Strengths:
- Global organization (international publicity)
- Has more resources/leverage when it comes to fieldwork and evaluation of the damages
- Numerous experts’ views on the situation
- Connections to other resources : World Health Organization, United Nation’s Development Programme
- Using advanced technology (remote sensing analysis, satellite imaging) when mapping damages
Weaknesses:
- Inability to oversee the complete distribution of funds
- Inability to access certain areas because of the Israeli occupation
- UN personnel is limited because of numerous threats
Opportunities:
- Ability to coordinate international efforts with regional ones
- Address water issues in conjunction with peace-building efforts
- Serve as a buffer between contesting interests in the region
Threats:
- Alienation and/or miscommunication when working with Palestinian citizens
- Green/western “imperialism”