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Background
This Community Trust Index evaluates institutional trust in the Tuvalu Red Cross Society (TRCS) through competencies and values, assessing perceptions across several subdimensions that drive overall trust perception. By identifying strengths and areas for improvement, it aims to enhance community engagement and inform policy decisions. Ultimately, the insights gained will foster a more cohesive and trusting environment, contributing to Tuvalu’s sustainable development and collective well-being.
Lead: Tuvalu Red Cross Society
Partners: IFRC Asia Pacific
Overall ScoreIndex scoreThe overall score is the average of the competences and values scores. The competency and values scores are the arithmetic mean of the scores for each sub-dimension. The sub-dimension scores are generated from the weighted average of the response rates to the questions relating to each sub-dimension, using the following weightings.
Results
The survey was conducted by the Tuvalu Red Cross Society (TRCS) during the summer of 2023. TRCS volunteers administered the survey, which focused on questions related to trust as part of the Building Trust project. The survey reached 150 respondents across the Funafuti islands.
A representative sample of households were randomly selected based on the Funafuti Island map and zoning, using a single-stage cluster sampling approach.
Community trust by population profile
When looking at the sub-groups of people who volunteered and beneficiaries as well as others, we see that small difference between the groups, which are not significant since the group sizes are small.
Volunteers
Volunteers are individuals who actively participate in various Tuvalu Red Cross programs, initiatives, or projects.
People receiving support
Individuals who directly receive benefits or support from Tuvalu Red Cross programs, such as social welfare, healthcare, or education initiatives.
Others
Individual who do not receive benefits or support from Tuvalu Red Cross programs or engaged with the Tuvalu Red Cross in general
Perceptions of community trust
This score is derived from responses to questions that assess perceptions of competencies and values, providing a comprehensive measure of trust. A higher score indicates stronger trust, suggesting that community members believe their needs are being addressed and their values are respected.
- Overall
- Volunteers
- Beneficiaries
Competencies
Values
Geographic analysis
Summary ReportUnder development
Competencies
Top 3
Bottom 3
Values
Top 3
Bottom 3
Findings
Under development
Sampling
Population
- All Respondents
- Men
- Women
Region
Age Group
Limitations
A representative sample of households were randomly selected based on the Funafuti Island map and zoning, using a single-stage cluster sampling approach.
Understanding The Community Trust Index Analytical Framework
The Community Trust Index, developed by the IFRC Community Engagement and Accountability (CEA) Unit, is an evidence-based tool to measure and enhance trust between humanitarian organizations and the communities they serve. The Community Trust Index is measured through Competencies and Values.