Syrian Refugee Camp Livelihoods Assessment Erbil Governorate, Kurdistan Region of Iraq: Qushtapa, Kawergosk, Darashakran and Basirma - December 2015

This report, developed with the support of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), draws on the findings from three livelihoods assessments completed by the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) across 2015 for camp-based refugees in the Erbil governorate, KRI. The overall objective of this report is to identify resilience-building interventions aimed at contributing to stronger self-reliance and sustainable livelihoods for camp-based refugees. The specific objectives of the assessment are to:
I. Identify opportunities for sustainable livelihood interventions that prioritize building resilience for camp-based refugee populations.
II. Provide insight into the business markets within each of Erbil’s four refugee camps and propose clear recommendations on developing strong and stable markets in the camps.
III. Explore the skills and qualifications held by Syrian refugees residing within the camps.
IV. Assess local labor markets accessible from the camps, as well as opportunities or barriers for campbased populations to enter these markets.