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- [New MOOC: Best Practices for Applied Quantitative Research in Humanitarian Contexts](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/new-mooc-best-practices-for-applied-quantitative-research-in-humanitarian-contexts/): IMPACT Initiatives is pleased to announce the launch of its first Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), Best Practices for Applied Quantitative Research in Complex Contexts. Developed using insights from over a decade of field research in more than 30 humanitarian crisis contexts, the MOOC aims to strengthen the capacity of humanitarians — as well as
- [Heat, drought, and floods | Climate change in one of the world’s most vulnerable countries: Afghanistan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/afghanistan-heat-drought-and-floods-climate-change-in-one-of-the-worlds-most-vulnerable-countries/): Global temperatures are rising, and they are doing so at an increasing pace. According to UNEP’s recent Limiting Overshoot report, global warming may reach 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels around the end of this decade if current warming trends continue. In Afghanistan, academic research shows the extent of the issue. Here, temperature increases have exceeded the global average. This heating trend has increased the water loss from soils
- [IMPACT 2025 Annual Report](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impact-2025-annual-report/): Our 2025 Annual Report is now published! For millions of crisis-affected people, 2025 brought deeper vulnerability and growing humanitarian needs, while funding cuts and political pressures placed unprecedented strain on the humanitarian system. IMPACT was not insulated from these pressures. Difficult decisions had to be made, but by focusing on what matters most, we remained
- [Emergency Thread - Ebola Outbreak](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/emergency-thread-ebola-outbreak/)
- [Who Defines Humanitarian Needs? Rethinking Tools to Put Communities First](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/who-defines-humanitarian-needs-rethinking-tools-to-put-communities-first/): In a system facing growing humanitarian unmet needs and shrinking resources, community participation is frequently cited as a cornerstone of the Humanitarian Reset. Yet in practice, the challenges and priorities expressed by crisis-affected people are still too often sidelined when the most critical decisions are made about funding and response design. If humanitarian action is truly to become people-centered, communities must be
- [Mapping Climate Hazards Across Uganda’s Refugee-Hosting Districts](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/mapping-climate-hazards-across-ugandas-refugee-hosting-districts/): In recent years, Uganda, which hosts one of the largest refugee populations in Africa, has faced increasing exposure to climate hazards, including heavy rains and prolonged dry spells. The unpredictability and variability of these hazards across the country emphasize the need for localized analysis, as they undermine livelihoods, food security, health, and infrastructure, particularly among refugee populations and host communities. To
- [Data to fight fires: empowering Ukrainian communities to monitor and mitigate wildfire risks](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/data-to-fight-fires-empowering-ukrainian-communities-to-monitor-and-mitigate-wildfire-risks/): Wildfires: a growing risk in Ukraine As the war’s escalation in Ukraine enters its fifth year, its multi-layered consequences continue to exacerbate climate-related challenges in the country. This is starkly illustrated by the growing scale and severity of wildfires in recent years. In 2024 alone, over one million hectares burned. By comparison, less than half
- [A generation at risk: protecting children in conflict zones](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/a-generation-at-risk-protecting-children-in-conflict-zones/): Across today’s major crises, protection risks for children are increasing at an alarming pace. In 2024, 520 million children, one in five globally, were living in conflict zones, the highest number ever recorded. Beyond violence and displacement, children are increasingly exposed to child labour, family separation, recruitment by armed groups, and growing mental health needs
- [Stage en mémoire d’Antonin Girardi](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/stage-en-memoire-dantonin-girardi/): IMPACT Initiatives, en association avec l’École Normale Supérieure Paris-Saclay (ENS Paris-Saclay), lance la cinquième édition du stage en mémoire d’Antonin Girardi, normalien à l’ENS Paris-Saclay entre 2015 et 2019, et de tous les travailleurs humanitaires victimes de violences. Le 9 août 2020, Antonin Girardi et six collègues ont perdu la vie dans une attaque à Kouré, au Niger, alors qu’ils s’engageaient pour soutenir les communautés
- [Ukraine | Humanitarian Needs Four Years After the Full-Scale Invasion](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-humanitarian-needs-four-years-after-the-full-scale-invasion/): 24 February 2026 marks four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Alongside active hostilities in frontline areas, intensified missile and drone strikes continue to affect communities across all regions of the country. Ongoing attacks on civilian and critical infrastructure have disrupted essential services, deepening the humanitarian crisis. As the war persists and evolves, so too
- [Unpacking Education Challenges in Crisis-Affected Contexts](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/unpacking-education-challenges-in-crisis-affected-contexts/): Despite remarkable progress in expanding access to education worldwide over the past 25 years, continuous education remains a privilege for many children caught in humanitarian crises. The lack of up-to-date data often makes this exclusion invisible. As of December 2025, data collected in 14 crisis-affected contexts through Multi-Sectoral Needs Assessments (MSNAs)1 revealed that more than
- [Somalia  I  Pilot of the Global Area-Based Assessment Toolkit to Inform Durable Solutions Planning](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-i-pilot-of-the-global-area-based-assessment-toolkit-to-inform-durable-solutions-planning/): Somalia is facing a prolonged displacement crisis, driven by recurring conflict, climate shocks, and persistent gaps in essential services, land security, and sustainable livelihoods. In Baidoa, the capital of the Bay region and interim capital of Southwest State, these overlapping challenges have created a severe displacement situation, prompting a scale-up of humanitarian response. Armed conflict
- [Évaluer la pertinence et la faisabilité des transferts monétaires dans un contexte de crise prolongée en RDC](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/evaluer-la-pertinence-et-la-faisabilite-des-transferts-monetaires-dans-un-contexte-de-crise-prolongee-en-rdc/): L'Est de la République démocratique du Congo (RDC) subit une crise humanitaire prolongée, caractérisée notamment par des déplacements massifs avec 71% des personnes déplacées de l’ensemble du pays. L'année 2025 a été marquée par une série de chocs économiques, dans un contexte sécuritaire volatile, qui ont notamment entraîné une crise de liquidités dans certaines provinces. Dans un contexte de réduction des financements humanitaires, les réponses en transferts monétaires (TM, que ce soit en
- [Mali MSNI Bulletin 2025 I Une augmentation des besoins humanitaires, dans un contexte d’insécurité croissante](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/mali-msni-bulletin-2025-i-une-augmentation-des-besoins-humanitaires-dans-un-contexte-dinsecurite-croissante/): Au Mali, 83% des ménages sont considérés dans le besoin, soit 9% de plus qu’en 2024 au niveau national. C’est le résultat de l’indice multisectoriel des besoins (MSNI) qui s’appuie sur la MSNA (Multi-Sector Needs Assessment), une importante collecte de données menée au niveau national, conduite par REACH en consultation directe avec les communautés. Le MSNI fournit un aperçu
- [Flood Impact Mapping I Ongoing severe floods in South Sudan challenge local communities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/flood-impact-mapping-i-ongoing-severe-floods-in-south-sudan-challenge-local-communities/): South Sudan is highly exposed to climate hazards, and above-average rains continue to shape the humanitarian landscape. Communities face multiple, compounding challenges, including recurrent flooding, food insecurity, public health risks, and ongoing conflicts, which have further deepened people’s needs, as highlighted in the OCHA South Sudan Humanitarian Snapshot. To better inform humanitarian response, IMPACT, through
- [Ukraine’s Winter Power Outages: Heightened Risks for Displaced Communities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraines-winter-power-outages-heightened-risks-for-displaced-communities/): Ukraine has faced serious power outages caused by hostile actions since before Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022. Since a wave of renewed air strikes affecting energy infrastructure in October, November and December 2025, power outages have become a part of daily life again. All across Ukraine, electricity is rationed on a stop-start, hourly basis. To
- [Kenya MSNI Bulletin 2025 | In affected areas, persistent vulnerabilities leave nearly all households in need](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/kenya-msni-bulletin-2025-in-affected-areas-persistent-vulnerabilities-leave-nearly-all-households-in-need/): In Garissa, Mandera, Marsabit, and Turkana counties, 99% of refugee households and 91% of host and affected populations reported at least one unmet need. The share of refugee households facing severe needs (57%) has nearly doubled since 2024. These insights come from the Multi-Sectoral Needs Index (MSNI), built on the Multi-Sector Needs Assessment (MSNA), a
- [Haïti MSNI Bulletin 2025 I Des besoins humanitaires persistants touchent la quasi-totalité des ménages](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/haiti-msni-bulletin-2025-i-des-besoins-humanitaires-persistants-touchent-la-quasi-totalite-des-menages/): 91% des ménages en Haïti sont considérés dans le besoin. C’est le résultat de l’indice multisectoriel des besoins (MSNI) qui s’appuie sur la MSNA (Multi-Sector Needs Assessment), conduite par REACH au niveau national en juin 2025, en consultation directe avec les communautés. Le MSNI fournit un aperçu détaillé des besoins humanitaires, permettant d’identifier quelles communautés
- [Severe education needs persist across all crisis-affected context in 2025](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/severe-education-needs-persist-across-all-crisis-affected-context-in-2025/): The Education in Emergencies dashboard has been updated with the data collected through households’ surveys (Multi-Sectoral Needs Assessments - MSNAs) in 2025. As of December 2025, the information was collected on over 341,000 children aged between 5 and 17 years old in 14 crisis-affected contexts.[1] This consolidated analysis explores school attendance, access interruption, educational delays
- [From Collecting Data to Addressing Needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/from-collecting-data-to-addressing-needs/): For nearly a decade, IMPACT – through its REACH initiative – has been conducting Multi-Sectoral Needs Assessments (MSNAs) in an increasing number of crisis contexts. But what is an MSNA, and what is it for? An MSNA is a rigorous and comprehensive multi-sectoral needs assessment designed to analyse the severity and magnitude of the needs
- [Strategic Framework 2025 - 2030: Renewing Our Commitment to Evidence-Based Decision-making](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/strategic-framework-2025-2030-renewing-our-commitment-to-evidence-based-decision-making/): Since IMPACT’s creation in 2010, our purpose has remained the same: to support humanitarian and other solidarity actors in making better decisions, informed by reliable data and driven by partnerships with communities. In 2025, as collective action loses momentum, achieving a common understanding based on rigorous data is becoming harder. At the same time, shrinking
