basirma camp conducted capacity building sessions # of girls and boys participating in structured, sustained child protection for children and adolescent structures such as peer to peer groups and round table 11,409 discussions for children and adolescents, to get involved in their own recovery. or psychosocial support programmes 34,317

Departement of Labour and Social Affaires (DoLSA) in Basirma camp conducted # of persons receiving SGBV services 4,831 Parents awareness sessions on good parenting and positive discipline, family attitude 56,000 and practice in child discipline, community and family attitudes toward delinquent children, and the links between families, community and child. The topic was about # of persons receiving legal assistance and remedies. 1,434 Hyperactivity in children and how to deal with it and therapeutic suggestions and 114,000 there were 5 male and 5 female participants of parents of this session. Furthermore, # of Syrian refugees submitted for resettlement or humanitarian through mobile team DolSA team could provide recreational activities to non-camp 301 area such as Khalifan, Haria and Basirma districts. admission 6,000

Sexual and Gender-based Violence (SGBV): Partners celebrated the occasion of # of girls and boys who are receiving specialised child protection services 1,486 international women’s day in refugee camps through some awareness raising 5,775 materials, plays and raise awareness on women’s rights amongst Syrian refugees in KR-I. Addressing challenges Syrian women face from SGBV perspectives. # of Syrian refugees registered or awaiting registration 236,772

235,000 -20% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

Leading Agencies: UNHCR, Carolina MATEOS, [email protected] IRAQ MONTHLY UPDATE - MARCH 2017 FOOD

54,668 Syrian refugees received food assistance.

Modalities of food distribution: Food vouchers: in 8 camps (Domiz 1&2, Arbat, Basirma, Darashakran, Gawilan, Kawergosk and Qushtapa). Unrestricted cash: Distributions at Akre Castle camp.

Highlights

A total of 54,668 Syrian refugees received assistance from WFP in March 2017 under the regional Protracted Relief and Recovery Operation (PRRO).

All beneficiaries received IQD 22,000 (USD 19) per beneficiary, per month.

A new hotline for receiving complaints and feedback is now operative. This service is free of charge and helps WFP to be more accountable to beneficiaries and those in need.

The timeline for the vulnerability assessment of Syrian refugees has been agreed amongst WFP’s Vulnerability, Analysis and Mapping (VAM) unit, WFP’s Cairo Regional Bureau and UNHCR. The assessment will take place in May 2017. Syrian refugees request information and share concerns in Darashakran camp. WFP/Mohammed al -Bahbahani

Monitoring of prices at retailer shops was carried out in various camps throughout the Total Assisted Planned Response, by end-2017 March cycle. All prices were found to be appropriate. IRAQ RESPONSE INDICATORS: March2017* End-Year

Target

Number of Beneficiaries (individuals) reached in camps # of SYR living in camps/in communities who receive food assistance 54,668 20,732 17,480 75,000

7,512 5,845 5,692 4,947 4,925 4,623 2,645 999 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%

*Planned response based on full funding of 3RP for an expected direct beneficiary population of 235,000 Syrian refugees and 1 million members of impacted local communities by end-2017. By 31 March 2017, 236,772 Syrian refugees (77,485 households) live in Iraq. 38% = 89,947 live in 9 camps and 62% = 146,825 in non-camp/urban areas. Lead Agencies: WFP, [email protected], FAO, Fadel El-Zubi, fadel [email protected] 97% = 228,567 live in Kurdistan Region-Iraq (KR-I): in Erbil Duhok and Sulaymaniyah and 3% = 8,205 Live in other locations in Iraq.

