functional independence from the project team? (E.g., GRM reports to someone not managing the project)? 37. Does the GRM provide for some form of appeal? 38. Does the GRM ensure that complainants are given a reason for the mechanism’s decision in resolving their complaint? 39. Is information on the mechanism’s performance made public? Is a summary of complaints and responses made public? 40. Are grievances disaggregated by the gender of the person who submitted them? 41. Can complaints be filed confidentially or anonymously? 42. Will the GRM be operationalized specifically to handle cases of GBV/SEA/H? Appraisal Stage ESRS 43. ESS 1- which “disadvantaged and vulnerable groups” are mentioned if any and are their barriers to project benefit mentioned? 44. ESS 1- are the project’s differentiated impacts on women mentioned? 45. What’s the project’s social risk rating? COVID-19 specific questions and basic information 46. Does the SEP explicitly mention it will be revised within 30 days of the project’s effectiveness? 47. Is there a specific amount of money allocated for carrying out the SEP? 48. Has the SEP been disclosed in English? In the native language of the implementing country? BANK INFORMATION CENTER | MAR 2021 29