- [Cash Assistance in Humanitarian Response: Why Market Monitoring Matters](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/cash-assistance-in-humanitarian-response-why-market-monitoring-matters/): The role and scale of cash and voucher assistance (CVA) in global humanitarian response have expanded dramatically over the last 15 years, with advocates arguing it offers greater economic efficiency, enabling humanitarian actors to do more with less throughout all phases of a crisis, from preparedness to emergency response to recovery. Ensuring CVA is implemented
- [Disability in Crisis: Uncovering the Data, Addressing the Gap](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/disability-in-crisis-uncovering-the-data-addressing-the-gap/): In humanitarian crises, people with disabilities are among the most affected, yet too often remain unseen. Faced with overlapping emergencies, they experience heightened risks of death, injury, abuse, and deprivation. A combination of pre-existing and crisis-related barriers, persistent discrimination, and stigma drives these risks. For years, the lack of disability data kept these needs at
- [South Sudan: Unfolding public health crisis and rising humanitarian needs as Upper Nile State enter rainy season](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-unfolding-public-health-crisis-and-rising-humanitarian-needs-as-upper-nile-state-enter-rainy-season/): The situation in the Upper Nile, especially the counties of Renk, Nasir and Ulang, is extremely dire due to a combination of conflict and displacement - aggravated by funding cuts and difficult access. An extreme public health crisis persists on the Sobat River-Corridor One month after the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) warned
- [Let’s plan for people, not process ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/lets-plan-for-people-not-process/): At a time when humanitarian needs are rising and funding is shrinking, it's critical to reimagine how we plan humanitarian action. In collaboration with ICVA members and partners, we reflected on what a credible, inclusive, and efficient humanitarian planning process must look like in today’s constrained and complex operational environment. What would humanitarian
- [Balancing safety and sustainability: environmental impacts of humanitarian mine action](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/balancing-safety-and-sustainability-environmental-impacts-of-humanitarian-mine-action/): Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) plays a vital role in addressing the immediate and long-term impacts of landmines and unexploded ordnance (UXO), restoring access to land and enabling communities to rebuild their livelihoods. Safe access to land enables increased agricultural production to meet the demand of local and national markets, contributing to food security and food
- [Why Do IDPs and Refugees Return to Ukraine’s Frontline Areas Despite the Risks?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/why-do-idps-and-refugees-return-to-ukraines-frontline-areas-despite-the-risks/): On 24 February 2025, three years into the full-scale invasion, Ukraine continues to face high levels of persistent humanitarian need, and disruptions to essential services linked to ongoing attacks on critical infrastructure. At the same time, humanitarian funding is decreasing. Amid continued uncertainty and dwindling resources, many of both the 3.7 million internally displaced people
- [IMPACT 2024 Annual Report](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impact-2024-annual-report/): Our 2024 Annual Report is now published! In 2024, the global humanitarian landscape was marked by rising turbulence, from shifting geopolitical dynamics and growing polarization to a widening funding gap. These developments tested the resilience of global systems, while also highlighting the critical importance of timely, data-driven action to support vulnerable populations. As Luca Pupulin,
- [Breadbasket Population in Need: Understanding the Urban-Rural Divide in Ukraine](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/breadbasket-population-in-need-understanding-the-urban-rural-divide-in-ukraine/): Three years into the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, a stark divide in livelihood needs has emerged between rural and urban households. The latest Multi-Sector Needs Assessment (MSNA) story map reveals that rural communities are facing economic hardships at levels comparable to those in frontline areas and areas near the Russian border. Understanding this urban-rural divide
- [Ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education - an objective far from being met in emergency contexts](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ensuring-inclusive-and-equitable-quality-education-an-objective-far-from-being-met-in-emergency-contexts/): For the first time, IMPACT – through its initiative REACH – used data collected in 15 crisis-affected contexts to explore how education needs are impacted. Findings are accessible through a dashboard, providing an overview of education in emergencies contexts, relying on data collected through households’ surveys (Multi-Sectoral Needs Assessments, “MSNAs”) in 2024. The information was
- [Lessons Learned from 29 Area-Based Assessments in 18 countries](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/lessons-learned-from-29-area-based-assessments-in-18-countries/): Let’s stop asking if local voices can be heard. Let’s ask why we still aren’t acting on what they’re saying. This is one of the main learning from IMPACT’s work across numerous crisis settings over the past several years to implement Area-Based Assessments (ABAs) — localized, mixed method (qualitative and quantitative) assessments designed to inform
- [Dans le Nord des pays côtiers, un renforcement des compétences pour accompagner les acteurs de la réponse](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/dans-le-nord-des-pays-cotiers-un-renforcement-des-competences-pour-accompagner-les-acteurs-de-la-reponse/): Avec le soutien de l’Union Européenne, IMPACT Initiatives met en œuvre depuis avril 2024 un programme régional de renforcement et de gestion des systèmes de suivi des évaluations et des interventions humanitaires dans les régions Nord des 4 pays côtiers, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Togo et Bénin - pour une meilleure compréhension des besoins et éclairer
- [“We also have a say”: Experiences of children and adolescents affected by migration](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/we-also-have-a-say-experiences-of-children-and-adolescents-affected-by-migration/): The political and economic crisis in #Venezuela continues to cause #migration flows that affect the safety and livelihoods of those migrating and host communities. By 2024, 7.8 million migrants and refugees left Venezuela, with Colombia receiving the most. 36.6% of the Venezuelan population in transit in Colombia are children and adolescents who face barriers to
- [“Nosotros también opinamos”: experiencias de niños, niñas y adolescentes afectados por la migración](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nosotros-tambien-opinamos-experiencias-de-ninos-ninas-y-adolescentes-afectados-por-la-migracion/): La crisis política y económica de Venezuela sigue generando flujos migratorios que afectan a la seguridad y los medios de vida de los migrantes y las comunidades de acogida. Para 2024, 7,8 millones de migrantes y refugiados salieron de Venezuela, siendo Colombia el principal país receptor. El 36,6% de la población venezolana en tránsito en
- [Committing to More Inclusivity in Humanitarian Responses - IMPACT’s Engagement with the Inclusive Data Charter (IDC)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/committing-to-more-inclusivity-in-humanitarian-responses-impacts-engagement-with-the-inclusive-data-charter-idc/): Ensuring humanitarian response is grounded in the realities of all populations affected by crisis, requires more than just multi-sectoral analysis —it also requires an inclusive approach. Too often, the needs and priorities of marginalized communities remain overlooked in crisis response, either due to gaps in data collection, lack of capacities, methodological limitations, or the absence
- [South Sudan: deepening humanitarian crisis in Upper Nile State amid mass displacement from Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-deepening-humanitarian-crisis-in-upper-nile-state-amid-mass-displacement-from-sudan/): During just 6 weeks beginning in December 2024, clashes in Sudan forced more than 120,000 people across the border into Renk County, South Sudan, marking the largest influx since the conflict began in April 2023, and bringing the total number of arrivals to more than one million. Amid this influx, available data signals a deepening
- [Assessing Durable Solutions to Internal Displacement: A Literature Review on Area-Based Assessments (2010-2024)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/assessing-durable-solutions-to-internal-displacement-a-literature-review-on-area-based-assessments-2010-2024/): IMPACT Initiatives and the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) are pleased to present their last collaboration: Assessing durable solutions to internal displacement at the area level: a literature review (2010-2024), a key output of a two-year ECHO-funded project which aims to strengthen the humanitarian sector’s ability to respond to internal displacement crises and accelerate the achievement
- [Democratic Republic of Congo Emergency Thread](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/democratic-republic-of-congo-emergency-thread/): Eastern DRC is a vast region, home to over 100 million people. As of November 2024, nearly 6.9 million people have been displaced, making it one of the largest displacement crises globally. The conflict between the Congolese government and the M23 armed group, intensifying since January 2025, especially around Goma in North Kivu, has further
- [Sudan Crisis Thread](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/sudan-crisis-thread/): Clashes between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) broke out on 15 April 2023. Fighting has been concentrated in densely populated urban centres, starting in Khartoum but quickly spreading across the country. These clashes have triggered waves of forced displacement, both internally as well as to neighbouring countries, including Central
- [Lebanon Crisis Thread](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/lebanon-crisis-thread/): Since October 8, 2023, Lebanon has been caught in a surge of conflict activity, closely following the escalation in the Gaza Strip, with violence intensifying dramatically since September 23, 2024. This has triggered mass internal displacement, particularly from southern Lebanon, eastern regions, and parts of southern Beirut, compounding existing upward trends in the number of
- [Mali | Risques sanitaires dans les régions de Ménaka et Kidal : Une situation alarmante ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/mali-risques-sanitaires-dans-les-regions-de-menaka-et-kidal-une-situation-alarmante/): Une récente évaluation réalisée par REACH Initiative, une initiative d’IMPACT, met en lumière des défis sanitaires majeurs dans les régions de Ménaka et Kidal. L’accès limité aux infrastructures de santé et d’EHA, combiné à des conditions environnementales difficiles, expose les communautés des localités évaluées à un risque accru de maladies et d’épidémies. Principaux
