How the HRI works

How the HRI works

The Humanitarian Response Index (HRI) uses both quantitative and qualitative data to build over 50 indicators, organised into five Pillars, which capture the essence of the Principles of Good Humanitarian Donorship.

Weighting of Pillars in Humanitarian Response Index
Pillar Weight
Responding to humanitarian needs	30%
Supporting local capacity and recovery	20%
Working with humanitarian partners	20%
Promoting standards and enhancing implementation	15%
Learning and accountability	15%
Total	100%

Several quantitative humanitarian sources of reference are consulted, such as the databases of the OECD DAC, OCHA’s Financial Tracking System, ECHO’s point system and other relevant databases and information published by donors.

The qualitative data comes from structured interviews and more than 1400 questionnaires completed by members of implementing organisations working in humanitarian crises around the world.

For a more detailed explanation of the HRI methodology:

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