Preparation for Information Gathering
This subsection provides an overview of the steps involved in preparing for a human rights documentation mission. In particular, the section discusses how to go about planning the logistics for a documentation mission, including preparing for the mission, the interviews, and how to anticipate and account for various types of risk.
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Preparation Prior to Interview
This video will review the preparation necessary prior to an interview, including considerations when assembling a documentation team, cultural sensitivities, and determining the site of the interview.
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Logistical Planning
This video will provide an overview of the steps to plan the logistics of a documentation mission including mapping out communities, creating a recording strategy,, and financial planning needs.
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Risk Assessment
This video will review the steps needed to conduct a risk assessment prior to a documentation mission.
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Security Measures
This video will review the steps necessary to anticipate and plan for potential threats and create a security plan for the documentation mission.