Potts, A., Myer, K., & Roberts, L. (2011). Measuring human rights violations in a conflict-affected country: results from a nationwide cluster survey in Central African Republic. Conflict and Health, 5(1), 4. https://doi.org/10.1186/1752-1505-5-4

Annotation: This article presents the findings of a nationwide cluster survey conducted in the Central African Republic (CAR) to measure the prevalence of human rights violations. The authors, Potts, Myer, and Roberts, detail the methodology employed, including the sampling strategy, data collection methods, and statistical analyses used to assess various forms of human rights abuses. The study's significance lies in its comprehensive approach to data collection in a challenging conflict-affected environment, providing valuable insights into the scale and nature of human rights violations in the CAR. The findings are likely to be of interest to researchers, policymakers, and humanitarian organizations working to address human rights issues in conflict zones. The article's limitations, if any, should be considered when interpreting the results, particularly regarding potential biases introduced by the survey methodology or the limitations of self-reported data in a context marked by fear and insecurity. Further research could explore the long-term consequences of these violations and the effectiveness of interventions aimed at preventing and addressing them. The use of a cluster survey design is a strength, allowing for efficient data collection across a geographically dispersed and potentially insecure population. However, the generalizability of the findings might be limited by the specific context of the CAR and the potential for sampling bias. The article contributes significantly to the understanding of human rights violations in post-conflict settings and highlights the challenges of conducting research in such environments.