IRAQ MONTHLY UPDATE - March 2017 EDUCATION

OVERVIEW: NEEDS ANALYSIS: 77,334 Refugee Children are aged 3-17years. Of these, 56,189 are school aged (6-17 Gaps and Constraints years). Currenty 29,979 are so far enrolled in formal education and 5,211 in informal •The ongoing financial crisis of the KRI Government has limited the assistance that the Ministry of Education (MoE) can provide to refugee students in Iraq. MARCH HIGHLIGHTS: 56,189 Syrian school aged refugee children (6-17 years) are residing in Iraq, 9% in PHOTO •Teachers operating in camps particularly in the camps in the KRI. 32,158 are spread into urban, peri-urban and rural communities, while require training in psychosocial support 24,031 are in camps. Of these 29,979 children enrolled in formal both in primary and secondary education as of March while 5,211 are participating in non-formal •The number of teachers remains low despite increase in education camps and non-camp settings across the Iraq Children attending class in Akre Camp in . Photo credit: enrolment in some camps. This is partly attributed to lack of Children (6-17 years) attending primary schools in UNICEF, Feb/2017 incentives for teachers supporting schools with multiple shifts. camps % enrollment Erbil 13,196 82% Males •As per recent study conducted by UNHCR, 31% girls and 52% 36% boys of the Refugee children remain out of school. Duhok 11,044 Gender Disaggregation of Among the out of school, 38% girls and 43% boys are in non- 52% Refugee School aged camp while 14% girls and 19% boys are in camp. Factors Children Supported such as financial costs, lack of Arabic schools, child labour, Sulaymaniyah 3,403 55% Females among others are contributing to out of school children. 48% Others 2,336 49% IRAQ RESPONSE INDICATORS: MARCH 2017* Enrollment Gap Total Assisted Planned Response by end-2017 End-Year Target Refugees School Aged Children: Sector Achievements and Gaps # of teachers and education personnel receiving incentives 443 1,846 2,289 (f/m)

# of classrooms constructed, established or rehabilitated 38 1,237 1,275

# of children (3-17 years, g/b) receiving school supplies 290 57,980 58,270

# of teachers and education personnel trained (f/m) 601 4,475 5,076

# of children (5-17 years, g/b) enrolled in informal non- 4,574 6,046 accredited education 10,620

# of children (5-17 years, g/b) enrolled in formal general 29,979 5,921 education 35,900

# of children (3-5 years, g/b) enrolled in ECCE and pre-primary 1,427 10,323 education 11,750

0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% *Planned response is based on full funding of 3RP for all the school aged refugee *The Numbers visualized above are based on the reports retrieved from Activityinfo as provided by the partners involved children, spread out in the camp and non-camp settings majorly in the Kurdistan in the Refugee response as of March 2017. Region. There are 76,175 children between 3-17 years, and only 55,380 aged Contacts: Aden, Abdirisak Fred Mugabi between 6-17years. Email: [email protected] [email protected] IRAQ MONTHLY UPDATE - MARCH 2017 HEALTH

MARCH HIGHLIGHTS: NEEDS ANALYSIS: • Control of communicable diseases needs to be  A total of 22,363 patient consultations were conducted in Primary Health Care strengthened in close cooperation with other sectors Centres in refugee camps during March. Health utilization rate in order to prevent disease outbreaks. (visit/person/year) was 2.6 which lies within the expected range of 1-4. During • Shortage of medicines remains a key concern in public March, 669 (out of 22,363) mental health consultations were provided at camp health facilities, particularly for patients with chronic PHC. diseases.  1,169 patients were referred from camp based PHCC to secondary and tertiary • Lack of awareness on available health services and facilities for further investigations and/or hospitalization. insufficient health knowledge impact health seeking behavior. Health awareness campaign for non-camp  The second round of Polio National Immunization Day (PNID) has been Syrian refugees on available health services at public conducted in Iraq with support from WHO and UNICEF, for five days during health facilities in KR-I is still needed, to improve March. Children under 5 years (U5) among refugees, IDPs and host community knowledge of refugees on services availability in the were targeted. Coverage rate was approximately 95% in Iraq. host community.  In order to improve data collection from refugee’s camps, a training on UNHCR- • Mental health and psychosocial care services remains Health Information System (HIS) and Activity Info (AI) has been conducted by an area in need of further support for urban refugee UNHCR Health team to DoH staff in . A similar training will be populations. conducted in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah governorates in April. UNHCR/WHO monitoring visit, Kawergosk refugee camp PHCC, Erbil  UNICEF provided IYCF counselling assistance on appropriate breastfeeding to 1592 pregnant and lactating women in the camp settings across KRI. IRAQ RESPONSE INDICATORS: MARCH 2017* End-Year Total Assisted Planned Response, by end-2017 Target  In Erbil governorate, UNHCR facilitated MHPSS mapping workshop in # of service delivery units providing SRH services 39 74 collaboration with Ministry of Health and other NGOs operating in Erbil, 74 including both refugees and IDPs camps. Mapping has a strategic value in detecting the gaps in current activities and strategies in place to bridge these # of children immunized ( including measels and polio 5,801 46,199 52,000 gaps. vacinations)

