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CALP Network[edit]

The CALP Network is a global partnership of humanitarian actors engaged in policy, practice, and research related to cash and voucher assistance (CVA) in humanitarian contexts. The network aims to improve the quality and scale of CVA to enhance the effectiveness of humanitarian responses.

History[edit]

The CALP Network was established in response to the growing recognition of the importance of cash and voucher assistance in humanitarian aid. Over the years, it has evolved to become a leading platform for knowledge sharing, capacity building, and advocacy in the field of CVA.

Objectives[edit]

The primary objectives of the CALP Network include:

Advocacy: Promoting the use of cash and voucher assistance as a standard practice in humanitarian responses.
Capacity Building: Providing training and resources to humanitarian actors to enhance their ability to implement CVA effectively.
Research and Learning: Facilitating research to generate evidence on the impact and effectiveness of CVA.
Coordination: Enhancing coordination among humanitarian actors to improve the delivery of cash and voucher assistance.

Activities[edit]

The CALP Network engages in a variety of activities to achieve its objectives:

Workshops and Training: Organizing workshops and training sessions for humanitarian practitioners to build their skills in CVA.
Publications: Producing guidelines, reports, and case studies to disseminate knowledge and best practices.
Conferences and Events: Hosting conferences and events to bring together stakeholders from across the humanitarian sector to discuss and advance CVA.

Membership[edit]

The CALP Network is composed of a diverse range of members, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), United Nations agencies, donors, and private sector partners. Membership is open to any organization committed to advancing the use of cash and voucher assistance in humanitarian contexts.

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 == CALP Network ==
-The '''CALP Network''' is a global partnership of humanitarian organizations, practitioners, and researchers dedicated to improving the quality and effectiveness of cash and voucher assistance (CVA) in humanitarian settings. The network focuses on building capacity, sharing knowledge, and advocating for the use of cash-based interventions to support people affected by crises.
+[[File:CALP_Logo_EN_2-line_Red_Subtitle.png|thumb|right|The CALP Network logo]]
-=== History ===
+The '''CALP Network''' is a global partnership of humanitarian actors engaged in policy, practice, and research related to cash and voucher assistance (CVA) in humanitarian contexts. The network aims to improve the quality and scale of CVA to enhance the effectiveness of humanitarian responses.
-The CALP Network was established in 2005 as the Cash Learning Partnership, a project initiated by several humanitarian organizations to address the growing interest and need for cash-based assistance in humanitarian aid. Over the years, it has evolved into a network that includes a wide range of stakeholders, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), United Nations agencies, donors, and private sector partners.
-=== Objectives ===
+== History ==
-The primary objectives of the CALP Network are:
-* To promote the use of cash and voucher assistance as a tool for humanitarian response.
+The CALP Network was established in response to the growing recognition of the importance of cash and voucher assistance in humanitarian aid. Over the years, it has evolved to become a leading platform for knowledge sharing, capacity building, and advocacy in the field of CVA.
-* To improve the quality and effectiveness of CVA through research, capacity building, and knowledge sharing.
-* To advocate for policies and practices that support the use of CVA in humanitarian contexts.
-=== Activities ===
+== Objectives ==
-The CALP Network engages in a variety of activities to achieve its objectives, including:
-* '''Training and Capacity Building:''' Offering training programs and resources to enhance the skills and knowledge of humanitarian practitioners in implementing CVA.
+The primary objectives of the CALP Network include:
-* '''Research and Evidence:''' Conducting and disseminating research to build the evidence base for the effectiveness and impact of cash-based interventions.
-* '''Advocacy and Policy Influence:''' Engaging with policymakers and stakeholders to promote the adoption of CVA-friendly policies and practices.
-* '''Knowledge Sharing:''' Facilitating the exchange of information and experiences among network members through workshops, webinars, and online platforms.
-=== Impact ===
+* '''Advocacy''': Promoting the use of cash and voucher assistance as a standard practice in humanitarian responses.
-The CALP Network has played a significant role in increasing the acceptance and use of cash and voucher assistance in humanitarian responses worldwide. By providing evidence, tools, and guidance, the network has helped organizations design and implement more effective and efficient CVA programs.
+* '''Capacity Building''': Providing training and resources to humanitarian actors to enhance their ability to implement CVA effectively.
+* '''Research and Learning''': Facilitating research to generate evidence on the impact and effectiveness of CVA.
+* '''Coordination''': Enhancing coordination among humanitarian actors to improve the delivery of cash and voucher assistance.
-== Also see ==
+== Activities ==
-* [[Cash and Voucher Assistance]]
-* [[Humanitarian Aid]]
+The CALP Network engages in a variety of activities to achieve its objectives:
-* [[Non-Governmental Organization]]
+* '''Workshops and Training''': Organizing workshops and training sessions for humanitarian practitioners to build their skills in CVA.
+* '''Publications''': Producing guidelines, reports, and case studies to disseminate knowledge and best practices.
+* '''Conferences and Events''': Hosting conferences and events to bring together stakeholders from across the humanitarian sector to discuss and advance CVA.
+== Membership ==
+The CALP Network is composed of a diverse range of members, including non-governmental organizations (NGOs), United Nations agencies, donors, and private sector partners. Membership is open to any organization committed to advancing the use of cash and voucher assistance in humanitarian contexts.
+== Related pages ==
+* [[Cash and voucher assistance]]
+* [[Humanitarian aid]]
+* [[Non-governmental organization]]
 * [[United Nations]]
-{{Humanitarian Aid}}
+{{Humanitarian organizations}}
-{{Cash Assistance}}
-[[Category:Humanitarian Aid]]
+[[Category:Humanitarian aid]]
-[[Category:Cash Assistance]]
+[[Category:Non-governmental organizations]]
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