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
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We particularly agree with point 5! ????
Executive Director, ICVA I am proactive in fostering collaboration, advocating for humanitarian causes, and ensuring effective coordination among member organisations for impactful and ethical humanitarian efforts.
We can move beyond endless discussions and start implementing long-overdue changes in the humanitarian sector. The system isn’t “broken,” but it is outdated, inefficient, and resistant to necessary reform.
How is the funding crisis affecting Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) in West and Central Africa? ?? ?? https://calp.net/3Dt2ioj With humanitarian needs rising due to conflict, climate shocks, and economic instability, the US government provided over 50% of funding for major crises in the region in 2024. Now, as resources shrink, millions who rely on CVA for survival face uncertainty. What’s at stake? ?? In DRC, where US funding covered 60% of humanitarian aid, critical programs are at risk. ?? In Chad, home to over a million refugees from Sudan, nearly half of aid came from the US. ?? Across the region, 75% of food security and 73% of nutrition programs relied on US support. Mirko Tommasi explores urgent adaptations to continue reaching people with CVA, from smarter targeting—ensuring the most vulnerable receive support while making resources stretch further—to stronger partnerships that integrate CVA into national social protection systems. Amongst other suggestions, the blog also highlights the need for innovative delivery mechanisms, such as digital payments and e-vouchers, to reduce costs and maintain assistance even in restricted environments. How can we maximize impact in this challenging landscape? Let’s discuss. #HumanitarianAid #CVA #WestAfrica #FundingCuts #CashAssistance
How are you incorporating generative AI into your work?? What challenges or concerns do you have about AI adoption? ?? ? ? ??? We’re collaborating with PoliSync and other leading nonprofits to develop a free-to-access webinar series launching in mid-April—designed to support nonprofits in using AI effectively and responsibly.? ? The webinars will explore:? ? Navigating risks and fears? ? Unlocking opportunities to drive impact, efficiency, and social good? ? Feeling empowered to use these tools responsibly.? ? To help us tailor the agenda to you, we’d love to have your input via a short survey — closing in one week (Tuesday 1 April). ? ?? Complete the survey here: https://lnkd.in/exxf-cB3 ? ? ? #AIforGood #Nonprofits #GenerativeAI #AITraining #nonprofitTech #GenAI #AIforSocialGood #InternationalAffairs #SustainableDevelopment #SDGs #HumanitarianAid #Sustainability?
Want to strengthen the link between humanitarian assistance and social protection? ?? The SPIAC-B Working Group has developed 9 principles to guide practitioners in applying best practices at the country level.? ? Swipe through the slides below for a quick snapshot??.? ? For more details, the Tipsheets offer:? ? Practical guidance for implementing the principles? ? Key considerations for balancing humanitarian needs with inclusive & shock-responsive SP systems? ? Real-world examples & useful resources.? ? ?? Download now and start applying the principles: https://lnkd.in/dRsEdkDs? ?? socialprotection.org? #SocialProtection #HumanitarianAssistance #ShockResponsiveSP #SPIACB #HDPnexus?
??New in the library ??? Cash Waves: Transformative pathways to resilience and well-being in cash and voucher programming in the Middle East and Eastern Europe This research by World Vision Middle East & Eastern Europe's in partnership with Qualisus Consulting, explores the broader impact of CVA on:? ?? Mental health & psychosocial well-being? ?? Livelihood resilience? ?? Community cohesion? ?? Gender equality & social inclusion (GESI)? ?? Child well-being. Guided by five key research questions, the study uncovers how CVA programmes can be optimized to strengthen gender equality, enhance child well-being, and improve resilience, particularly for women and children. It also tackles complex areas like the relationship between CVA and gender-based violence (GBV)—an issue with mixed findings in past research.? See this publication, and 3 others added to the library this week, by NORCAP - part of the Norwegian Refugee Council International Cocoa Initiative?in this week's round-up ?? https://calp.net/3zm23pr??
