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We’re proud to reflect on the recently concluded Cash Localisation Pilot in Romania, part of the #CollectiveInitiatives program led by ACTION CONTRE LA FAIM (Action Against Hunger) in collaboration with CCD. 🤝 This pilot aimed to strengthen the capacity of local Romanian NGOs to deliver Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) to Ukrainian refugees. Using a cascading model and a Trainer of Trainers approach, Action Against Hunger and CCD, along with BRCT SUCEAVA / RO-UA Cross Border Cooperation Regional Office, offered tailored mentorship to three local NGOs—Bucovina Institute Association, Asociația din Suflet la Zâmbet, and Fundația Ucrainenilor Huțuli din România. This experience led to valuable partnerships and provided crucial insights into the challenges and successes of locally-led humanitarian responses. 🌟 As we reflect on the accomplishments of the Romania Cash Localisation Pilot, we express our sincere appreciation to all partners involved. The lessons learned from this experience will be invaluable as we continue to refine our approaches and support locally-led humanitarian efforts. 🌏 You can check out our review of the Romania Cash Localisation Pilot here: https://lnkd.in/euhgeR4Q This work was funded by the Disasters Emergency Committee Ukraine response.💙💛 #HumanitarianAid #CashAssistance #Localisation #CollectiveInitiatives #Romania #Ukraine #CVA #MPCA

One of the main obstacles to connecting humanitarian cash to social protection in Ukraine has been the failure to make use of local NGO experiences in engaging with social protection departments and identifying the most vulnerable individuals.⚠ To address this, CCD hosted a two-day workshop on 7-8 August in Kyiv, with over 30 in-person participants from national and local NGOs/civil society organisaions, and additional attendees joining online via YouTube. 💻 The workshop included presentations on linking social protection with humanitarian cash and introduced a new practical tool developed by CCD – the Social Protection Calculator. 💡 The workshop not only facilitated collaborative learning but also provided a unique opportunity for local NGOs to enhance their strategies for designing CVA programs with a social protection lens. Furthermore, CCD received valuable feedback from local NGOs on their social protection-humanitarian linkages analysis and the Social Protection Benefits Calculator, aiding in the continuous improvement of social protection analysis tools. 📊 #SocialProtection #HumanitarianAid #Ukraine #CVA #Localisation Image: Clara Decamps, Nino Khokhobaia and Tania Shvets at the workshop.

This week, UNICEF Ukraine, #PeReHID, and the CCD Network successfully concluded the 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐬 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦, focused on leveraging Ukraine's social protection system in humanitarian cash transfer programs. The forum wrapped up with a dynamic brainstorming session on coverage gaps and the potential impact of social protection systems, facilitated by Clara Decamps from the CCD Network. 💡🤝 We’re excited about the potential for structured collaboration to address these critical issues! 🌍✨ #Humanitarian #CashTransfers #SRSP #ShockResponsiveSocialProtection #LessonsLearnt #Ukraine

Kudos to the Ukrainian Education Platform for hosting the remarkable Country of Responsible Communities forum in Lviv! 🌟 We’re thrilled to see over 100 participants come together to celebrate and strengthen the incredible work being done by local organisations across Ukraine. 👏 Through the CCD #CollectiveInitiatives programme, Folkekirkens Nødhjælp (DanChurchAid) partnered with UEP to implement social initiatives across the country. Beyond the immediate impact, the project’s true value lies in strengthening the organisational capacity of local NGOs—equipping them with the skills and tools to sustain and grow their vital work. Well done to everyone involved in making this a success! #CommunityEmpowerment #LocalLeadership #CapacityBuilding #Ukraine

Exciting discussions at Ukraine’s Humanitarian and Social Protection Nexus Forum this week! Exploring ways to seamlessly integrate humanitarian assistance with existing social protection systems. We are proud to co-host this important event with UNICEF, #PeReHID Initiative’s Technical Assistance Facility. 👇