Monthly health care utilisation rates 2016/2017 # of health care staff trained 92 58 150 5 4.3 4.5 4.2 3.9 3.7 # of health facilities supported 1 110 110 4 3.6 3.6 3.6 3.4 3.5 3.9 3 2.9 # of referrals of target population to secondary or tertiary 2.8 3,617 8,383 3 2.9 healthcare services 12,000 3.3 Health utilisation rate 2016 Utilisation rate Utilisation 2.5 Health utilisation rate 2017 2.6 # of consultations for target population in primary health 2 Normal range (min.) 72,413 237,587 care services 310,000 1.5 Normal range (max.) 1 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 0.5 *Planned response based on full funding of 3RP for an expected direct beneficiary population of 235,000 Syrian refugees and 1 million members of impacted 0 local communities by end-2017. By 31 March 2017, 236,772 Syrian refugees (77,485 households) live in Iraq. 38% = 89,947 live in 9 camps and 62% = 146,825 in non-camp/urban areas. 97% = 228,567 live in Kurdistan Region-Iraq (KR-I): in Erbil Duhok and Sulaymaniyah and 3% = 8,205 Live in other locations in Iraq.

Leading Agencies: Ministry of Health (MoH - KRI) UNHCR, Dr. Mohammed Marzoog, [email protected] WHO, Dr. Muhammad Fawad Khan, [email protected] IRAQ MONTHLY UPDATE - MARCH 2017 SHELTER

MARCH HIGHLIGHTS: NEEDS ANALYSIS: Camp: The overall situation of the sector: the total shelter capacity in Syrian refugee camps As part of 2017 plan, 315 new shelters plots will be constructed amounts to 20,074 shelter units. In 2016, UNHCR constructed 2,512 shelter units in Kawergosk, as well as an additional 80 in Qushtapa, which is (comprised of a concrete slab, kitchen, family latrine and shower). A total of 17,224 (88%) made possible in the latter case following an internal shelter units are now constructed and occupied, with more than 17,000 refugee reorganization of the camp layout that freed up space. In households (about 85,000 individuals) benefiting from satisfactory shelter conditions in the Darashakran some available extra space will enable the camps. construction of 80 new shelter plots and thus meet the needs of In Duhok/ Domiz1 camp, as a part of the rapid assessment of infrastructure services an increasing population. In Kawargosk 225 shelter plots have (Shelters, Care & Maintenance and Water Treatment/WASH facilities). 3,550 families have yet to be upgraded and despite the camp will have then reached been visited by the multi-functional team (UNHCR/ PWJ/ BRHA). However, the assessment its full design capacity, 272 families will still be accommodated in is still on-going and many needs have been identified. overcrowded condition. In Kawargosk and Qushtapa, further needs remain in regard to In Sulaymaniyah. Shelters upgrade assessment has been conducted in Arbat camp. 60 upgrading of roads, water network and drainage. families (most vulnerable) has been selected, preparation of BoQ under process. UNHCR Shelte Rapid assessment in Domiz 1 camp /B.Amin/UNHCR The provision of adequate and targeted shelter support to refugees residing out of camps requires increased attention as IRAQ RESPONSE INDICATORS: MARCH 2017* End-Year needs remain very high. Interventions generally may include Total Asssisted Planned Response, by end-2017 Target upgrading of dwellings, rental support and support to # of households outside of community infrastructure. Assistance should be provided in camps receiving assistance for 40 40 close consultation with local authorities ensuring that the Number of Improved Shelter Units (Concrete Slabs, Kitchen, shelter and shelter upgrades landlord will not increase the monthly rent or evict the refugee Family Latrine and Shower) / Camp # of households in camps families shortly thereafter. Refugee households should be receiving assistance for shelter 2,388 2,760 identified based on a set of vulnerability criteria. A more comprehensive and systematic response entail enhanced Darashakran 2,480 and shelter upgrades outreach and referral mechanisms and an effective prioritization 0% 50% 100% of such interventions. Basirma 614

Qushtapa 1,739 Sulaymaniyah Arbat - Kawrgosk 1,146 556 2,048 Available Space (tents) - Basirma 614 per Camp in KR-I Akra Castle 309 Qushtapa - Erbil 1,819 Kawergosk - Available Space Plots Domiz 1 5,148 1,702 - Darashakran 2,480 Domiz 2 1,890 - Akre Settlement 309 Gawilan 1,764 Gawilan 1,850 1,714 Duhok 3,564 - Domiz 2 1,890 Arbat 2,048 - Domiz 1 5,648 Al-Obaidy 367 *Planned response based on full funding of 3RP for an expected direct beneficiary population of 235,000 Syrian refugees and 1 million members of impacted local communities by end-2017. By 31 March 2017, 236,772 Syrian refugees (77,485 households) live in Iraq. 38% = 89,947 live in 9 camps and 62% = 146,825 in non-camp/urban areas. Implemented Gap 97% = 228,567 live in Kurdistan Region-Iraq (KR-I): in Erbil Duhok and Sulaymaniyah and 3% = 8,205 Live in other locations in Iraq.