Did you know that the CALP Network offers free online courses to help you strengthen your cash and voucher assistance (CVA) skills? Whether you're new to CVA or looking to refine your expertise, our e-learning courses cover a range of key topics, including: ? CVA – The Fundamentals ? Linking Social Protection with Humanitarian CVA ? Market-Based Programming in Emergencies ? Disability-Inclusive CVA ? Core CVA Skills for Programme Staff And that's just for starters! With humanitarian needs rising and resources stretched, strong CVA programming is more important than ever, allowing us to do more with less. It's effective, efficient, and usually preferred by people in crisis. By strengthening your CVA skills, you can help make humanitarian assistance more impactful, and prepare yourself for future challenges. Swipe through the slides to learn more about some our most popular courses, and start learning today ??. Or go directly to - https://lnkd.in/eWVATSp4
How are US funding cuts affecting cash and voucher assistance (CVA) in the Middle East and North Africa? ?? ??https://calp.net/3Dt2ioj Rana Nassar, CALP’s Regional Representative in MENA, unpacks the impact in light of past funding patterns. For example, the US government provided 52% of CVA funding for northwest Syria (2022-24) and 40% for Yemen (2024). She breaks down the consequences of these cuts: ?? In Gaza, even in active conflict, cash assistance was one of the first humanitarian responses. ?? In Lebanon, many people returning to destroyed homes and villages will struggle to recover from the shocks of war. ?? In Syria, local organizations warn of increased reliance on negative coping mechanisms like child labour and early marriage, as well as damage to local markets. ?? In Egypt and Libya, organizations were already struggling to meet the needs of refugees. Despite the enormous challenges, the blog explores key solutions: engaging non-traditional donors, strengthening locally-led responses, and pushing for flexible funding. Please do share any comments or questions below. #HumanitarianAid #CVA #MENA #FundingCuts #CashAssistance
With more and more 'cash bans' observed in the Sahel (and further afield) how can we respond? This is the topic of CALP's latest report ??https://calp.net/3XQ8eyj? Context: Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) is one of the most effective ways to support people in crisis – offering ????????????, ?????????????? ?????? ???????????????? ????????????. Yet, increasing restrictions limit its use in the Sahel region, where ???????? ????.?? ?????????????? ???????????? need humanitarian aid.? Our latest research unpacks the ?????????? ?????? ?????????????? behind these restrictions – including ???????????????? ????????????????, ???????????????????????????? ???? ??????, ?????? ???????????????? ????????????????????????-???????????????????? ?????????????????? – and provides ???????????????????? ?????????????????? to safeguard assistance.? ?? ???????????????????? ???? ??????: Strengthening partnerships with authorities, increasing awareness of CVA’s impact, and promoting development-oriented programmes, including stronger links to social protection systems.? ??? ???????????????? ???????? ???????? ??????????: Leveraging the flexibility of CVA, exploring alternative modalities, using technology for transparency, and enhancing coordination to maintain aid delivery.? Ensuring ?????????????????????????? ???????????????????????? ???????????????????? requires collective action. Let’s work together to overcome barriers and keep CVA accessible to those who need it.? ?? We hope that you find the report useful, please share any thoughts in the comments below.? #CashTransfers #HumanitarianAid #CVA #SahelCrisis #AidEffectiveness #HumanitarianPolicy?
How are funding cuts affecting cash and voucher assistance (CVA) in the Americas? ?? ?? https://calp.net/3Dt2ioj Holly Welcome Radice, CALP’s Regional Representative for the region, breaks it down in the first post of our new regional blog series. Before the cuts, CVA in the Americas was on a sharp rise—growing 129% between 2018 and 2023 and reaching millions across 20+ countries and territories. But with 68% of humanitarian funding in 2024 coming from the US Government, reductions are hitting hard. Despite the challenges, Holly offers both a reality check and a rallying cry: “We cannot define ourselves based on what we lack, but instead, by what we have.” One of the region’s biggest strengths? Its sheer ‘scrappiness’ ??. Read the full blog for honest insights and reasons to stay hopeful. #CashTransfers #HumanitarianAid #CVA #TheAmericas
The CALP network welcomes the ERC’s ambition to ‘shift towards cash-transfer programming where possible’. ? Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher released a message to the humanitarian community this week. The message called for a ‘humanitarian reset’ to reimagine how we work, find new sources of funding, build?fresh arguments and allies, coordinate more nimbly and fight back on behalf of the people we serve. He set out three strategic priorities:? ? ??The best possible crisis response with the resources we have? ?? Urgent work to reform and reimagine how we work? ?? A shift of power to humanitarian leaders in country, and the people we serve.? ? At CALP we believe cash is the future. It speaks directly to the ERC’s strategic priorities:? ? ??Cash and voucher assistance is cost efficient?–?in short it enables us to save more lives with fewer resources.?Evidence consistently supports this?–?with one study in Ethiopia and Somalia showing cash transfers to be between 25 and 30 per cent more cost-efficient than in-kind assistance. And that is before we get to the multiplier effects on local economies. ? ? ?? Cash has always challenged siloes. It provides a springboard for re-imagining how we can work towards a leaner, faster, more locally-led system that embraces digital innovation, new sources of funding, decentralised coordination, and is better linked to other forms of assistance. ? ? ?? Cash is (usually) the way?people in crisis prefer to receive support – it is the ultimate people-centred response, shifting power from aid givers to recipients. ?It upholds choice and dignity for people in crisis, ensuring they have the agency to make decisions based on their specific needs and circumstances.? ? Despite all the opportunities cash offers, the prevailing politics, incentives and perceptions threaten to knock cash off-course (see CALP’s recent report on ‘US Funding Freeze – Estimating the impact on CVA volumes in humanitarian response’). Strong leadership and decisive collective action are critical to protect the progress we have made. ?? ? As a cash community, we also need to challenge ourselves on the way we ‘do cash’ and look at where we can simplify and streamline the terminologies, methodologies, systems and structures that have built up over time so we can unleash the full power of cash. #HumanitarianAid #USAID #ForeignAid #AidCuts #GlobalDevelopment #FundingCrisis #NGOs #Nonprofits #CrisisResponse #FutureOfAid #FundUSAID,?#HumanitarianCrisis,?#DefendAid, #Devex