7.1 Considerations regarding geographical focus

The humanitarian imperative comes first: where is the greatest need?

• What areas have been reported as the worst affected or to have the greatest need?
• What areas are normally the most vulnerable?

CARE’s capacity: where can CARE have the greatest impact?

• Where does CARE already have capacity, including pre-established presence, partners, infrastructure and capacity at a global level.
• Where can CARE feasibly launch new operations?
• Where is there an obligation to the community for CARE to assist?

Coordination: where is there a lack of assistance?

• Where are other agencies assessing or responding?
• What areas are being neglected?