Leading Agencies: UNHCR, Giorgio Amadei, [email protected]; BRHA (Bureau of Relief and Humanitarian Affairs,

Duhok, KR-I), Erbil Refugee Council (ERC) and MoDM (Ministry of Migration and Displacement, IRQ). IRAQ MONTHLY UPDATE - MARCH 2017 Basic Needs

MARCH HIGHLIGHTS: In Erbil, with the lingering cold weather, a remaining balance of 7,920 liters of kerosene from the winterization program was distributed to the most vulnerable families, those who did not receive their share in the previous rounds, and camp support authorities. Refugees in the coldest areas in Sulaymaniyah had sufficient access to winterization. YAO, UNHCR's partner agency, distributed core- relief items and kerosene (100 liters per household) to more than 2,000 refugee families.

For multi-purpose cash assistance, some of no-show cases were attributed to expired refugee certificates. Qandil, UNHCR partner in Erbil, is working on an analysis to address the issue of no-show cases and follow-up actions.

IRAQ RESPONSE INDICATORS: MARCH 2017* End-Year Total Assisted Planned Response, by end-2017 Target Guarding jerrycans with kerosene in Basirma camp, Erbil Governorate. Oleg ZHDANOV.

20,300 households receiving seasonal support through 20,300 1,700 NEEDS ANALYSIS: cash or in-kind assistance In the first quarter of 2017, the rate of fire incidents in camps increased compared to the same period in 2016. Possible migitation measures include: 1) establishing fire prevention plans, 2) training the refugees on 987 households receiving unconditional, sector-specific fire safety, 3) organizing awareness sessions, and 4) replacing damaged fire 987 14,013 or emergency cash assistance extinguishers in all camps in Dohuk.

Lack of livelihoods opportunities remains one of the gaps in urban areas in Erbil governorate. Refugees struggle to pay rent, for food, transportation 593 households receiving core relief items in-kind 593 13,157 and medication fees. Economic difficulties are pushing refugees to explore the option of moving to camps as a more attractive alternative. Over 800 households are registered in the waiting list to receive plots in the camps in 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Erbil Governorate.

*Planned response based on full funding of 3RP for an expected direct beneficiary population of 235,000 Syrian refugees and 1 million members of UNHCR will closely work with ACTED in to impacted local communities by end-2017. By 31 March 2017, 236,772 Syrian refugees (77,485 households) live in Iraq. 38% = 89,947 live in 9 camps and 62% = 146,825 in non-camp/urban areas. disseminate information about cash assistance, as many refugees are 97% = 228,567 live in Kurdistan Region-Iraq (KR-I): in Erbil Duhok and Sulaymaniyah and 3% = 8,205 Live in other locations in Iraq. unaware of its scope and criteria.

Leading Agency: UNHCR, Bola HAN, [email protected]; Co-leading agency: ACTED.

E.R.C. B.R.H.A IRAQ MONTHLY UPDATE - MARCH 2017 WASH

MARCH HIGHLIGHTS: NEEDS ANALYSIS:

Erbil (Basirma, Darashakran, Kawergosk, Qushtapa): Due to continuous cut-off electricity power and possible increase demand for water due to In all camps, routine provision of safe drinking water (averaging 91 l/p/d), O&M of water networks, maintenance of WASH changing season, provision of drinking water is expecting to be a challenge. The rise in facilities, including water quality monitoring continued. UNICEF concluded skills building project focusing on WASH demand will be also due to extensive use of evaporative air coolers. committees for refugees. All trained regufees and WASH committees are linked to the camp management. To support host communities hosting refugees and IDPs. UNHCR through their partner KURDS has agreed to start to drill 2 Increased demand for water outside the camps due to additional IDPs and refugees within boreholes in Khabat District, Erbil Governorate. the host community has led to constant reduction of water supply from the municipal UNHCR has started to construct of individual family WASH facilities for 80 families in Qushtapa camp. The facilities include network to the Domiz 1 & 2 camps. Faced with a demand deficit of about 600m3 per day, toilet, shower with roof tank/each family and connections to sewerage systems (Septic tanks) and separate grey lines. it is predicted that the next summer period will be very challenging and will put a lot of To ensure that refugees do not live in squalid condition in all the refugee camps, UNHCR continues to support garbage demand for water trucking. As already experienced last year, it is again anticipated that the collection and desludging activities in all the 4 refugee camps in Erbil (Kawergosk, Darashakran, Basirma and Qushtapa) communities within the camp will be engaged in illegal water connections, in attempt to through partner EJCC (ERC). boost water intake from the network, thereby creating unequal distribution. UNICEF and Through EJCC/ERC partner, UNHCR continue to undertake daily maintenance and cleaning of the existing WASH facilities in the camp management plans to carry out social mobilisation and enforcement of all the 4 refugee camps in Erbil (Kawergosk, Darashakran, Basirma and Qushtapa), now the activities are in progress. regulations for removals of illegal connections during the period.

