Appendix 1: Information Sheet
Examining the role and impact of NGOs in the provision of housing for the poor: A case study on Addis Ababa
INFORMATION SHEET
Salam,
My name is Amy Fraser. I am a student in the Institute of Development Studies at Massey University in New Zealand. I have come to Ethiopia, in order to conduct field research for my Master’s thesis. My research investigates the role and impact of NGOs in the provision of housing for the poor of Addis Ababa. It
examines the roles that NGOs can perform to assist in the provision of housing. It also explores if a rights based approach could be an appropriate method for NGOs to employ for effective housing provision. The research will be undertaken in a qualitative manner as it seeks to gain a deep and rich understanding of the issues related to housing provision. The research will enable different
development actors to have a voice, including those residing in poverty housing, as often their opinions are excluded from literature. Currently there is no
literature on the role of NGOs in the provision of housing within Addis Ababa, so any contribution towards this project will be providing knowledge for future generations. NGOs form a large sector of aid within Addis Ababa and it is vital we
understand what they are doing and how they interact with other development actors. Knowledge of this will help to ensure successful, collaborative and lasting urban development within the city.
I would greatly appreciate your contribution towards my project. However your participation should be voluntary. As a participant you have the right to decline to answer any questions you do not feel comfortable with. You are also welcome to ask me any questions that you wish. If you don’t understand anything that I am asking you, please ask and I can further clarify or rephrase for you. If a tape recorder is used it can be turned off at any time during the interview. If you would like a summary of the findings from the research or a copy of the interview / photos I can give them to you at a time we agree upon. I will not use your name in this research, unless you give me informed consent to. You can withdraw any information you shared with me before the conclusion of this research. The information that you share with me will only be used for the purpose of completing this thesis.
This project has been evaluated by peer review and deemed low-risk. It has not been reviewed by one of the University’s Human Ethics Committees. As the researcher, I am responsible for the ethical conduct of this research.
If you have any concerns about the research that you want to discuss with someone other than the researcher please contact: John O’Neill, Director, Research Ethics, email: [email protected], telephone +64 6 350 5249.
Thank you for considering my request to participate in this research, it is greatly appreciated.
Appendix 2: Consent Form
Examining the role and impact of NGOs in the provision of housing for the poor: A case study on Addis Ababa
PARTICIPANT CONSENT FORM
I have read and understood the information provided by the information sheet and additionally by the researcher. I, therefore, voluntarily accept to be involved in this research without expecting any form of compensation afterwards.
I agree to participate in this study under the conditions outlined in the information sheet.
Full name printed: _____________________________________
Appendix 3: Initial semi structure interview questions
Research Question:
‘What is the role and impact of NGOs in the provision of housing for the poor of Addis Ababa?’
Objectives:
x To examine the key roles that NGOs can perform that assist in the provision of housing for the poor
x To explore whether a rights based approach could be an appropriate method for NGOs to employ for effective housing provision
NGO Questions:
(Maybe begin with some quantitative questions to get conversation flowing and to gain a quick idea about how much influence the NGO is having in the housing sector)
1. What sort of projects does your organization usually engage with (full rebuilds, partial renovation etc.)?
2. How many people or communities have you been in contact with or helped? (I have noticed from the literature the NGOs are very good at knowing this stuff – mostly for donors I would say)
- Asking these questions will also give me the opportunity to present somewhere in my data a table that will give a general overview/comparison of the NGOs so the reader can quickly get an idea of context. For example:
NGO How are they
assisting
Main work in sector Number of people affected by NGO contribution e.g. Habitat for
Humanity Rights awareness programme, opportunity for home ownership, Renovations Partial Renovations 100,000 OXFAM
More in-depth questions like the following will be asked of 2-3 NGOs:
1. What are the challenges you face when trying to set up and provide housing in Addis Ababa?
2. Does your NGO work with any other groups to provide housing (for example, local community groups, faith based organisations, larger NGOs, government)?
3. To what extent do your relationships with other development actors affect your ability to be effective agents for change?
4. Do you work with your recipients to teach them about their rights to housing, ongoing communication with families and communities etc. or do you simply provide a service?
5. What do you think is your organisation’s overarching philosophy on housing provision? (Asking this question will help to understand what drives the
organisation and if they are identifying with the underlying principles of a RBA even if they are not familiar with the term)
Government Questions:
1. Currently what is your view on the contribution of NGOs towards the provision of housing for the poor?
2. Do you see NGOs having a role to play in future urban development plans?
3. Are they (NGOs) a valuable development partner? (For example, can they help to bridge some gaps between government and slum dwelling communities?)
4. There are so many NGOs registered and working within the city but a minimal amount are involved with housing, do you have any idea why this is occurring considering the housing crisis in Addis Ababa?
5. Are you aware of the ‘right to housing’? Do you feel a duty to provide adequate shelter for the people of this city?
Private Sector Questions:
1. There are so many NGOs registered and working within the city but a minimal amount are involved with housing, do you have any idea why this is occurring considering the housing crisis in Addis Ababa?
2. Do you think NGOs have a role to play in the provision of housing for the poor?
3. Do you see the potential of any future partnerships between the private and NGO sectors for housing provision?
Slum Dwellers Questions:
1. How did you find out about (enter NGO name) and the work they do with housing?
2. What sort of process did you go through to get your new house / repairs?
3. How did you find working with the NGO? Do you have any ongoing contact or support from them?
4. Who do you see as the main provider of housing within the city?
5. Do you think NGOs have a role to play in providing housing for the poor or do they face too many challenges? If so, what are these challenges?