Resourcing Refugee Leadership Initiative’s Post

Here's the annual report of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC Capacity Building Fund, which supports Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies to increase the scale, quality and sustainability of their humanitarian services.

We generate data on the impact of Refugee Led Organizations (RLOs) in order to combat dominant, inaccurate and harmful narratives of RLOs as small, unstructured, or primarily implementers. We aim to further bolster data through case study development of our grantee partners, and partnerships with academic institutions to track increases to RLO funding over time. Learn more: 🔗https://ow.ly/29Pz50SJWZN #RefugeesLead

The ultimate yardstick for success in a humanitarian project is not determined by the magnitude of our ambitions and promises, but rather by the tangible and meaningful impact we achieve in improving the lives of the most vulnerable individuals and communities.

In every humanitarian context, the SEADS principles provide a robust framework for effective action: 1️⃣ Use livelihood-based programming: Empower communities by supporting sustainable economic activities. 2️⃣ Adopt a participatory approach: Involve affected populations in all stages of crisis response. 3️⃣ Commit to preparedness & early action: Anticipate and address needs proactively. By embracing these principles, we can create more resilient and self-sufficient communities. #HumanitarianAid #CommunityEmpowerment #SustainableDevelopment

Learn how Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization (IMPO) is integrating transportation and community resiliency. 🔑 Understanding current trends and practices in resiliency and sustainability is key to positioning your agency well for PROTECT grants or other funding opportunities. 💡 In this discussion, Sarah Windmiller shares how our partners at IMPO are conducting a resiliency snapshot and a vulnerability assessment of the region to understand its ability to recover from and mitigate major natural or economic shocks. Sarah will also discuss how this work can help your agency develop a Resilience Improvement Plan (RIP) to secure grant funding. Check out our blog on integrating resilience and developing an RIP: https://hubs.la/Q02tl6K90

📣 ANNOUNCING THE NEW GSC STRATEGY FRAMEWORK 📣 The Global Shelter Cluster is excited to present the validated framework for its 2024-2028 strategy. This comprehensive framework, developed with input from numerous stakeholders and informed by past strategies, serves as a guide for GSC partners. Driven by the Global Shelter Cluster Strategic Advisory Group, it reflects a collective vision for strengthening humanitarian shelter and settlement action. This aspirational strategy identifies bold strategic priorities requiring focused attention from all partners. It aims to direct the coordination and programming efforts of members in policy and operations at global, regional, and national levels. The strategy will be central to discussions at the upcoming 2024 GSC Annual Meeting, where we will delve into these priorities and reflect on ways forward. An accompanying narrative document will soon be available for review by cluster partners. To read the strategy framework, visit https://lnkd.in/gAp6i5ct or click below.

The Pacific Islands Development Program at the East-West Center was honored to host a visit by Pacific Community-SPC Director of the Human Rights and Social Development (HRSD) Division Miles Young and EWC President Suzanne Puanani Vares-Lum. Building on a history of collaboration, the East-West Center, Pacific Islands Development Program, and Pacific Community currently partner on PROJECT Governance. PROJECT Governance is a five-year, US $20 million partnership between USAID and the Blue Pacific Alliance focused on strengthening democratic institutions and promoting sound, just, and responsive governance in the Pacific. Learn more about PROJECT Governance: projectgov.org #CROPCollaboration #OneCROP #PIDPInTheRegion #PROJECTGovernance

In volatile areas, effective conflict resolution for humanitarian work emphasizes three key techniques: 1) Inclusive Dialogue and Mediation: engaging local leaders and stakeholders to foster trust and collective problem-solving; 2) Conflict-Sensitive Programming: which minimizes unintended harm by integrating community perspectives into all project stages; 3) Building Local Capacity: empowering local actors to manage disputes and sustain peace efforts. These approaches enhance impartiality and respect community dynamics, ensuring interventions are both culturally relevant and sustainable.

Acted Canada is a proud part of the 23 member organizations of The Civil Society Policy Advisory Group. Since its establishment, the CPAG’s work program included drafting implementation plans for the 9 pillars of the CSO policy and preparation of high-level narrative updates on progress. Following the dialogue, the CPAG reflected on the need to renew civil society participation and develop clear priorities and ways of working. This ensuring strong CSO representation, and ensuring the CPAG offers a space to: build relationships and partnerships; identify priorities and address emerging trends in international cooperation, relevant for the CSO policy; support Canada’s advancement of the 2021 DAC Recommendation on Enabling Civil Society in Development Co-operation and Humanitarian Assistance (the DAC Recommendation); and offer opportunities for meaningful discussion. Together, we're working for meaningful change and a sustainable future for communities worldwide.

EBRD Civil Society Engagement Approach 2024-2029 is out! I’m glad to lead the preparation of this strategic document under the leadership of Olena Koval and to work in collaboration with Civil Society Engagement colleagues, particularly Eirini Christodoulaki, Cristina Buzasu and Illia Borovynskyi. In the next 5 years, we aim to pursue four objectives: (i) supporting and engaging with #civilsociety via meaningful mechanisms, (ii) responding to #globalcrises where they affect EBRD regions by engaging with civil society, (iii) developing a safe and open #civicspace and (iv) strengthening the Bank’s internal incentives for civil society engagement, effectiveness and accountability. https://lnkd.in/d2QaZ5hv