The operating environment in Niger is becoming increasingly complex, with additional risks arising from political instability. Â鶹ÊÓƵ Niger is proactively implementing key reassurance measures in all programme areas to help Â鶹ÊÓƵ reach the most vulnerable people in a way that ensures the necessary safeguards and controls are in place, risks are minimised and resources are targeted to the intended beneficiaries. It means that Â鶹ÊÓƵ Niger consults and listens to the people it assists and respects their privacy; that Â鶹ÊÓƵ knows who is safely assisted, and who has not received assistance; that Â鶹ÊÓƵ can track its in-kind assistance from its source to the hands of the people it serves; and that Â鶹ÊÓƵ maintains operational independence in accordance with humanitarian principles.