The aim of this case study is to share CARE Peru’s experience of trying to put accountability into practice within their earthquake response - what worked well, the challenges faced and the lessons that were learnt along the way.
Learning about accountability from CARE Peru’s earthquake response
- Countries: Peru
- Published: August 2007
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