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💡 Norway unveiled an ambitious humanitarian strategy:    Norway’s Humanitarian Strategy for 2024-2029, outlines a robust plan to address the escalating global humanitarian crisis. The strategy prioritises protecting civilians, combating hunger, and fostering a more effective humanitarian system. 🌍     Of particular interest is the strategy's emphasis on #innovativefinancing. Norway aims to bridge the funding gap and ensure a more sustainable humanitarian response, by exploring new financial models and partnerships 🤝     Highlights from the strategy document include:  🔸 A focus on protection - Safeguarding civilians, especially women, children, and the displaced, is a cornerstone of the strategy.  🔸 Combatting hunger - Recognising the urgency of food crises, Norway commits to strengthening efforts to prevent and respond to hunger.  🔸 Comprehensive approach - Integrating humanitarian aid with peacebuilding, development, and climate action for sustainable solutions.  🔸 Local leadership - Empowering local communities and organisations to lead the response.  🔸 Innovation and efficiency - Leveraging technology and new partnerships to enhance aid delivery.    This strategy underscores Norway's commitment to global welfare and positions the country as a leader in humanitarian action. 🚀     Find the full document here: https://lnkd.in/gwyjbF4u     #Norway #humanitarianstrategy #innovativefinance #humanitarianfinancing #impactfinancing #development #peacebuilding #climateaction #humanitarianinnovativefinance 

🌍 The Global Humanitarian Overview 2025 reveals the immense scale of humanitarian needs worldwide. Here's what you need to know: ➡️ People in Need: 305 million globally will require urgent assistance. ➡️ People Targeted: Humanitarian efforts aim to reach 189.5 million individuals. ➡️ Funding Needs: $47.4 billion is required to support operations across 72 countries. Conflict & Climate Change are fuelling humanitarian crises. ▪️ Violations against children are at unprecedented levels: - In Gaza, more women and children were killed in the past year than in any equivalent period over the past two decades. - In Ukraine, at least 16 children are killed or injured weekly since February 2022. ▪️ Climate chaos intensifies: - 2024 is set to be the hottest year ever, with floods, droughts, and heatwaves disrupting food systems. - Over 65% of agricultural economic damages in the past 15 years are tied to droughts, worsening food insecurity. 🗺️Regional Snapshot - Southern & Eastern Africa: 85M in need | $11.9B required - Middle East & North Africa: 59M in need | $15.9B required - West & Central Africa: 57M in need | $7.6B required - Asia & the Pacific: 55M in need | $5.1B required - Latin America & the Caribbean: 34M in need | $3.6B required - Europe: 15M in need | $3.3B required ❌Challenges - Underfunding: the average duration of a humanitarian plan/appeal is now 10+ years, with some ongoing for over 20 years. - Security and access: Humanitarian workers face increasing violence and bureaucratic barriers. 📢Achievements Despite Adversity - In 2024, 116 million people received vital humanitarian aid. 🔗 Explore the full report and interactive content: humanitarianaction.info #HumanitarianAid #GlobalSolidarity #ClimateAction

🔴The dedicated interview in the latest VOICE Out Loud features Dr Michael Koehler, Grand Bargain Ambassador, who provides an insightful analysis on the transformative potential of #AnticipatoryAction (AA) in humanitarian aid. Michael Koehler discusses the vision behind launching the Caucus on Scaling up Anticipatory Action and how it aims to reshape the landscape of #humanitarian response. Koehler elaborates on the importance of securing funding commitments to enhance coordinated AA and the specific challenges involved in achieving this goal. He emphasises the need for a #paradigm shift towards a proactive humanitarian approach that includes diverse forms of aid funding, reliance on #local knowledge, and improved cooperation with development, #climate action, and peacebuilding efforts. The interview highlights the critical role of localisation and leadership by local actors in AA. Koehler advocates for a more inclusive approach, ensuring that local organisations are integral to AA planning and implementation. He underscores the necessity of engaging a broad range of #stakeholders to foster a unified approach towards anticipatory measures. Read the full interview to gain valuable insights into the future of humanitarian aid and the strategic priorities for scaling up Anticipatory Action. 🔽🔽🔽

The Australian Council for International Development’s Humanitarian Reference Group has reviewed the Australian Government’s New Humanitarian Policy. The takeaway: it has promise, but now requires significant resourcing of DFAT, further work to coordinate and manage the ever growing nexus between humanitarian and development challenges across whole of government, and of course funding- to meet the growing, overlapping, complex challenges we face. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/g6wPhaQ9

Another great article by Damian Lilly on what is I think easily one of the two most fundamental questions facing humanitarian action today: what makes a crisis a humanitarian crisis, and what is the added value of humanitarian action in addressing that crisis? We can no longer afford to duck that issue, particularly now the world is entering into a very unstable and unsettling and perhaps even dark phase. (The other big question being: how can humanitarian actors ensure its acceptance and credibility in a world which is no longer dominated by its traditional Western paymasters).

Australia's new #humanitarian policy was launched yesterday - here are our thoughts on how we can address the massive humanitarian needs facing us today. https://lnkd.in/gmuwkPqz

On World Humanitarian Day, we honor the bravery and dedication of humanitarian workers who risk their lives to bring relief and hope to those in crisis. As global challenges escalate, the need for resilient communities and peacebuilding efforts has never been more urgent. Let's #ActForHumanity and work together towards a more just and peaceful world. Read more insights from our Country Director Dr. Prabin Manandhar on this important day." #WorldHumanitarianDay #HumanityInAction https://lnkd.in/g2yQDkAa

Global Humanitarian Overview 2024, August Update - Key facts to note 1. The 2024 Global Humanitarian Overview (GHO) requires $49 billion to assist 186.6 million of the people in need across 73 countries through 43 coordinated response plans. 2. More than $2.2 billion was reported during the month of August, bringing total reported GHO funding to $14.5 billion. This is $1.36 billion or eight per cent less compared to the same time last year. 3. Coverage of appeal requirements has reached 30 per cent, although 30 response plans are below the funding average. 4. The gap between the financial requirements and funding currently stands at more than $34.5 billion. For the most recent figures, please visit Coordinated plans 2024 | Financial Tracking Service : https://lnkd.in/dnZuqPDu

🌍 Over the past decade, humanitarian emergencies have surged in number, size, and severity. This has placed unprecedented strain on the international aid system, which struggles to keep pace with the financial and human resources needed for effective response. Compounding the challenge, humanitarian work has become increasingly perilous for aid workers, who often face violations of international humanitarian law meant to protect them. A recent analysis from The Wilson Center Quarterly confronts these escalating humanitarian needs, emphasizing the urgent requirement for innovative solutions and stronger global cooperation. As we witness growing conflicts, climate crises, and economic instabilities, the need for a robust, responsive humanitarian system has never been more critical. Let's advocate for and work towards a humanitarian system that not only meets the demands of today but is resilient enough to address the challenges of tomorrow. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gTJAkfmX

Key takeaways from the UN’s “ruthless” aid blueprint for 2025 https://ow.ly/npMT50UqnNn Global Humanitarian Overview 2025 https://ow.ly/GvBo50UqnNu