- [Central African Republic | 2024 Multi-Sectoral Needs Assessment: Key Findings and Importance ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/central-african-republic-2024-multi-sectoral-needs-assessment-key-findings-and-importance/): The 2024 Multi-Sectoral Needs Assessment (MSNA) in the Central African Republic (CAR) delivers critical insights into the diverse and pressing needs of communities across the country. Conducted in 74 sub-prefectures, this assessment covers sectors ranging from health and food security to water, hygiene, accountability to affected people and displacement, offering a comprehensive understanding of how
- [Sri Lanka | Understanding Climate Risks to Design Local Solutions for Resilience](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/sri-lanka-understanding-climate-risks-to-design-local-solutions-for-resilience/): Launched in July 2023, the project “Promoting Disaster Risk Reduction for Livelihood Resilience via Community-led, Area-based Approaches in Sri Lanka”, backed by USAID’s Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance, and in partnership with Acted and CEFE Net Sri Lanka, uses the AGORA approach to empower communities and local governance actors to invest on the most pressing resilience
- [Colombia | Voices of IMPACT: Stories from the Field](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/colombia-voices-of-impact-stories-from-the-field/): At IMPACT Initiatives, our work is brought to life through the dedication of individuals working closely with communities in complex and challenging contexts. Our Voices of IMPACT series showcases the people behind this important work. In this latest video, meet Ana Garay Vallejo, our Country Representative for Colombia and Venezuela. Ana shares her reflections on
- [Sudan | Movement Intentions and Needs Assessment in Ed Damazin](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/sudan-movement-intentions-and-needs-assessment-in-ed-damazin/): The ongoing conflict in Sudan has displaced thousands of families, many of whom have sought refuge in Ed Damazin, Blue Nile State. To understand their priorities and intentions, IMPACT Initiatives via its REACH initiative in collaboration with the Site Management Cluster Sudan conducted a Movement Intentions and Rapid Needs Assessment. The findings provide critical
- [Data Specialists | Voices of IMPACT: Stories from the Field](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/data-specialists-voices-of-impact-stories-from-the-field/): In this Voices of IMPACT feature, we hear from Bildad Yegon, a Data Specialist at IMPACT Initiatives. Bildad shares his experiences in the field and reflects on how data supports humanitarian planning and decision-making. His story offers a glimpse into the important work carried out by our teams in challenging contexts. We invite you to
- [WUF12 insights | leveraging local data and action for resilient urban recovery](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/wuf12-insights-leveraging-local-data-and-action-for-resilient-urban-recovery/): IMPACT Initiatives participated in the 12th World Urban Forum (WUF12) from 4th to 8th November 2024, in Cairo, which brought together more than 25,000 urban experts from all over the world. Organized by UN-Habitat, the forum is a premier platform to inform and support sustainable development for cities, emphasizing local action for sustainable cities, gathering
- [Ukraine | Winterization 2024-25: A Multi-Sectoral Needs Assessment Lens on Needs and Vulnerabilities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-winterization-2024-25-a-multi-sectoral-needs-assessment-lens-on-needs-and-vulnerabilities/): As temperatures drop, millions of Ukrainians are at heightened risk due to ongoing conflict, damaged infrastructure, and severe resource gaps. Ensuring access to heating, cold and hot water, and essential supplies is a matter of urgency this winter. Funded by USAID, this winterization assessment—conducted by IMPACT Initiatives via the REACH Initiative—provides an in-depth analysis of
- [Driving Solutions | Addressing Loss and Damage in a Changing Climate](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/driving-solutions-addressing-loss-and-damage-in-a-changing-climate/): Since 2010, IMPACT has been deploying a wide range of assessments that can be used to better understand loss and damage. From flood impact analysis (Derna Floods in 2023) to single hazard (South Sudan Drought) or multi-hazard exposure mapping (Moldova) and vulnerability analysis (Horn of Africa), IMPACT has tested in the field multiple assessment approaches
- [Colombia | Expanding Cash-Based Interventions in Conflict-Affected Areas: The Case for Feasibility Studies](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/colombia-expanding-cash-based-interventions-in-conflict-affected-areas-the-case-for-feasibility-studies/): In regions impacted by armed conflict, cash-based interventions offer a vital means of delivering flexible and dignified assistance to populations affected by displacement, restricted mobility, and forced confinement. Indigenous and Afro-Colombian communities who inhabit the areas face the brunt of these challenges. In response, the MIRE+ consortium aims to expand cash-based interventions to better deliver
- [Dégradation des conditions sanitaires et alimentaires au Burkina Faso : des besoins urgents dans une crise oubliée](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/degradation-des-conditions-sanitaires-et-alimentaires-au-burkina-faso-des-besoins-urgents-dans-une-crise-oubliee/): Octobre 2024 – Burkina Faso En 2024, le Burkina Faso continue de faire face à une crise humanitaire complexe, marquée par des conflits armés, des déplacements massifs de population ainsi qu'une pression croissante sur les services et ressources de base. Plus de 2 millions de personnes sont en situation de déplacements forcés dans le
- [Haiti | Urgent need for sustainable response amidst increasing violence and persistent climate shocks](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/haiti-urgent-need-for-sustainable-response-amidst-increasing-violence-and-persistent-climate-shocks/): As of 2024, Haiti faces an unprecedented humanitarian challenge marked by a resurgence of violence and persistent climate shocks. Our latest brief, highlights the severity of this multidimensional crisis, with over 5.4 million Haitians—nearly half the population—in crisis-level food insecurity or worse. This complex situation is compounded by limited access to essential services, deteriorating infrastructure,
- [South Sudan | Public Health in Rubkona County: Key Findings from our July 2024 Assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-public-health-in-rubkona-county-key-findings-from-our-july-2024-assessment/): Our July 2024 Integrated Public Health Rapid Assessment for Rubkona County sheds light on the unprecedented public health crises affecting IDP settlements in Bentiu Town, Bentiu IDP Camp, and Rotriak. Rubkona hosts more than 175,000 internally displaced people (IDPs) due to conflict and flooding with an influx of returnees arriving from Sudan. This report identifies
- [Building Resilience: IMPACT’s Efforts in Disaster Risk Reduction in Moldova](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/building-resilience-impacts-efforts-in-disaster-risk-reduction-in-moldova/): As the 13th of October marks the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR), and in a year that has seen significant damage and loss of life due to natural and climate-related disasters globally, IMPACT reaffirms its commitment to informing disaster risks and resilience building activities for crisis-affected and other vulnerable communities around the world, in the
- [Burkina Faso | Cartographie des zones susceptibles d'inondation à Dédougou : Un exemple de préparation aux catastrophes et d'analyse multicritères](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/burkina-faso-cartographie-des-zones-susceptibles-dinondation-a-dedougou-un-exemple-de-preparation-aux-catastrophes-et-danalyse-multicriteres/): La cartographie des zones susceptibles d'inondation à Dédougou, réalisée en septembre 2024, constitue un exemple concret de l’utilisation du processus d'analyse hiérarchique (Analytic Hierarchy Process, AHP) combiné aux Systèmes d'Information Géographique (SIG) pour la gestion des risques de catastrophes naturelles. Cette approche permet d’identifier les zones les plus vulnérables aux inondations dans la commune
- [Mali | Perception des besoins et sentiment d’insécurité dans les communes de Bandiagara et Ménaka : Principaux résultats de la dernière évaluation](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/mali-perception-des-besoins-et-sentiment-dinsecurite-dans-les-communes-de-bandiagara-et-menaka-principaux-resultats-de-la-derniere-evaluation/): Le rapport récemment publié sur la perception des besoins et le sentiment d’insécurité à Bandiagara et Ménaka offre des informations essentielles sur les besoins des populations affectées, en particulier dans les domaines de la sécurité alimentaire, de la génération de revenus et de l'accès à l'eau potable. Réalisée avec une approche sensible au genre,
- [Flood Susceptibility Mapping in Sudan | Supporting Humanitarian Response](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/flood-susceptibility-mapping-in-sudan-supporting-humanitarian-response/): Sudan faces recurring floods that severely impact local communities, especially in vulnerable regions such as North Darfur, West Darfur, Sennar, Blue Nile, and Khartoum. To support humanitarian efforts, IMPACT Initiatives, via its REACH Initiative has developed flood susceptibility maps using advanced multi-criteria analysis. These maps highlight high-risk areas, helping humanitarian actors prioritize interventions, better allocate
- [Sri Lanka | Key Insights on the impact of natural hazards on livelihoods and displacement in Karachchi, Kilinochchi](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/sri-lanka-key-insights-on-the-impact-of-natural-hazards-on-livelihoods-and-displacement-in-karachchi-kilinochchi/): Karachchi in Kilinochchi District faces severe challenges as natural hazards, including floods and human-elephant conflict, increasingly affect agriculture and fishing livelihoods. With a high dependency on these sectors, the region is struggling under the weight of mounting disruptions. The March 2024 Livelihood Resilience Assessment, conducted by IMPACT Initiatives via its initiative AGORA, provides deep insights
- [Afghanistan | Key Insights on the impact of repeated droughts on Water, Food Security, and Displacement](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/afghanistan-key-insights-on-the-impact-of-repeated-droughts-on-water-food-security-and-displacement/): According to a 2018 World Bank report, roughly 70% of the population of Afghanistan live in rural areas where the majority of livelihoods rely on agriculture and livestock, signaling that large parts of the population of Afghanistan are particularly vulnerable to drought. Drought and its impacts have played a major role in driving needs in
- [Colombia | Proposing Local Solutions to a Multi-Sectoral Crisis in Putumayo](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/colombia-proposing-local-solutions-to-a-multi-sectoral-crisis-in-putumayo/): In July 2024, our Colombia team went to Putumayo to present the findings of our most recent area-based assessment. Located in southern Colombia, Putumayo has long been affected by armed conflict due to its strategic location for non-state armed groups. The assessment investigated the population's experience in the face of multiple shocks: armed violence,
- [Syria | Critical Humanitarian Needs in Northeast Syria: Key insights from the July 2024 Situation Overview](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-critical-humanitarian-needs-in-northeast-syria-key-insights-from-the-july-2024-situation-overview/): The July 2024 Humanitarian Situation Overview of Northeast Syria (NES) presents a detailed assessment of the pressing needs and conditions faced by communities across Aleppo, Ar-Raqqa, Al-Hasakeh, and Deir-ez-Zor. Conducted by REACH and IMPACT Initiatives, this assessment reveals significant gaps in basic services and infrastructure, particularly affecting internally displaced persons (IDPs) and host communities.
