CALP’s Data and Digital Technical Advisor, Rory Crew, picked Ugo Gentilini’s “Timely Cash: Lessons From 2500 Years of Giving People Money” as his recommended read for November.? Here’s why he thinks you’ll find it interesting ??? ? I find it both inspiring and frustrating to read reports from several years ago (one of my more exciting habits!). I’m impressed by the humanitarian sector’s progress but equally frustrated by the enduring nature of the persistent issues we face.? ? Ugo’s book charting 2,500 years of Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) is a familiar bittersweet experience.? ? I knew that the history of cash transfers went as far back as the UK’s Poor Laws in the 17th century but wasn’t aware it stretched back much further with evidence of it being used in India in 250 BC, nearly 2,500 years ago.?? ? The persistent issues he explains in exquisite detail are all too familiar, the perception of whether assistance reduces people’s incentive to work or creates dependency, the decision whether to give cash or in-kind assistance, whether support should be targeted or universal and questions about how it should be funded. We may not have all the answers, but for anyone working in the sector or interested in how societies can support the vulnerable, this is a must read – without it, we’re destined to ignore millennia of evidence and experience.??? ? Of course, not forgetting the inspirational aspects, the exploration of decentralized aid is a fascinating journey. Ugo tracks the centralization of decision making and funding of many cash aid systems, from the UK’s shift from village level to centralized decision making in the 17th century contrasted with 16th century Venice, where they maintained a patchwork of providers such as monasteries, hospitals and charitable organizations resulting in a flexible and likely more resilient system. With the current commitment to locally-led responses it’s difficult to not view this as unpicking centuries of centralization and standardization.? ? More fundamentally, it made me reconsider whether the current wealth reallocation system that most countries have today of taxation and social welfare is the only way to structure a society? Particularly in our present-day society where change is being driven rapidly by factors such as mass migration, climate change and the growth of mega-corporations who own more wealth than a typical small country. Is it time to take 2,500 years of lessons and shake things up a bit?? ? You can purchase the book from a variety of bookstores, or from the publisher here: https://calp.net/4fB2X4G? ? You may be able to access it online with institutional or public library logins.?
关于我们
There is growing recognition in the humanitarian sector that cash transfer programming can be an appropriate and effective response, that supports populations affected by disasters, in a way that maintains dignity and choice for beneficiaries while stimulating local economies and markets. The CALP Network is a dynamic and collaborative global network of humanitarian stakeholders actively engaged in the critical areas of policy, practice and research within cash transfer programming
- 网站
-
https://www.calpnetwork.org
CALP Network的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 非盈利组织
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 类型
- 合营企业
- 领域
- Cash Transfer Programming、Advocacy和Capacity Building
CALP Network员工
动态
-
New podcast episode ?? alert - 'Scaling up the use of CVA'??. In the final episode of this series, which explores how change happens, we hear from GiveDirectly - an organisation that was built on a foundation of cash. GiveDirectly Regional Director Lydiah Wangechi discusses how, even with cash at the core of their work, scaling up operations and shifting mindsets required a concerted effort. Watch a sneak peek of the episode below ?? Tune in to episode 5 to hear from both Sindhy O. and from Lydiah about: -The value of a strong emphasis on research and evidence -The importance of close collaboration with governments -The need to address scepticism and build trust among communities -The challenges of expanding programmes geographically -Lots more Listen now - https://calp.net/4fHTsk9 #CashCast #GiveDirectly #CashAssistance #DevelopmentImpact #Podcast Karen Peachey
-
Cash and voucher assistance (CVA) ?? can play a critical role in addressing the needs of survivors of gender-based violence (GBV).? ? As we mark the start of the 16 Days of Activism Against GBV, we’re highlighting a valuable resource for practitioners by United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) ??? ? ? ‘The UNFPA E-Learning Course: How to Integrate Cash Assistance into GBV Case Management.’? This self-paced course is designed to build capacity for integrating CVA into GBV programming.? ? In just 3-5 hours, it helps practitioners improve outcomes for survivors in humanitarian settings. Ready to learn more? Access the course here ??? https://calp.net/4fRkW6x?
-
-
??New in the library ??? The Multiplier Effect of Multipurpose Cash Assistance in Ad Dhali and Ja’ar Sub-districts in Yemen? ?? The Social Accounting Matrix (SAM) multiplier study by REACH Initiative and the Cash Consortium of Yemen (CCY) highlights the economic impact of Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) in Yemen's Ad-Dali and Ja’ar sub-districts. Findings reveal a significant multiplier effect, with each USD 1 of MPCA generating USD 2.56 in Ad-Dali and USD 2.29 in Ja’ar, emphasizing the potential of cash transfers to boost local economies. The study used SAMs to track income circulation among households and businesses, showing increased local spending, particularly benefiting traders and service providers. While the impacts are temporary boosts rather than long-term growth indicators, the research demonstrates the economic efficiency of cash assistance compared to traditional aid. This analysis advocates for SAM-based evaluations to inform aid programs in fragile regions, emphasizing cash assistance’s role in supporting local markets and fostering resilience.? See this publication, and 3 others added to the library this week, by Acted Concern Worldwide FOCUS DROITS ET ACCES GiveDirectly INTERSOS - Humanitarian Organization Mercy Corps Norwegian Refugee Council SOLIDARITéS INTERNATIONAL World Health Organization in this week's round-up ?? https://calp.net/3zm23pr??
