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One week left to sign up for this important event, don’t miss out 👇https://calp.net/4eF042D    We’ll be joined by really interesting speakers including Danielle Mutone-Smith, PhD, Kate Hart, Innocent Tshilombo, Nabeh Laham and Karen Peachey.     This is an important moment for the ‘Policy Dialogue on CVA’, an initiative working to forge a new collective vision for the future of Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA).      This gathering aims to build collective awareness of the community's perspectives on locally-led CVA, encourage reflection and feedback, and identify areas of consensus and divergence. The feedback will be used to refine the key recommendations of the Policy Dialogue.    We hope to see you there. 

Are you interested in Disability Inclusive Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) 🎓? If so, we are running two live sessions that are open to those who have completed our recently launched learning course on this topic. By joining the live sessions, you will: 🔹 Learn more about Disability Inclusive cash and voucher assistance 🔹 Exchange experiences and challenges with peers. 🔹 Share your plans and strategies. 🔹 Discover valuable resources for your daily work. 🔹 Ask questions and engage in meaningful discussions. 🔹 Participate in a 'clinic' session for joint problem-solving and innovation. 📅 Save the Dates: 27 August and 3 September 2024 at 🕒 8:00 Washington DC / 14:00 Geneva / 19:00 Bangkok. Please note that attendance to both sessions is required, and spaces are limited, so please make sure to apply by 29 July 2024: https://calp.net/3VOHDAf Remember – you will need to complete the Disability Inclusive Cash and Voucher Assistance E-Learning Course first before you can apply to attend the two live sessions. These sessions are organized by CBM Global Disability Inclusion, Humanity & Inclusion (HI) and the CALP Network, with contributions from Women Challenged to Challenge Kenya. #DisabilityInclusion #CVA #HumanitarianAssistance #ProfessionalDevelopment #LiveSessions #InclusiveHumanitarianAction

🆕New in the library 📚  IOM Cash-Based Interventions: Annual Report and Case Studies 2023     In recent years, IOM - UN Migration has focused on enhancing cash-based interventions (CBI) in line with the Grand Bargain commitments and the IOM CBI Strategy 2022–2026. In 2023, IOM expanded CBI to empower aid recipients and strengthen resilience, reaching nearly 4 million people in 112 countries, a 49% increase from 2022. CBI made up about 14% of IOM's total assistance.  CBI use extended beyond emergency response to various contexts, including development, return, reintegration, and recovery. It was implemented in 51 emergency settings and 61 other settings, with 92% of aid recipients in emergency response contexts. The IOM CBI Annual Report and Case Studies 2023 provides detailed insights, featuring case studies from 41 missions and focusing on areas like disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation, livelihoods and multipurpose cash assistance. It also highlights regional responses to crises in Afghanistan, Ukraine, Venezuela, Sudan and Syria.  See this publication, and 2 others added to the library this week, by Mercy Corps Acted CARE Plan International International Rescue Committee Norwegian Refugee Council IMPACT Initiatives Concern Worldwide Danish Refugee Council / Dansk Flygtningehjælp in this week's round-up 👉 https://calp.net/3zm23pr 

Cash and voucher assistance has been a crucial part of humanitarian response. However, there are concerns about whether this assistance is reaching people with diverse SOGIESC (Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity/Expression, and Sex Characteristics), also known as LGBTIQ+ individuals. These communities face distinct challenges due to systemic discrimination, such as loss of informal sector work, inability to access support without ID cards or sufficient funds for mobile phones, and increased risk of gender-based violence. Rediscover this 2021 publication by @Edge Effect and @Australian Aid to better understand the gaps and explore actionable steps for ensuring that cash-based assistance reaches and supports LGBTIQ+ communities effectively.  Read it now 👉 https://calp.net/4ckJy63 

Last week, CALP Network, in collaboration with the Flagship Initiative and Cash Working Group Philippines, held the CALP Course CVA Skills for Programme Staff Training in Legazpi City, Philippines. The event brought together over 20 participants from local organizations, INGOs, the Red Cross and Red Crescent movement, and UN agencies. This training is part of CALP's involvement in the ERC Flagship Initiative in the Philippines. I was delighted with the successful conclusion of the training! I’ve seen how the sessions and engaging discussions elicited impactful plans. By mid-week, a participant from a provincial disaster management office expressed their intention to institutionalize #CVA programming in their province — a significant step towards #locally-led CVA initiatives! This is also a crucial step in using CVA as a tool to save lives and build resiliency. I must say that this outcome exceeded our expectations for the training. Many thanks to the generous support of USAID - Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance for making this initiative possible. We also extend our big thanks to the our lead trainer Juergen Mika, and to the amazing co-facilitators Rhina C. and Menchie Lacson who will be CALP-certified trainers soon! Michael Belaro, Joe Curry Manja Vidic, Oliver Westerman

Why has cash assistance surprised the experts in Gaza? Manal Shehade, CALP’s Deputy Regional Representative in the Middle East and North Africa, unpacks some of the reasons. Full blog here 👉 https://calp.net/45SrTjZ

Did you know there's an 85% chance that the Atlantic hurricane season will be more active than normal this year? Evidence shows that cash and voucher assistance is an effective means of preparing and responding to hurricanes. Slide ➡️below to discover 3 actions you can take to prepare during the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season with CVA. Check out the blog to access all the relevant tools and resources - https://calp.net/3W6rG9F

The CALP Network’s annual survey 2023 results have been published, showing how CALP supports and empowers the community. Here are some highlights:  🌍 Conducted in 4 languages, we received 259 responses—a 25% increase from last year.  📈 92% reported increased knowledge and skills for CVA programmes. 🌟 93% agreed we influence the identification and response to emerging trends.  🤝 90% felt engaged with CALP, up from 74% last year.  📚 98% found our training courses beneficial for delivering quality CVA.  💡 98% said our resources improve CVA programme quality.   Thank you for your valuable feedback! We will continue to work to improve our support.    For more insights, check out the full survey results👇  https://calp.net/4eoeunH

🆕New in the library 📚  Targeting in Protracted Crises: Nigeria case study     📊 This case study on Nigeria by Institute of Development Studies examines conflict, violence and insecurity using General Household Survey data from 2010 to 2019. It analyzes trends in poverty, food insecurity, shocks, and coping strategies among different population groups, particularly those affected by Boko Haram and herder-farmer conflicts. It models various targeting approaches for social assistance programmes, assessing their performance and trade-offs. It also evaluates the infrastructure needed to implement these approaches. The study concludes with a discussion on the key considerations for selecting targeting criteria in social assistance programmes. See this publication, and 7 others added to the library this week, by Plan International Women's Refugee Commission UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency World Food Programme UK Aid Direct Oxford Policy Management University of Oxford University of Warsaw COAR Global in this week's round-up 👉 https://calp.net/3zm23pr  

💡 What is “Disability Inclusion in CVA Programming", and what does it involve?  Scroll through the slides below to find out more. If you liked this, you can now further deepen your understanding of disability inclusion in CVA by enrolling in the first ever e-learning course on this topic 👉 https://calp.net/4aNbJt2 AFRICAN DISABILITY FORUM (ADF) CBM Global Disability Inclusion