- [South Sudan | Market Access and Price Surges Threaten Food Security](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-market-access-and-price-surges-threaten-food-security/): The August 2024 Joint Market Monitoring Initiative (JMMI) led by REACH, an initiative of IMPACT, in support of the South Sudan Cash Working Group reveals significant challenges in market conditions across South Sudan. The report highlights dramatic price increases and barriers to market access that threaten food security. Key findings show a sharp increase
- [Ukraine | Improving Veterans' Reintegration in Dnipro:  Identifying key barriers and proposing actionable solutions through local stakeholders’ engagement](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-improving-veterans-reintegration-in-dnipro-identifying-key-barriers-and-proposing-actionable-solutions-through-local-stakeholders-engagement/): As of May 2024, there were about 1,2 million veterans in Ukraine according to the Deputy Minister for Veterans Affairs, Maksym Kushnir, marking a twofold increase since the escalation of hostilities in February 2022. In June 2024, a workshop was organized in Dnipro, by REACH, an IMPACT Initiative to discuss the findings of the Veterans’
- [Mozambique | Post attack Rapid Needs Assessment highlights urgent humanitarian needs in Macomia](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/mozambique-post-attack-rapid-needs-assessment-highlights-urgent-humanitarian-needs-in-macomia/): On May 10th, 2024, non-state armed groups attacked Macomia, a strategic town, displacing over 1,000 families and forcing the suspension of government and NGO activities. In early July, tensions escalated when a civilian was shot by Defense and Security Forces after curfew, triggering violent protests. Since May, an estimated 6,962 families have been without humanitarian
- [South Sudan | Rebuilding Malakal: Addressing Gaps in Water, Sanitation, and Education for a Resilient Future](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-rebuilding-malakal-addressing-gaps-in-water-sanitation-and-education-for-a-resilient-future/): The latest Area-Based Assessment (ABA) for Malakal Town, South Sudan, conducted by IMPACT, via its initiative REACH, highlights the critical challenges confronting both returnees and host communities in the aftermath of recent conflicts. With Malakal serving as a key transit center for returnees escaping the violence in Sudan, the town's already limited infrastructure is under
- [Uganda | Critical Findings on Movement, Livelihoods, and Access to Basic Services for Refugees and Host communities in Adjumani](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/uganda-critical-findings-on-movement-livelihoods-and-access-to-basic-services-for-refugees-and-host-communities-in-adjumani/): The latest Movement, Livelihood, and Access to Basic Services assessment for Adjumani Town, Uganda, conducted by IMPACT via its initiative REACH, presents a nuanced picture of both progress and persistent challenges in the region. While many refugee households have experienced improvements in their livelihoods, they continue to face significant barriers that impede full integration and
- [Iraq | Ongoing Challenges: Insights on land tenure among other challenges](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-ongoing-challenges-insights-on-land-tenure-among-other-challenges/): The latest Cross-Cutting Needs Assessment (CCNA) for Iraq, conducted by IMPACT via its initiative REACH, reveals that the country continues to face significant challenges in stabilizing and rehabilitating areas affected by conflict. Despite the cessation of large-scale conflict in 2017, 1.1 million people remain displaced, with 41% of households lacking valid land tenure documentation, particularly
- [Somalia | Climate Crisis: From Drought to Devastating Floods ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-climate-crisis-from-drought-to-devastating-floods/): Somalia is grappling with extreme climate conditions that have severely impacted communities across the country. IMPACT’s latest report via its initiative REACH, provides an in-depth look at how these climate events are affecting livelihoods, particularly in the aftermath of the 2023 floods. Extreme Weather Patterns and Their Impact Over three years between 2020 - 2022,
- [Ukraine | Voices of IMPACT: Stories from the Field](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-voices-of-impact-stories-from-the-field/): At IMPACT Initiatives, our mission is powered by the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to create meaningful change in communities worldwide. Our new section on our website aims to shine a light on these incredible people. Our interview features Nestor Cheryba, a Technical Coordinator based in Ukraine. Nestor's dedication to humanitarian work is truly inspiring,
- [HQ | Voices of IMPACT: Stories from the Field](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/hq-voices-of-impact-stories-from-the-field/): At IMPACT Initiatives, our mission is powered by the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to create meaningful change in communities worldwide. Our new section on our website aims to shine a light on these incredible people. We’re proud to share the story of Juliette Denizart, Learning and Development Officer based at our Geneva HQ. Juliette's
- [Burkina Faso | Voices of IMPACT: Stories from the Field](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/burkina-faso-voices-of-impact-stories-from-the-field/): At IMPACT Initiatives, our mission is powered by the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to create meaningful change in communities worldwide. Our new section on our website aims to shine a light on these incredible people. Our interview features Souleymane Maiga, an Assessment Officer based in Burkina Faso. Souleymane's dedication and passion for humanitarian work
- [South Sudan | Rising Food Costs and Market Challenges](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-rising-food-costs-and-market-challenges/): The July 2024 report from the Joint Market Monitoring Initiative (JMMI) initiated by the South Sudan Cash Working Group (CWG), highlights concerning trends in South Sudanese markets, particularly for essential food and non-food items. Between June and July 2024, the prices of maize grain, groundnuts and sorghum increased by 20%,18% and 14%, respectively. This surge
- [Ukraine | Child Protection Assessment: Challenges in War Zones](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-child-protection-assessment-challenges-in-war-zones/): As the war in Ukraine continues, children are increasingly caught in the crossfire, facing severe risks such as violence, family separation, and profound mental health challenges. Our July 2024 Child Protection Assessment offers a detailed examination of these urgent issues, focusing on the South-Eastern macro-region, including Kharkivska, Donetska, and Zaporizka. Three most indicated risks
- [Côte d'Ivoire | Principaux enseignements sur la situation des demandeurs d'asile et communautés hôtes à Timalah-Notadouo et Nioroningué](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/cote-divoire-principaux-enseignements-sur-la-situation-des-demandeurs-dasile-et-communautes-hotes-a-timalah-notadouo-et-nioroningue/): Depuis 2021, l'insécurité croissante au Mali et au Burkina Faso a provoqué un afflux important de personnes déplacées vers la Côte d'Ivoire. Les sites de transit, situés à Timalah-Notadouo et à Nioroningué, hébergent respectivement 6 415 et 5 997 demandeurs d'asile. Ces mouvements massifs ont exercé une pression significative sur les ressources locales, impactant à
- [Mozambique | School disruption in Cabo Delgado](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/mozambique-school-disruption-in-cabo-delgado/): The recent assessment by IMPACT, through its initiative REACH in July 2024 highlights the impact of violence and displacement on the education system in Cabo Delgado province, Mozambique. Since the start of the year, attacks by non-state armed groups have disrupted the lives of thousands, with over 50,000 people displaced in April and May 2024
- [Colombia | Socio-economic vulnerability of the Venezuelan refugee and migrant population seeking to stay in Colombia ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/colombia-socio-economic-vulnerability-of-the-venezuelan-refugee-and-migrant-population-seeking-to-stay-in-colombia/): IMPACT, through its initiative REACH, published an analysis of the socioeconomic vulnerability of the Venezuelan refugee and migrant population seeking to stay in Colombia, based on Grupo Interagencial sobre Flujos Migratorios Mixtos seventh round of the Needs Assessment and in partnership with the Cash Working Group (CWG). It concluded that more than half of the households
- [Burkina Faso | Importance de l'Évaluation Multisectorielle des Besoins (MSNA)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/burkina-faso-importance-de-levaluation-multisectorielle-des-besoins-msna/): La situation humanitaire au Burkina Faso requiert une compréhension précise et approfondie des besoins des populations vulnérables. L'Évaluation Multisectorielle des Besoins (MSNA) joue un rôle crucial pour orienter la planification humanitaire, permettant aux organisations et aux parties prenantes de prioriser les interventions en fonction des besoins les plus urgents et de maximiser l'impact des ressources
- [Uganda | Key Insights: Urban Refugees in Mbarara](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/uganda-key-insights-urban-refugees-in-mbarara/): The latest Area-Based Assessment (ABA) by IMPACT Initiatives through its initiative REACH in Mbarara, Uganda, provides a detailed overview of the living conditions and challenges faced by both refugee and host community households, as well as challenges among service providers and local authorities to cater for all residents. Mbarara, Uganda’s second-largest city, hosts refugees who
- [Mali | La santé maternelle et néonatale à Ménaka: défis et perspectives](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/mali-la-sante-maternelle-et-neonatale-a-menaka-defis-et-perspectives/): Le dernier rapport de REACH sur la situation à Ménaka met en lumière les défis importants auxquels font face les femmes enceintes et les jeunes mères. Les obstacles à l'accès aux soins de santé incluent le manque de sécurité, les moyens de transport limités, et l'insuffisance de ressources financières. Accouchements à domicile: 59% des
- [Ukraine | Key Insights into the Humanitarian Situation: Protection concerns in frontline areas and difficult access to financial services in occupied areas](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-key-insights-into-the-humanitarian-situation-protection-concerns-in-frontline-areas-and-difficult-access-to-financial-services-in-occupied-areas/): The latest REACH Ukraine Humanitarian Situation Monitoring (HSM) report provides an in-depth analysis of the evolving humanitarian needs across various oblasts, with a particular focus on frontline oblast: Donetska, Kharkivska, Khersonska, and Zaporizka. This report highlights the increasing severity of multisectoral needs, driven primarily by financial instability and inadequate access to essential services. Key Findings:
