Table 1.

Needs assessment objectives and tools

Assessment objective	WHO-UNHCR assessment tool applied
What is the context for mental health service provision?	Checklist for getting information from other agencies Template for desk review
What is the mental health burden in the refugee population?	Review of PCAF’s Health Information System (client documentation) and UNHCR Health Information System
What are perceived mental health and psychosocial support needs of key stakeholders?	Free listing activity with general community members
What are critical social and cultural considerations in the provision of mental health services?	Template for desk review
What is the current infrastructure for provision of mental health and psychosocial support services?	Shortened version of Who does What Where until When (4Ws) Assessment of formal mental health resources (interviews with key informants) Checklist for getting information from other agencies