Disaster Accountability Project (DAP) is a nonprofit that saves lives and reduces suffering by maximizing the effectiveness, efficiency, and equity of disaster preparedness, response, relief, and recovery through oversight, transparency, advocacy, and public education.An independent watchdog for disaster relief and humanitarian aid, we believe that transparency, accountability, effective working systems, and public participation are necessary for effective disaster relief preparedness, response, and recovery. Dedicated to public participation and long-term oversight, we welcome volunteers, interns, supporters, and donations.Our focus areas are: 1) SmartResponse.org data collection and sharing, assessments, monitoring and evaluations2) Investigative reporting3) Advocacy and public education