- [South Sudan | "Voices from South Sudan: Affected Communities’ Perceptions on Humanitarian Aid"](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-voices-from-south-sudan-affected-communities-perceptions-on-humanitarian-aid/): In May 2024, based on a collaboration with Internews and CCEWG, IMPACT though its initiative REACH published a detailed report titled "Voices from South Sudan: Affected Communities’ Perceptions on Humanitarian Aid." This comprehensive report sheds light on the perspectives of affected communities regarding humanitarian assistance in South Sudan. Here are the key messages from the
- [Northern Syria | Overview of the humanitarian conditions in Idleb where the impact of an increasingly complex crisis has hit hundreds of thousands](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/northern-syria-overview-of-the-humanitarian-conditions-in-idleb-where-the-impact-of-an-increasingly-complex-crisis-has-hit-hundreds-of-thousands/): The latest Humanitarian Situation Overview in Idleb City, Syria, presents vital insights into the challenges faced by the urban households. This situation overview presents findings on the access to services, living conditions, economic conditions, and priority needs across accessible areas in the city. In particular, this urban households assessment highlights several key issues and needs
- [Ukraine | Infrastructures damage impacts availability and accessibility of essential services](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-infrastructures-damage-impacts-availability-and-accessibility-of-essential-services/): The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has resulted in extensive damage to the built environment, including housing, public services, and critical infrastructure. This widespread destruction is impacting the availability and accessibility of essential services, influencing displacement dynamics, and affecting livelihoods throughout the country. Here are the key take-aways from our Damage Impact Analysis Report conducted by
- [RDC | Ce que les déplacés à Goma pensent de l’aide humanitaire](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/rdc-ce-que-les-deplaces-a-goma-pensent-de-laide-humanitaire/): L'instabilité et les conflits à l'Est de la République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) ont entraîné un déplacement massif de la population, notamment dans la région de Goma, capitale du Nord-Kivu. Dans ce contexte de crise, il est crucial de comprendre les perceptions et les besoins des personnes déplacées internes (PDI) pour améliorer l'efficacité de l'aide
- [Niger | Renforcer la Redevabilité envers les Populations Affectées: Ce que dit notre recherche](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/renforcer-la-redevabilite-envers-les-populations-affectees-ce-que-dit-notre-recherche-au-niger/): En décembre 2023, REACH a publié une fiche d'information complète éclairant le paysage humanitaire au Niger, en se concentrant particulièrement sur la redevabilité envers les populations affectées dans le but d'informer la planification humanitaire stratégique. Plongeons dans les points clés et les implications de ce rapport: Satisfaction avec l'assistance distribuée: Un pourcentage significatif des ménages
- [Afghanistan | Understanding the Flooding Crisis: Key Insights from REACH Brief](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/understanding-afghanistans-flooding-crisis-key-insights-from-reach-brief/): In Afghanistan, flooding isn't just an occasional inconvenience—it's a recurring crisis that disrupts lives, devastates crops, and threatens food security. The brief released by REACH in May 2024, sheds light on the primary drivers and impacts of flooding in the region, offering crucial insights for stakeholders and policymakers. 1. Excessive Rainfall Reigns Supreme: Excessive rainfall
- [Crisis Insights | Humanitarian Crisis in Haiti – May 2024](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/crisis-insights-humanitarian-crisis-in-haiti-may-2024/): The overall security and humanitarian situation in Haiti have continued to spiral in the past year, with limited aid reaching the population. Our research highlights the urgent need for shelter, the challenges in aid distribution, and the necessity for inclusive and sustainable planning. Only 3% of Haitians reported receiving humanitarian assistance in the 2023 Multi
- [Crisis Insights | Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza Strip, Occupied Palestinian Territory – June 2024](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/crisis-insights-humanitarian-crisis-in-gaza-strip-occupied-palestinian-territory-june-2024/): The humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip is dire, with essential services collapsing and over 75% of the population displaced. Urgent needs include food, water, and hygiene kits, but access to sufficient aid remains a challenge. Hostilities in October 2023 led to a rapid deterioration, displacing over 75% of Gaza's population. New displacement sites emerged
- [Crisis Insights  | Displacement crisis, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo – May 2024](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/crisis-insights-displacement-crisis-north-kivu-democratic-republic-of-congo-may-2024/): The displacement crisis in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is rapidly worsening, exacerbating existing vulnerabilities in a region already beset by severe and persistent needs. Our research highlights the urgent need for food assistance, the rising risk of gender-based violence (GBV) among internally displaced persons (IDPs), and the critical need for long-term solutions
- [Burkina Faso | Analyse de la Sécurité Alimentaire au Centre-Nord: Points Clés et Recommandations](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/analyse-de-la-securite-alimentaire-au-centre-nord-du-burkina-faso-points-cles-et-recommandations/): Une fiche d'information sur l'évolution de la situation alimentaire dans la région du Centre-Nord du Burkina Faso a été publié par IMPACT à travers son initiative REACH en Juin 2024. Ce rapport complet met en lumière l'accès précaire à la nourriture, les barrières économiques et les risques croissants pendant la période de soudure. Points Clés:
- [Somalia | A Deepening Humanitarian Crisis Exacerbated by Floods and Inadequate Infrastructure](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-a-deepening-humanitarian-crisis-exacerbated-by-floods-and-inadequate-infrastructure/): Recent floods further exacerbate the severity and magnitude of the humanitarian needs in Somalia as the recent Deyr floods have significantly worsened accessibility in riverine areas, making roads unsafe or completely impassable. This situation is expected to worsen with the current Gu floods. Note: In Somalia, "Gu" refers to the rainy season between March and
- [Turning Data into Action: Addressing Humanitarian Challenges Amid Funding Shortfalls in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/turning-data-into-action-addressing-humanitarian-challenges-amid-funding-shortfalls-in-syria/): Northern Syria faces a severe humanitarian crisis due to conflict, economic decline, and infrastructure deterioration. Millions are in dire need, and last year's violence and devastating earthquakes have worsened the situation. With humanitarian funding dwindling, aid organizations struggle to support displaced and vulnerable communities. The number of people needing aid has surged to 16.7 million,
- [RDC | Impact de l’intensification de la crise de déplacement sur les marchés de Goma et leur accessibilité par les PDI sur site](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impact-de-lintensification-de-la-crise-de-deplacement-sur-les-marches-de-goma-et-leur-accessibilite-par-les-pdi-sur-site/): La ville de Goma et ses environs sont confrontés à une crise humanitaire majeure due à l'intensification des déplacements de population. Une étude récente menée par IMPACT Initiatives à travers son initiative REACH met en lumière les dynamiques des marchés locaux et les défis auxquels font face les personnes déplacées internes (PDI). Contexte de la
- [Burkina Faso | Dédougou: Exploration des Opportunités Économiques](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/dedougou-exploration-des-opportunites-economiques/): Dédougou, chef-lieu de la Boucle du Mouhoun au Burkina Faso, est au cœur d'une évaluation récente, réalisée par IMPACT initiatives à travers son initiative REACH. Les résultats mettent en lumière des défis et des opportunités cruciales pour le développement économique local. Défis Majeurs Chômage Structurel :Le manque d'opportunités d'emploi, en particulier pour les femmes, demeure
- [Ukraine | Understanding the Economic Landscape of War-Affected Ukraine](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/understanding-the-economic-landscape-of-war-affected-ukraine/): In the wake of ongoing war, understanding the economic dynamics of Ukraine is imperative for effective humanitarian response and sustainable recovery efforts. Our recent two outputs: Calibration Report and Economic Situation overview delves into key insights, shedding light on humanitarian needs, income disparities, coping strategies, and employment challenges facing households across the country. Income Disparities
- [Beyond Mitigation and Adaptation: IMPACT Initiatives' Role in Addressing Loss and Damage ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/beyond-mitigation-and-adaptation-impact-initiatives-role-in-addressing-loss-and-damage/): At IMPACT Initiatives, we are at the forefront of advocating for and addressing loss and damage (L&D) associated with climate change. The recent participation of our representatives at the Bonn Climate Change Conference 2024 highlighted our commitment to advancing solutions that go beyond mitigation and adaptation efforts. This article delves into our contributions and insights
- [Sri Lanka | Enhancing Community Resilience in Koralai Pattu South: An Area-Based Risk Assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/enhancing-community-resilience-in-koralai-pattu-south-an-area-based-risk-assessment/): We have recently completed an Area-Based Risk Assessment (ABRA) in Koralai Pattu South, Batticaloa, Sri Lanka. This comprehensive study, conducted in partnership with Acted and funded by the US Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA), aims to identify and analyze the primary hazards threatening this region. The findings of this assessment are crucial for improving local
- [Somalia | Addressing the Public Health Crisis in Galkacyo: A Critical Overview](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/addressing-the-public-health-crisis-in-galkacyo-a-critical-overview/): The latest Integrated Public Health Rapid Assessment (IPHRA) report by IMPACT Initiatives highlights the severe public health challenges faced by internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Galkacyo, Somalia. This overview underscores the urgent need for coordinated humanitarian efforts to address health, nutrition, water, sanitation, and shelter needs among this vulnerable population. The Importance of this Report
