A/HRC/4/105 Page 13 and in consultation with civil society, IDP associations and the international community. It is based on international human rights standards and on the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement. In particular, it incorporates the principle of allowing and assisting IDPs to integrate into society while also respecting their right to return to their homes and communities, not as mutually exclusive options, but rather as mutually reinforcing options. The strategy covers various aspects of the problem, such as: - Securing dignified conditions for IDPs and their integration into Georgian society; The social integration of IDPs (improving their living conditions and socio-economic status); Creating conditions of voluntary return for IDPs and support for the process; Supporting IDPs who have spontaneously returned to their permanent residence. 54. This strategy will, according to the Government of Georgia, be implemented by all relevant government ministries, agencies and authorities at both national and local levels, and should be widely disseminated, especially among internally displaced persons in Georgia and organizations (local and international) working with IDPs. 55. The Government is planning to develop an action plan for the implementation of the national strategy. Jamaica 56. In its reply dated 2 February 2007, the Government of Jamaica affirmed its commitment to ensuring that it adheres to its obligations under the 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees and the 1967 Optional Protocol, and that those who are fleeing persecution are given the protection they need. Each application for refugee status is considered on its individual merit to determine whether the applicant has demonstrated a well-founded fear of persecution in his or her home country for reasons of race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group or political opinion. 57. The Government reported that it is aware of the economic and social impact that a mass influx of refugees can have on an individual country, and therefore it continues to be engaged in efforts aimed at sustaining peace, stability, democracy and development in countries throughout the Caribbean region and beyond, that will remove the need for persons to flee their countries. This is accomplished through engagement with relevant international and regional organisations and with other countries at the bilateral and regional levels. 58. In view of its obligations, the Government of Jamaica has taken the necessary steps to ensure adequate protection of the basic human rights of refugees and asylum-seekers, including through the provision of adequate food and shelter, and the safety and security of individuals and their personal property. The enforcement of this right is no less than that afforded to each citizen of Jamaica by the security forces. 59. Meeting the welfare needs of refugees and asylum seekers requires a multi-faceted approach, involving the Ministries of Foreign Affairs & Foreign Trade, National Security, and Health. The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), also assists in providing safe and secure shelter, as well as the basic necessities to ensure that their stay in the