-
??New job and consultancy opportunities from CALP and members are now on the website. Check them out here?? https://bit.ly/3eWIMQv #job #recruitments #nowhiring #jobadvert #jobopportunties #career
-
Challenging perceptions of risk in cash assistance! ?? In the latest CashCast episode, Oliver May discusses how our biases affect our decision-making. He emphasizes the need to learn from these biases and make space for thoughtful risk management. ??? ? ? We also hear from Sindhy O. and @Irfan Khan as we explore together the perceptions and realities surrounding risk in cash and voucher assistance (CVA).? ? Listen now and join the conversation: https://calp.net/3Zbfo1n? ? Karen Peachey #Podcast #CashAssistance #HumanitarianAid #RiskManagement #FraudPrevention #LocalLeadership #FinancialInclusion?
-
Congratulations Tom on your appointment, we welcome the priorities you set out in your arrival letter. We wish you all the best as you begin your work at this extraordinarily challenging time when, as you say, the humanitarian system is over-stretched, under-funded and under attack. Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) represents a powerful response to these challenges. The preferred modality for people facing crisis, it already makes up 23% of humanitarian assistance. Leveraging this platform and improving the quality, speed and efficiency of CVA offers a huge opportunity to drive change. We are committed to work with you to address the huge challenges ahead – please find our full letter here – https://calp.net/4hUMx8S
UN Humanitarian Chief Author: The Naked Diplomat, Ten Survival Skills for a World in Flux, The Ambassador, The Assassin. Ex Principal Hertford College (Oxford), UK Ambassador, No 10 Foreign Policy Adviser, NYU Prof.
Today I start my new job. Here is my arrival message: Dear Humanitarian Community, I am sending this from the airport, en route to NY. I am respectful of the task ahead, full of admiration for the work you do, and determined to support and serve you with kindness, curiosity and courage. My first priority in my initial period is to listen. The team will be sharing details of gatherings where I hope to learn from you, and questions I want to discuss. My first calls on taking office were to NGOs in Gaza and Sudan: the voices of those we serve will be at the heart of all we do. We have scheduled an early IASC. In these first weeks, I will spend over half my time in Africa and the Middle East. My aim is to maintain this rhythm of being present on the frontline. I will go anywhere, talk to anyone, to get the job done. My second priority in these early weeks is to ensure we are as efficient as we can be. We are overstretched, underfunded, under attack. We are here to keep people alive and provide protection. We must take on anything that is an obstacle to that, including where our own processes get in the way of delivering. I am grateful to Jan Egeland and Joyce Msuya for agreeing to lead a four-week mission to tackle unnecessary activity and bureaucracy. I have asked them for concrete proposals to get the system leaner and faster. As part of working together as a movement, I will launch the Global Humanitarian Overview in early December, showing where people are in greatest need: this will shape my priorities. I have asked my team to prepare a weekly Humanitarian Dashboard, highlighting the most significant crises on my desk, and the practical outcomes we seek. We will measure impact not just by funds raised or meetings held, but lives saved. My third priority is to be open and outspoken about the humanitarian values for which we are fighting. We must win afresh the argument for international solidarity. We must call time on the era of impunity: end attacks on civilians and aid workers; and hold perpetrators to account. We must call time on the era of indifference: support people in need, with resources and influence. I am not here to find new adjectives for the scale of the challenge, but to set out facts. I will share a weekly bulletin/video, to take the message to new partners and allies. My fourth priority is to explore how we can be more innovative and inclusive. I need your ideas on how we can be more representative of those we serve, and will be modeling this in the way we convene. I plan to recruit an adviser on the future, to explore how technology can enhance our humanitarian work, and where we can get better at anticipating the next crises. I will say more about this work in early 2025. I know from you that the system is at breaking point. But we will not let it break. I do not doubt how tough the work will be. But I start with hope, because our movement is strong and our cause is mighty. My best, Tom
-
-
?? As the crisis in Sudan impacts neighbouring countries, could cross-country collaboration in cash assistance make a difference?? ? In this recent blog by Amadou Diop and Sapenzie Ojiambo, they lay out how a regional, cross-border approach can boost the potential for more effective, people-centred aid.? ? Swipe through the slides below to find out more.? ? ?? Link to the full blog in the first comment.?
-
Could cash practitioners work more effectively with foundations? Holly Welcome Radice says "It is as if cashies are in one tent with the flaps closed tight; if you don’t speak our language, you cannot get in. However, some of those people outside our tent are vitally important to getting us closer to CVA’s potential of being?30-50%?of international humanitarian assistance. To close that gap, we will need to bring more, different and influential people into our CVA tent". CALP recently undertook a review of 40 foundations throughout the world to understand how much humanitarian CVA features in their work.?In this blog Holly reflects on the findings. Learn more here - https://lnkd.in/ebCV6XwQ
-
-
How will Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) continue to evolve in the Americas? ?? Our recent study ‘We Looked Back: Now Let’s Move Forward Humanitarian CVA in the Americas 2018–2023’ sheds light on emerging challenges, areas for growth, and strategic actions needed to sustain CVA’s impact over the next five years. The infographic below summarizes what’s coming, and the key steps that can help achieve CVA’s full potential in the region ??.?
-