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🆕New in the library 📚  Empowering Communities: Village Saving and Loan Associations (VSLAs) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Prevention in Southern Haiti     Haiti's economy has deteriorated since 2019 due to political instability, gang violence, socioeconomic crises, and natural disasters. With gangs reportedly controlling 90% of Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas, widespread insecurity has limited movement, harmed livelihoods, and exacerbated Gender-Based Violence (GBV), particularly affecting women in Sud Department as road blockages isolate communities.     From June to December 2023, CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort) piloted an integrated Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA) and GBV prevention initiative across five communes in Sud. The project established women’s VSLA-Protection groups, provided business and savings training, strengthened social networks, and raised GBV awareness. This brief shares insights and recommendations for scaling up integrated VSLA-GBV prevention efforts.  See this publication, and 2 others added to the library this week, by Acted Concern Worldwide COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale Danish Refugee Council / Dansk Flygtningehjælp IMPACT Initiatives European Union Norwegian Refugee Council Save the Children International in this week's round-up 👉 https://calp.net/3zm23pr  

Are you involved in cash and voucher assistance (CVA) programming? Rediscover this important 2019 resource on safeguarding children. This guidance from Save the Children International covers key considerations for keeping children safe throughout the CVA programme cycle – from preparedness to handover and closeout.  Key highlights of this tool: It addresses all types of CVA, including both conditional and unconditional cash grants and vouchers.  While primarily intended for emergency contexts, this tool is also relevant in non-emergency situations.  If child safeguarding and protection specialists are available, this tool should complement, not replace, their context-specific guidance.  Read it now 👉 https://calp.net/3YBAdTj 

When it comes to making Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) inclusive for people with disabilities, disability data plays a key role in three critical stages of the programme cycle.     💡 Can you guess the stages based on the use of disability data?    1️⃣ During the _______stage of the programme cycle, disability data is used to inform transfer modalities, deliver mechanisms and support measures.    2️⃣ At registration disability data is collected - this data can be used during the __________ stage of the programme cycle to ensure that assistance is directed to those who need it most.    3️⃣ During the _______stage of the programme cycle, data is tracked to ensure that the programme is working effectively and achieving equitable outcomes for persons with disabilities.    Drop your answers below and then slide right for the answers.      🖱️ Want to learn more?    The ‘Disability Inclusive CVA’ course provides practical entry points for how to run CVA programmes that respect the rights of persons with disabilities – based on good practices and the latest findings.   Enroll now to explore key topics like data disaggregation, managing extra costs and engaging with Organizations of Persons with Disabilities.   Check it out here: https://calp.net/3L1AozE 

How do we drive positive change in the humanitarian world?      It starts with a shift in mindset! 💡 In Episode 3.2 of CashCast, Dr. Kathryn T. highlights the challenge of overcoming linear thinking and embracing new approaches like cash assistance.      Listen now to hear Kathryn, and other experts Oliver May and Anna Kondakhchyan, discuss the importance of adaptability, courage, and a compelling vision for change. 🎧    https://calp.net/3UtWqjD     Karen Peachey #humanitarian #CVA #mindset #changemakers #cashtrasfers #podcast  

🆕New in the library 📚  Cash in Armed Conflict: Why cash remains the optimal solution as conflict escalates - A feasibility assessment of cash assistance in Lebanon Since September 2024, hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah have displaced over 1 million people in Lebanon. The response has prioritized in-kind aid for those in shelters, while efforts for others are still developing. A “cash-first” strategy is recommended in the Flash Appeal for areas where cash assistance is feasible. This report summarizes Mercy Corps’ October 2024 rapid assessment on the feasibility of cash assistance for displaced populations outside collective shelters. The assessment finds cash assistance both feasible and preferred by affected populations for its flexibility. Although disruptions occurred initially, markets have largely recovered, though hoarding has driven price increases for items like cereals and pulses. In areas hit by airstrikes, cash redemption is delayed, but demand for cash remains high. The main barrier to scaling the cash response is the lack of a secure identification and registration platform.   See this publication, and 4 others added to the library this week, by Arab Reform Initiative U-Learn Uganda International Cocoa Initiative 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

A new series of CashCast is on its way 🎉. Check out the trailer!  Over the next 5 weeks join us for a fresh episodes as our host interviews a wide range of guests. Together, we’ll dive into how change unfolds in the humanitarian sphere, with a particular focus on cash and voucher assistance. This includes looking at how to:  🔷Translate ideas into reality   🔷Change mindsets  🔷Adapt policies and processes  🔷Create new partnerships  🔷Deal with funding issues   🔷Manage risks    🎧 Listen in to the trailer for a sneak peek of what’s in store—we hope you’ll be listening! https://calp.net/4hjF82s 

We’re excited to share that CALP’s technical advisors, Céline Sinitzky Billard and Ruth McCormack are participating in the 12th Global Dialogue Platform 🌍 on Anticipatory Humanitarian Action in Berlin and online.    This year’s theme focuses on Mainstreaming Anticipatory Action: Collaboration in Complex Contexts. CALP will co-facilitate two sessions:    🌀 Day 1: Orbiting the 'Social Protection Solar System' for Anticipatory Action—exploring how linking social protection and anticipatory action can enhance climate risk management.   🌱 Day 2: Environment-Smart Anticipatory Action: Gaps, Practices, and Opportunities—diving into how humanitarian responses can minimize environmental impact and embrace eco-friendly practices, including the use of cash and voucher assistance.    Learn more about the event and explore the agenda: https://lnkd.in/g9JVj4ih    #GlobalDP Anticipation Hub

Curious about how Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) is evolving across the Americas? 🌎    Our latest study dives deep into the trends and innovations driving the rise of CVA in the region, from a 129% increase in funding to applications like gender-based violence response and adaptive social protection systems. ✨    It also addresses what CVA can look like in the next 5 years in the region.     Swipe through the slides below to explore key enablers and pivotal events.    Don't miss the full picture, check out the study ‘We Looked Back: Now Let’s Move Forward Humanitarian CVA in the Americas 2018–2023’: https://calp.net/3XSDCNf 

📢 Last week, USAID launched two new policy papers at an event last week, highlighting the benefits of cash in development programming: 1️⃣ Cost-Effectiveness Position Paper: Focuses on maximizing impact for every dollar spent by prioritizing cost-effectiveness in program design and implementation.   View here: https://calp.net/3Y66eBG    2️⃣ CVA Position Paper: Emphasizes CVA as a core element of USAID's development toolkit, supporting individuals and strengthening local markets. This flexible approach respects dignity and promotes efficient, localized solutions to development challenges.  View here: https://calp.net/3BJ84Rt    More about the event here: https://calp.net/489WNWd Dean Karlan, Han Sheng Chia, Caitlin Tulloch