Resettlement

In this first stage, all necessary requirements and potential obstacles for land access and resettlement are identified. This includes analyzing legal and regulatory requirements as well as the expectations and needs of affected communities. Based on this information, a comprehensive strategy is prepared that covers both the technical and social aspects of the project, ensuring risks are minimized and opportunities for successful resettlement are maximized.

The second stage involves the formulation of the Resettlement Action Plan (RAP). This plan includes a detailed land census and a socioeconomic census of affected individuals. Impact assessments are also conducted, and management measures, eligibility criteria, a compensation framework, and livelihood restoration programs are established. Relocation sites and necessary replacement assets are determined, and the project budget is consolidated.

In the third stage, the necessary sites for relocation are acquired, and the agreed-upon structures, such as housing and collective infrastructure, are built. Livelihood projects are designed and prepared, and psychosocial support is provided to families to help them cope with the challenges of involuntary displacement. Additionally, detailed plans are prepared and communicated to ensure the successful implementation of the relocation process.

The relocation of the population is a crucial milestone that must be planned and executed with great sensitivity and respect. During this process, livelihood restoration projects are implemented, integrating families into the host community and transferring public and institutional structures to the local government and civil society. This approach ensures that the affected population can resume normal life in the new location with minimal impact.

Monitoring and evaluation are essential to ensure compliance with international standards and best practices. Socionaut collaborates with independent third parties to conduct mid-term and final evaluations, adjusting processes as needed to achieve the project’s qualitative and quantitative objectives. Specific audits ensure that all project stages are carried out according to established standards, allowing for continuous adjustments and improvements.