On 4th July 2024, we had the incredible opportunity to bring together civil society organisations from Kherson, Mykolaiv, Odesa, and Zaporizhzhia regions for a dynamic Matchmaking event. Organised in partnership with National Network of Local Philanthropy Development and Right to Protection, this event was a significant step towards fostering productive and equitable partnerships between local organizations, international NGOs, and donors.   Event Highlights:   ✨ **Local Talks:** We heard inspiring stories from local organisations tackling pressing issues and driving community development.   🗣️ **Panel Discussions:** Engaging dialogues on resilience through localisation processes and the future of locally-led cash assistance in Southern Ukraine took centre stage. CCD hosted the panel on CVA, where CCD LNGO CoP members highlighted their challenges, opportunities, coordination platforms and future outlook.   🤝 **Networking:** The event featured 4 hours of valuable networking and matchmaking, fostering connections and potential collaborations between local NGOs/civil society organisations and international actors.   **Key Takeaways:**   🔑 Emphasized the importance of open communication between local organisations and international partners.   🔑 Provided new insights into the challenges and opportunities within the regions.   🔑 Highlighted exciting prospects for long-term partnerships that can drive meaningful change.   Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of this event!  #localisation #matchmaking #Ukraine #CVA #EquitablePartnerships

Last month, Save the Children International (Ukraine) hosted a valuable lessons learnt event in Dnipro to wrap up the cash localisation pilot as part of the Collective Initiatives programme. 🌍 It was inspiring to see the representatives of local NGOs, Posmishka, Slavic Heart, and Station Kharkiv join the event in person and share their experiences of delivering Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) to the local communities. 🤝 We say a big thank you to the local partners for their perseverance in delivering cash assistance to the most vulnerable community members and their dedication to the programme despite many challenges. 🙌 This important work is made possible by the generous funding from the Disasters Emergency Committee Ukraine response for the Collective Initiatives programme. 🌟 Thank you to Roman Savenko and Yelyzaveta Mordan for making this a success! #MPCA #Ukraine #HumanitarianAid #CollectiveInitiatives #CashLocalisation #Localisation

Exciting insights from the latest workshop for CCD Local NGO Community of Practice (CoP) on 'Navigating Taxation of Cash Assistance in Ukraine. 👇 This event brought together key representatives from the Cash Working Group (CWG) Ukraine, including Oleksandr Malukalo, Co-Chair of CWG, and Daryna Tolkach, Senior Government Liaison Advisor at UN OCHA in Ukraine. Participants had the opportunity to share their experiences and explore two critical cases: 1️⃣ Beneficiaries losing utility subsidies after receiving taxed cash assistance. 2️⃣ The tax authority's position on requiring proof that beneficiaries used cash assistance as intended/initially targeted. This workshop provided a valuable platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange, addressing the significant challenges in the field of cash assistance taxation. The discussions and insights gained will help Local NGOs refine their approaches and better support the communities they serve. 🙌 Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to work towards effective solutions for cash assistance in Ukraine through CCD NGO CoP. We value your participation and encourage you to join us in our future events. Our CoP, in partnership with R2P, currently unites 26 members. Please join us via the following registration link: https://lnkd.in/e6vaP_h7

Yesterday, CCD attended the Disasters Emergency Committee webinar, which focused on cash and collaboration and emphasised the Ukraine response. 🌎 The session featured insightful presentations and discussions from organisations such as CCD, Key Aid Consulting, and Ground Truth Solutions. 💡 It was an excellent opportunity to engage with industry experts and explore innovative collaboration and cash management strategies. 🗣 It was great to have the CCD Shared Services Hub present alongside distinguished organisations at the DEC Cash & Collaboration webinar. 👏 #DEC #CashManagement #Collaboration

The Disasters Emergency Committee will host an online event on 18th June 2024 focusing on the connected themes of cash and collaboration within the Ukraine response. https://lnkd.in/g5kVQc_B The online event will feature in-depth presentations and discussions, highlighting innovative approaches and insights from key players in the field: CCD Network , Key Aid Consulting and Ground Truth Solutions. The event is an opportunity to engage with experts, share knowledge, and explore innovative strategies for effective collaboration and cash management. This is an online only event. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eXDtUSwU We look forward to seeing you there!