- [South Sudan | Forecasted floods threaten to accelerate public health crisis, spur mass displacement, and further disrupt livelihoods.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-forecasted-floods-threaten-to-accelerate-public-health-crisis-spur-mass-displacement-and-further-disrupt-livelihoods/): Experts have warned of major flood event in the latter half of 2024, driven by unprecedented water levels in Lake Victoria and forecasts of above-average rainfall across East Africa, which threatens to deepen an already severe humanitarian crisis in South Sudan. This forecast comes on the heels of four consecutive years of severe flooding from
- [Kenya | Key Insights from the Q1 2024 Joint Market Monitoring Initiative (JMMI) Report](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/key-insights-from-the-q1-2024-joint-market-monitoring-initiative-jmmi-report/): Our latest Joint Market Monitoring Initiative (JMMI) offers crucial insights into market trends and challenges in Kenya’s arid and semi-arid land (ASAL) counties for the first quarter of 2024. This quarterly report, initiated in March 2022, aims to provide reliable data on prices, market functionality, and the availability of essential commodities. Key Findings: Increased MEB
- [Niger | L'importance de traiter les défis éducatifs à Tillabéri et Tahoua](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/limportance-de-traiter-les-defis-educatifs-a-tillaberi-et-tahoua/): Les régions de Tillabéri et de Tahoua au Niger, situées dans la zone des trois frontières entre le Burkina Faso, le Niger et le Mali, sont gravement touchées par une crise humanitaire. Ce qui n’est pas sans impact sur le secteur éducatif. Voici les principales conclusions de notre récent rapport sur l'état des écoles dans
- [South Sudan | A Public Health Assessment Highlights Critical Humanitarian Needs in Twic County](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-a-public-health-assessment-highlights-critical-humanitarian-needs-in-twic-county/): The latest Integrated Public Health Rapid Assessment provides a sobering look into the living conditions of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Twic County, Warrap State, South Sudan. Conducted in April 2024, the assessment unveils severe issues in health, nutrition, and food security. Despite being close to a well-established humanitarian presence, many residents face catastrophic hunger
- [Mali | Nouvelle Évaluation de la Situation Humanitaire: Points Clés et Enjeux](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/mali-nouvelle-evaluation-de-la-situation-humanitaire-points-cles-et-enjeux/): Notre dernière évaluation de la situation humanitaire au Mali vise à fournir des informations cruciales pour les acteurs humanitaires opérant dans les régions de Gao, Ménaka, Mopti, Ségou et Tombouctou. En effet, depuis 2012, cette région est marquée par une crise sécuritaire persistante, exacerbée par la présence de groupes armés et les tensions intercommunautaires. Messages
- [Yemen | New Flood Hazard Analysis in Marib Governorate: Key Messages and Recommendations](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/yemen-new-flood-hazard-analysis-in-marib-governorate-key-messages-and-recommendations/): The May 2024 report, published by IMPACT through its REACH initiative, on internally displaced persons (IDP) sites in Marib Governorate provides a critical analysis of the increasing flood risks and their impacts on vulnerable populations. Utilizing advanced hydrological models, the flood hazard of 5 selected IDP sites – including the largest IDP site in Yemen
- [Climate Watch: Data on Climate-Related Risks in Vulnerable Contexts](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/climate-watch-data-on-climate-related-risks-in-vulnerable-contexts/): IMPACT Initiatives, notably via its REACH, AGORA, and PANDA initiatives, is increasingly committing research efforts to inform the aid community on how to tackle climate risk. The objective? To identify evidence-based solutions that can be applied in fragile contexts to strengthen the resilience of communities. How? By conducting scientifically robust risk assessments, working with local actors to develop a better understanding of risk, and building local analytical and communication capacities.
- [Urgence sanitaire au Burkina Faso](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/urgence-sanitaire-au-burkina-faso/): Accès limité à l’eau, aux services de santé et aux moyens de subsistance À l'instar des autres pays de la région, le Burkina Faso connaît un contexte sécuritaire de plus en plus difficile, provoquant d’intenses déplacements de populations. Depuis 2019, la crise humanitaire se prolonge et évolue pour devenir une crise multidimensionnelle qui affecte un
- [Driving Change: Highlights from IMPACT Initiatives' Participation at HNPW 2024](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/driving-change-highlights-from-impact-initiatives-participation-at-hnpw-2024/): IMPACT Initiatives once again took part in the annual Humanitarian Networks and Partnerships Week (HNPW) held in Geneva from the 29 April to 10 May 2024. Throughout this year’s HNPW, our staff hosted an exhibition stand, actively participated in and co-organized a series of sessions, collaborated with partners to address pressing challenges and explored innovative
- [Insights from Anenii Noi: Informing community resilience building](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/insights-from-anenii-noi-informing-community-resilience-building/): REACH Moldova conducted an area-based assessment (ABA) in Anenii Noi in May-June 2023 to identify the primary needs of different demographics in the selected communities, assess the availability and accessibility of essential services, such as healthcare or education, and evaluate social cohesion among refugees and hosts. The assessment found that both refugees and the host
- [Informing key multi-hazard risks to the DRM decision makers](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/informing-key-multi-hazard-risks-to-the-drm-decision-makers/): Agriculture plays a vital role in Moldova's economy, making it highly susceptible to the impacts of drought and climate change. The country has grappled with severe drought conditions since 2021, posing significant threats to its agricultural productivity. The Anenii Noi region, renowned for its fertile chernozem soils, is particularly vulnerable. These nutrient-rich soils are crucial
- [Climate shocks continue to hit Kenya](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/climate-shocks-continue-to-hit-kenya/): Climate shocks in Kenya continue to be felt through more than a decade of drought and, from October 2023 to January 2024, the country also saw El Niño related flooding. This led to the deaths of at least 174 people and the displacement of more than 500,000 households. More than 17,000 acres of farmland were
- [IMPACT Initiatives adopts the Climate and Environment Charter for Humanitarian Organisations](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impact-initiatives-adopts-the-climate-and-environment-charter-for-humanitarian-organisations/): IMPACT Initiatives has signed the Climate and Environment Charter for Humanitarian Organisations at a time when our planet is in a period of accelerating climate and environmental crises, the effects of which are being felt by all of us. As humanitarian organisations, we see this crisis reflected every day in our work. Climate-related disasters have nearly doubled in
- [Empowering local responses: a case-study of “closing the feedback loop” in Colombia](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/empowering-local-responses-a-case-study-of-closing-the-feedback-loop-in-colombia/): Contextualising research to drive local and sustainable change with Area-based assessments (ABA) Ciénaga, Magdalena, has long been affected by multiple crises. It has been deeply affected by armed conflict and the presence of criminal groups. Internally displaced people (IDPs) have been arriving in Ciénaga since April 2022, and more than 7,800 Venezuelans reside in the
- [International Women’s Day 2024 | Building the evidence base: IMPACT’S research on gender as a driver of increased vulnerability](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/international-womens-day-2024-building-the-evidence-base-impacts-research-on-gender-as-a-driver-of-increased-vulnerability/): Recognizing the unique experiences of women during crises is vital for designing effective interventions. However, humanitarian research often falls short in fully grasping these experiences. As we commemorate International Women's Day, it's important to acknowledge this important information gap. Despite efforts to integrate a gender perspective into the research process, from design to analysis, there
- [RDC | Le Nord-Kivu face à une crise de déplacement sans précédent](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/rdc-le-nord-kivu-face-a-une-crise-de-deplacement-sans-precedent/): La crise prolongée que subit l’Est de la République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) depuis plusieurs décennies, connaît depuis bientôt deux ans une évolution préoccupante. Le conflit en cours depuis le printemps 2022 entre les forces gouvernementales congolaises et leurs alliés d’une part, et le groupe armé M23 d’autre part, s’est intensifié depuis la fin du
- [Collecting key data on markets to support cash and voucher assistance](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/collecting-key-data-on-markets-to-support-cash-and-voucher-assistance/): In collaboration with national cash working groups, UN agencies, implementing partners, and donors, REACH works globally and nationally to address core information gaps in cash and voucher assistance (CVA) and provide evidence to support more effective Cash & Voucher interventions.
- [Sudan conflict - Intensifying violence, systems collapse, and surging humanitarian needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/sudan-conflict-intensifying-violence-systems-collapse-and-surging-humanitarian-needs/): The release of the 2024 Sudan Humanitarian and refugee response plan last Wednesday underscores the critical situation in the country. As Sudan nears 10 months since the conflict began, ongoing violence has significantly increased humanitarian needs and pushed essential systems to the verge of collapse. We are about to hit a 10-month mark within a
- [Reflecting on two years of war in Ukraine - IMPACT's ongoing response and insights](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reflecting-on-two-years-of-the-war-in-ukraine-impacts-ongoing-response-and-insights/): On the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the country continues to grapple with the impact of ongoing conflict. Over the course of 2022 and 2023, the conflict has caused destruction and damage to houses and infrastructure, disrupting service provision and exacerbating humanitarian needs. On this anniversary, we reflect on IMPACT's past and
- [Indonesia: Mapping the impact of a 7.4 MT earthquake and ensuing tsunami through remote sensing](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/indonesia-mapping-the-impact-a-7-4-mt-earthquake-and-ensuing-tsunami-through-remote-sensing/): Since the onset of the disaster caused by the tsunami, REACH has supported the Government of Indonesia and the PP Cluster by assessing the scale of the damage through remote sensing. With the aid of satellite images, the collaboration resulted in a series of maps identifying damaged buildings, displacement sites and locations of liquefaction and landslides.
