The refugee affected areas refers to rehabilitating areas where refugees had lived for a long time. The goal of the study was therefore to bring out the extent of impact on various services around the camp areas on local population. The second phase of need assessment of refugee affected areas was conducted from August-December, 2007. The Refugee Affected Area (RAA) initiative is a joint project of the Government of Pakistan (SAFRON/CCAR) and UNDP/UNHCR supported by the UN Country Team. In the field support was given by respective P&D Departments and logistics was arranged by Provincial CCAR Offices. The initiative was launched following the conclusions and recommendations derived from the Brussels Consultation held in February 2005.