Urban Profiling Toolbox

Urban profiling is a methodology implemented in various conflict-affected countries in the region. Through urban profiles, UN-Habitat seeks to provide up to date, holistic documentation and analysis of the impact of the crisis in key cities, synthesising information and insight from existing sources and priority sectors, supplemented by direct field research by UN-Habitat teams based in each city. This document has been developed with the goal to assist practicioners in implementing urban profiles in conflict-affected countries. It consists of two parts: an analysis toolbox and an analysis framework.

The Urban Recovery Analysis Framework has been developed to support the development of an urban profile through a shared set of research questions that examine:

1. How conflict has affected the city;
2. What the relief phase challenges are and how they will impact the development phase;
3. What strategic areas or projects require attention in the short-medium timespan.

The Urban Recovery Analysis Framework aims to:

• Establish a baseline for urban functionality and quality of life;
• Determine the most affected and ...