- [Pairing satellite data with household surveys to locate high flood risk areas in the Central African Republic](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/pairing-satellite-data-with-household-surveys-to-locate-high-flood-risk-areas-in-the-central-african-republic/): In late 2019, a destructive flood event that occurred in the months of October and November in the Central African Republic (CAR) occasioned the displacement of over 100,000 individuals and causing considerable damage. Through remote-sensing, REACH conducted a flood susceptibility analysis to classify areas within CAR that are more likely to flood, in an effort to inform enhanced preparedness.
- [Building research tools to improve response and resilience to flooding in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/building-tools-improve-response-resilience-syria-floods/): Displacement associated with disasters and the effects of climate change is one of today’s most serious humanitarian and development issue. In the first half of 2020 alone, disasters triggered 9.8 million new displacements, and most were linked to weather-related hazards such as storms, floods and droughts. In northwest Syria, extreme flooding events are devastating families already reeling from ten years of violence conflict, displacement, economic ruin, and the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [REACH deployed in Brazzaville](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-deployed-in-brazzaville/): Thanks to ACTED, IMPACT Initiatives and UNOSAT partnerships, REACH is currently supporting the humanitarian response in Brazzaville by carrying out displacement and damage rapid assessments. Brazzaville was hit by a series of explosions after an incident in an ammunition dump in one of the Eastern side of Brazzaville, referred to as Mpila, located on the border between Talanagaï
- [REACH has moved to a new office](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-is-moving-to-a-new-office/): We have the pleasure to inform you that from June 1st 2012, REACH is located in a new office. Find us at the International Environment House, 7 Chemin de Balexert, 1219 Châtelaine (GENEVA).
- [REACH mapping tool extended to local governance](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-mapping-tool-extended-to-local-governance/): OSH – To support emergency and humanitarian coordination and implementation, IMPACT Initiatives has been developing the REACH mapping tool, since June 2010, in partnership with ACTED and UNOSAT. This program has now been developed into an offline version to be used to support local government actors with their annual budgeting and planning processes. It is expected that the extension of a
- [REACH Peru deployment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-peru-deployment/): Since late January heavy rains / snowfalls have caused large flooding affecting multiple countries in South America – particularly Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Brazil and Bolivia. To date more than 1.2m people have been affected by the floods. The situation worsened steadily since January reaching a peak in late April. Mountainous areas have faced mudslides
- [Peru Floods Response Maps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/peru-floods-response-maps/): New static maps about REACH/Global Shelter Cluster Peru floods response are now available on www.sheltercluster.org, as well as in the Peru Resource Center. Peru interactive web map is available on : http://cernunosat05.cern.ch/REACH/Flex3/PER/ UNOSAT has also produced a map atlas at 4,000 scale for the city of Iquitos. Download map atlas in zip format (pdf. 82,590 Ko)
- [Fact Sheets on Peru Floods](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/fact-sheets-on-peru-floods/): REACH team is back from Loreto (Peru) and is now working on the Shelter Cluster Assessment Report. Preliminary Results and Fact Sheet of the Shelter Cluster Assessment in Loreto Department are now available on Peru Resource Center. Punchana, Loreto Department, Peru (July 2012)
- [REACH supports the Global Shelter Cluster in assessing IDP needs in Somalia](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-global-shelter-cluster-deployment-in-somalia/): → Somalia Shelter Sector Review - Final Report and Fact Sheets here. REACH has been deployed to Somalia in July 2012 within the framework of its global partnership with the Shelter Cluster in order to support the Tri-Cluster Strategy (Shelter/NFI-Health-WASH) launched on 20th June 2012 and which aims at addressing IDPs needs in Mogadishu. In order to
- [REACH / Global Shelter Cluster Peru floods response](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-global-shelter-cluster-peru-floods-response/): → Final Shelter Cluster Assessment Report is now available on Peru Reports as well as on the Shelter Cluster website. Here Spanish version → 14 new Static Maps are also available at Peru Resource Center Since late January heavy rains / snowfalls have caused large flooding affecting multiple countries in South America – particularly Peru, Colombia, Ecuador,
- [REACH facilitating a shelter cluster assessment in Mali](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-facilitating-a-shelter-cluster-assessment-in-mali/): Within the framework of its partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster, REACH has been deployed in Mali in November 2012 to provide shelter assessments and IM capacity to the country cluster. Mali is facing a multidimensional crisis, which combines droughts, floods and conflicts in the northern part of the country. Those issues led to internally
- [Somalia : REACH launches a new mapping exercise in IDP settlements in Doolow and Mogadishu](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-reach-launches-a-new-mapping-exercise-in-idp-settlements-in-doolow-and-mogadishu/): In Somalia, identified gaps in shelter, health, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), as well as in protection data, are hindering effective, coordinated and, most importantly, accountable delivery of assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs). Recognizing the lack of centralised and integrated datasets on IDP settlements in South Central Somalia, REACH proposes to develop a more
- [REACH providing analysis and technical support after Cyclone Mahasen/Bangladesh](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-providing-analysis-and-technical-support-after-cyclone-mahasen-bangladesh/): Cyclone Mahasen made landfall on May 16, 2013 in the Barisol division of southern Bangladesh. The Government of Bangladesh initiated the evacuation of more than 1 million people living in the storm’s path to storm shelters. After landfall, the cyclone quickly weakened and was downgraded to a tropical storm before dissipating over northern Bangladesh .
- [Libya : REACH supports the Ministry of Education in assessing school damage](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-in-libya-august-2012/): The REACH team in Libya is currently finalising two projects : The nationwide school assessment project launched in November 2011 in partnership with UNICEF and the Ministry of Education, which aims at identifying, assessing and mapping all schools in Libya. The information collected will contribute to addressing critical information gaps, thereby supporting the Ministry’s strategic planning and post-crisis recovery
- [REACH assists WASH sector to address Hepatitis E epidemic in Yida Refugee Settlement](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-assists-wash-sector-to-address-hepatitis-e-epidemic-in-yida-refugee-settlement/): Voices from the Field : Featured Article South Sudan: Since January, worrying levels of Hepatitis E have been observed in Yida Refugee Settlement, home to over 70,000 refugees, the majority of whom are children. In partnership with UNCHR, REACH has been assisting WASH actors in several ways to help inform their strategies for addressing this
- [Waterpoint Density in Al Za'atari Refugee Camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/al-zaatari-refugee-camp-waterpoint-density/): Voices from the Field : Featured Map Jordan : This map shows concentrations of water access points, both standalone tanks and those in WASH Centres, throughout the Za’atari camp - the biggest camp for Syrian refugees in the country. It was made by REACH in partnership with UNICEF in response to a need of better understanding
- [Humanitarian Exchange Magazine : Using GIS as a planning and Coordination tool in refugee camps in South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/humanitarian-exchange-magazine-using-gis-as-a-planning-and-coordination-tool-in-refugee-camps-in-south-sudan/): Voices from the Field : Featured Report South Sudan : Following disasters or in complex emergencies, a lack of data on affected population and needs often hinders effective humanitarian response. In the latest issue of the ODI’s “Humanitarian Exchange” magazine, REACH Assessment Specialist Clay Westrope and ACTED South Sudan Country Director Emilie Poisson outline how REACH
- [REACH starts Flood Vulnerability Mapping in South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-starts-flood-vulnerability-mapping-in-south-sudan/): Voices from the Field : Featured Article South Sudan : Warrap State in South Sudan is frequently affected by floods. Last year, an interagency assessment conducted in August 2012 reported that 8,580 individuals were affected across the State. Many locations in Warrap were even rendered inaccessible by flooding. Lack of accessibility creates severe challenges for an
- [The Meat Value Chain : Alay and Chon Alay Rayons, Kyrgyzstan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/the-meat-value-chain-alay-and-chon-alay-rayons-kyrgyzstan/): Voices from the Field : Featured Map Kyrgyzstan : This information graphic (infographic) shows the full value chain, from inputs to marketing, for livestock in the Alay and Chon Alay districts of southern Kyrgyzstan. It shows natural resources that lead to where and how livestock is produced, the processing of that livestock into different products, and
- [Tropical Storm Mahasen in Bangladesh : Phase 3 Shelter, WASH, Early Recovery Detailed Assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/tropical-storm-mahasen-in-bangladesh-phase-3-shelter-wash-early-recovery-detailed-assessment/): Voices from the Field : Featured Report Bangladesh : This report is the culmination of an interagency assessment conducted in areas of Bangladesh affected by Tropical Storm Mahasen in May 2013. The assessment was coordinated by the Government of Bangladesh and the Shelter, WASH and Early Recovery Clusters with technical support from IFRC and REACH. The
- [REACH Intervention in Kyrgyzstan featured in Study about New Media’s role in Peacebuilding Operations](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-intervention-in-kyrgyzstan-featured-in-study-about-new-medias-role-in-peacebuilding-operations/): Voices from the Field : Featured Report Kyrgyzstan : By reviewing the role of social media and technologies to support peace building efforts, Sarah Költzow’s research uses REACH Mapping Tool in Kyrgyzstan as an example of new media’s application to the humanitarian field. Indeed, using community-based mapping, this tool allowed the identification of conflict areas in
- [Syrian Refugee Response in Kurdistan, Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syrian-refugee-response-in-kurdistan-iraq/): Voices from the Field : Featured Map In August and September 2013 heavy fighting in north-eastern Syria provoked a sudden wave of people crossing the border into Kurdistan Region of Iraq. In order to respond to this influx, the Kurdistan Regional Government has been accommodating the refugees in numerous transitional sites while more permanent ones
