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# O6.2 Understand the needs of affected communities and test the impact of DPI on these groups

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[O6 Respond to gender, ability or age](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/principles/operational-principles/o6-respond-to-gender-ability-or-age.md)
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[RI4 Disempowerment, ](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-inclusion.md)

[RI3 Exclusion](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-inclusion.md)
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[L1 Conception and Scoping ](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/life-cycle-stages.md)
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## Practices

> * Engage directly with vulnerable communities by organizing focus group discussions (FGDs) and interviews with vulnerable communities, such as women’s groups, climate-affected communities, and other marginalized groups, to understand their specific needs and concerns related to DPI.
> * Hold consultations with local and national CSOs that represent or work with these communities to gather insights and ensure their voices are considered in the development and implementation of DPI.
> * Implement pilot projects in collaboration with these communities to test how DPI systems affect them, making adjustments based on feedback.

## Resources

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td></td><td><mark style="color:yellow;"><strong>Case Study</strong></mark></td><td>Coming soon..</td></tr><tr><td></td><td><mark style="color:yellow;"><strong>References</strong></mark></td><td>Coming soon..</td></tr></tbody></table>


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