Civilian Response Corps
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were OCR and the CRC Created?
In National Security Presidential Directive – 44 (NSPD-44), the president stated the need to create a cohesive and permanent mechanism for the US government to address stabilization and reconstruction issues abroad. The Civilian Response Corps was created as a civilian interagency mechanism that would interface with the military, as appropriate, to bring peace and stability to war torn countries. More information on NSPD-44 and the creation of OCR and the CRC can be found here.
How are OCR and the CRC Funded?
OCR and the CRC are funded through Civilian Stabilization Initiative funding. In FY 08 USAID received $25 M to fund the Office of Civilian Response, the Civilian Deployment Center, and USAID CRC members.
How do OCR and the CRC coordinate with USAID and other USG partners?
USAID is one of eight civilian US government Departments and Agencies who support members of the CRC. Other members include the Departments of: State; Justice; Agriculture; Health and Human Services; Commerce; Homeland Security; and Treasury. USAID’s OCR interacts very closely with the Department of State’s Office for the Coordination of Crisis, Stabilization, and Reconstruction (S/CRS) to coordinate CRC activities.
What is the Sequence of a CRC Deployment?
Once the Office of Civilian Response is notified that a deployment has been called up, they will refer to the Deployment Tracking System database and determine the appropriate CRC-A members to deploy. This determination is based by matching the position requirements of the deployment with the technical and regional expertise of CRC-A staff. CRC-A staff selected for the deployment and their bureau supervisors will be notified. Within 48 hours, CRC-A staff will report to the Civilian Deployment Center (CDC) where they will receive mission specific training and go through a pre-deployment screening. Within 5 days of notification of deployment CRC-A staff will deploy directly from the CDC. Depending on the needs of the deployment, OCR will also use the Deployment Tracking System to determine appropriate CRC-S members for potential deployment.
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