Duhok (Domiz I and II, Akre, Gawilan): There has been substantial worsening of the water quality in some boreholes due to high In all camps, routine O&M of WASH facilities, including dislodging of wastewater, garbage collection and disposal turbidity and presence of nitrates in the groundwater. In the 12 months the camp manager continued. In Domiz I water trucking continued for 620 families (4,518 individuals) due to inadequate pressure on the in coordination with Directorate of Water Outskirts have been forced to close down6 of the network. 15 boreholes supplying Domiz 1 & 2. The negative environmental impact of excessive Water quality monitoring continued by Directorate of Water Outskirts in all camps at the water sources, from the water abstraction of groundwater within Domiz 1 & 2 locations, now implies drilling more tankers and at the points of use. boreholes in the surrounding areas will no longer be feasible. And, so in the long term, WASH awareness and hygiene promotion also continued through the Directorate of Health, while sanitation and hygiene Directorate of Health (DoH) hygiene promotors covering households in Domiz Refugee Camp, Erbil. there will be need to provide a more sustainable solution by relying on surface water education is ongoing in 14 camp schools. Inorder to keep the camps environment friendly UNICEF distributed 555 garbage source from dam rather than groundwater source. bins in Domiz. As part of preparations for world water day drawing computation was organized on water conservation among student from 20 refugee schools. Due to drought and (high sulphat, Netruit and Turbidity) contamination 4 drinking water deep wells were closed which have negative impact on quantity of water supplied to Domiz 1&2. IRAQ RESPONSE INDICATORS: MARCH 2017* End-Year Total Assisted Planned Response, by end-2017 Sulaymaniyah (Arbat): Targets Continuous provision of drinking water with 90L/Person/Day for refugees, water delivery is planned to be implemented through DSSW after signing the agreement with UNHCR. UNHCR/Municipality continues coordination to collect waste management on daily basis (except Friday). 73,134 (72,134 in March) people with access to adequate 100,000 UNHCR/ Qandil plan to start KAP survey inside camp. quantity of safe water through temporary provision 73,134 26,866

72,158 (72,158 in March) people benefiting from access to ACCESS TO SAFE WATER SUPPLY IN CAMPS: MARCH 2017 adequate quantity of safe water through improved longer-term 72,158 0 58,879 Average water supply (litre/person/day) WASH Cluster Minimum Standard (50 litre/person/day) water systems

8,048 (120 in March) people with access to appropriate sanitation 108 8,048 189,952 198,000 97 facilities and services 90 90 85 84 80 80 34,278 (1,246 in March) people who have experienced a hygiene 70 198,000 promotion/ community mobilization session 34,278 163,722

1,540 (1,540 in March) people attending public spaces and institutions have access to safe, gender appropriate water and 1,540 196,460 198,000 sanitation facilities and services and hygiene promotion activities

Kawergosk Darashakran Qushtapa Basirma Domiz 1 Domiz 2 Gawilan Akre Arbat

Leading Agency: UNICEF. Contact: Annmarie Swai: [email protected] *Planned response based on full funding of 3RP for an expected direct beneficiary population of 235,000 Syrian refugees and 1 million members of impacted local communities by end-2017. By 31 March 2017, 236,772 Syrian refugees (77,485 households) live in Iraq. 38% = 89,947 live in 9 camps and 62% = 146,825 in non-camp/urban areas. 97% = 228,567 live in Kurdistan Region-Iraq (KR-I): in Erbil Duhok and Sulaymaniyah and 3% = 8,205 Live in other locations in Iraq.