FOUNDATION / CHAPTER 04 OF 13
Our Principles.
Needs before assumptions
Future work would begin by examining what people actually need. Dignity, respect, safety, practical feasibility and careful use of resources would shape each decision. The initiative intends to make assistance responsive to communities rather than using a predetermined list of destinations.
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Dignity and respect
People affected by hardship should not be reduced to images of need. Respect, informed consent where relevant and attention to local perspectives would have to inform both assistance and its documentation.
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Practical responsibility
Humanitarian intentions alone are insufficient. Any future programme must consider safety, relevant expertise, financial controls, unintended consequences and the ability to carry out its commitments.
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Independent assessment
A country or cause would not be chosen merely for visibility. The stated intention is to assess actual needs and the conditions under which an intervention could be useful and responsibly managed.