- [Informing the Response to the Rapid Influx of Refugees into Kurdistan, Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/informing-the-response-to-the-rapid-influx-of-refugees-into-kurdistan-iraq-2/): Voices from the Field : Featured Report Iraq : In the Kurdish region in northern Iraq, a massive influx of Syrian refugees since August 15 has taken the humanitarian stakeholders by surprise. With already 149,258 refugees settled in Domiz camp and among host communities, an estimated 56,000 additional individuals arrived between mid-August and September 5. In
- [Informing Humanitarian Actors on the WASH Needs of Refugees Across Camps in Kurdistan, Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/informing-humanitarian-actors-on-the-wash-needs-of-refugees-across-camps-in-kurdistan-iraq/): Voices from the Field : Featured Report Iraq, Kurdistan Region : The rapid influx of refugees, approximately 61,000 new arrivals since the 15th of August 2013, has stretched the capacity and resources of aid actors, and led to challenges in the provision of basic services to the 220,000[1] Syrians residing in camps and urban settings across
- [Offline Mapping Platform : Call for Tender](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/offline-mapping-platform-call-for-tender/): ACTED and IMPACT Initiatives are inviting suppliers of consultancy services to submit offers for the following services : Consultancy services for Offline Mapping Platform More info here
- [REACH maps on Typhoon Haiyan emergency](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-assessing-typhoon-haiyan-damages/): 05.12.2013 New maps available : Tacloban - Displacement Site Location - 30.11.2013 Tacloban - Displacement sites Population - 30.11.2013 Tacloban - Displacement sites typology - 30.11.2013 Tacloban City - Displacement Sites - Latrines - 30.11.2013 Tacloban City - Displacement Sites - Shelter Arrangement - 30.11.2013 Tacloban City - Displacement Sites Types - 30.11.2013 Tacloban City
- [REACH conducted Rapid Intentions&Needs Assessment in Tacloban](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-deployment-after-typhoon-haiyan-in-the-philippines/): As the humanitarian consequences of the Typhoon Haiyan disaster in the Philippines are becoming more and more visible every day, rapid needs assessments are crucial for the coordination and planning of a multi-sectors humanitarian intervention. As of November 21st 3,166 Internally Displaced households were resident in 40 evacuation centres located in Tacloban City and the
- [REACH facilitated a Shelter and Wash Assessment after Typhoon Haiyan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-facilitated-a-shelterwash-assessment-after-typhoon-haiyan/): UPDATE - PHILIPPINES Humanitarian needs in the Philippines areas hit by Haiyan are critical and therefore must be assessed in order to facilitate a coordinated and efficient multi-sectors humanitarian intervention. REACH is taking an active role in the Multi- cluster Initial Rapid Assessment (MIRA) regarding WaSH and Shelter needs, which includes also the participation of: ACTED, IOM, Philippines
- [REACH Establishes Addressing System in Camps across the Kurdistan Region of Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-establishes-addressing-system-in-camps-across-the-kurdistan-region-of-iraq/): The Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) has been hosting Syrian refugees fleeing the ongoing conflict in their country since 2012. Domiz camp – the largest camp across the KRI – was established in April 2012 and is currently hosting more than 45,000 refugees. In addition, the rapid influx of refugees entering the KRI as of
- [South Sudan : REACH Emergency Deployment with the Global Shelter Cluster](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-reach-emergency-deployment-with-the-global-shelter-cluster/): REACH deployed with the Global Shelter Cluster in South Sudan to carry out a shelter assessment Through its stand-by partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster, REACH has been deployed to South Sudan on January 13rd, 2014 in order to facilitate a shelter assessment in Juba. The extensive presence of REACH throughout South Sudan facilitated such a rapid deployment in the
- [REACH Conducted Child Mapping Sessions in Kawergosk and Darashakran Camps, Kurdistan Region of Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-conducted-child-mapping-sessions-in-kawergosk-and-darashakran-camps-kurdistan-region-of-iraq/): The Kurdistan Region of Iraq has been hosting Syrian refugees fleeing the conflict since 2012, whereby almost half of the Syrian refugee population consists of children. Many children who have fled the Syrian conflict have little to no memories of life outside of a refugee camp which undergoes insufficiency of child friendly spaces and frequently
- [REACH Releases Interim Report of Open Street Map Damage Assessment Review with American Red Cross](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-releases-interim-report-of-openstreetmap-damage-assessment-review-with-american-red-cross/): Over the past years, crowdsourcing has been a source of information increasingly applied in the aftermath of a disaster, but not yet properly understood. One of the key developments of the humanitarian response to Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines in November 2013 has been the extensive use of the OpenStreetMap crowdsourcing platform to provide a rapid
- [Philippines : Groundtruthing Open Street Map Building Damage Assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/philippines-groundtruthing-openstreetmap-building-damage-assessment/): To gauge the accuracy of the crowd-sourced damage assessments from the OSM community, REACH and ARC conducted a study comparing enumerated field damage assessments with the remote damage assessments conducted by the OSM community in the days after Typhoon Haiyan. The conclusions and recommendations are intended to inform contributors and developers of crowd-sourcing platforms, as
- [REACH Establishes a Comprehensive Street Level Addressing System in Domiz Camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-establishes-a-comprehensive-street-level-addressing-system-in-domiz-camp/): Voices from the Field : Featured Map Domiz Camp was established in April 2012 and is by far the largest Syrian refugee camp in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI), located in the northern Governorate of Duhok along the border with Syria. Approximately 45,000 Syrian refugees are staying at Domiz Camp. The large size of
- [REACH Assessments Carried Out in Baidoa and Kismayo](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-assessments-carried-out-in-baidoa-and-kismayo/): REACH is engaged in Somalia since August 2012, contributing to the formulation of countrywide needs analysis and response strategies. In August 2012, Somalia Shelter Cluster requested REACH support for the Tri-Cluster (Shelter, Wash and Health) interventions in two IDPs settlements in Mogadishu: Zona K and Camp 77. REACH provided a comprehensive mapping of infrastructures, settlements
- [Planning Refugee Settlements in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/httpwww-reach-initiative-orgp6103/): In April 2013, on behalf of UNHCR, REACH began facilitating the planning process for anticipated refugee settlements in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah governorates in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). REACH led the efforts to develop both Darashakran and Arbat camps, each to accommodate 10,000 individuals, from site identification and analysis in the early phases
- [Economic Survey of Syrian Refugees in Camps in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/economic-survey-of-syrian-refugees-in-camps-in-the-kurdistan-region-of-iraq/): Around 220,000 have found refuge in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) including 95,877 Syrians residing in camps located throughout the three Governorates of the KRI.With an increasing number of refugees having lived in these camps for months and in some cases years, the need to understand the different livelihoods strategies used by refugee households
- [REACH Evaluates the Effect of the Syrian Refugee Crisis on Stability and Resilience in Jordanian Host Communities : Preliminary Impact Assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-evaluates-the-effect-of-the-syrian-refugee-crisis-on-stability-and-resilience-in-jordanian-host-communities-preliminary-impact-assessment/): Despite a significant effort of the humanitarian community to address basic needs and services delivery to Syrian refugees living in Jordan, institutions and service providers throughout the country, particularly in Northern communities, are still experiencing difficulties considering the constant growth of the population. REACH, in partnership with the British Embassy in Amman, is identifying the specific points of
- [REACH Releases Key Informant & District Profiling Report for Syrian Refugees in Host Communities in Jordan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-releases-key-informant-district-profiling-report-for-syrian-refugees-in-host-communities-in-jordan/): The influx of Syrian refugees into Jordan has placed considerable pressure on already strained resources and services available to Jordanian communities. This report presents the findings from a two-months assessment conducted by REACH, with the support of the British Embassy in Amman, in the governorates of Ajloun, Al Mafraq, Balqa, Irbid, Jarash, and Zarqa. REACH
- [Supporting more effective water supply in Za’atari Refugee Camp, Jordan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/supporting-more-effective-water-supply-in-zaatari-refugee-camp-jordan/): Voices from the Field : Featured Article Jordan : 120,000 Syrians are currently finding refuge in Za’atari refugee camp in north Jordan, situated in Mafraq governorate less than 10 kilometres from the border with Syria. Providing refugees with their essential daily needs is a challenging task that requires careful analysis of the situation and extensive coordination.
- [Jordan : REACH to anticipate winter needs in Za'atari refugee camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-reach-to-anticipate-winter-needs-in-zaatari-refugee-camp/): REACH Project to anticipate winterisation needs of Syrian refugees living in Za’atari Refugee Camp to enhance aid service delivery With temperatures dropping and winter fast approaching in Jordan, +100,000 Syrian refugees living in the Za’atari Refugee Camp may be at risk if not equipped with proper shelter and winterisation items. ACTED through its REACH initiative,
- [Jordan : REACH Hosted a Ministerial Coordination Meeting in Amman](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-reach-hosted-a-ministerial-coordination-meeting-in-amman/): REACH hosted a ministerial coordination meeting to set the framework for ongoing assessments in northern Jordan impacted by the Syrian refugee crisis On Monday December 23rd 2013, REACH Jordan hosted a ministerial coordination meeting in Amman between the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, Ministry of Interior, and Ministry of Municipal Affairs. The purpose of the meeting
- [REACH Launches Coordination Workshops With Government Officials in Jordan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-launches-coordination-workshops-with-government-officials-in-jordan/): In August 2013 REACH, funded by the British Embassy in Amman, began an assessment aimed at facilitating more evidence-based assistance to host communities in northern Jordan. As part of this process, on January 19th 2014 REACH launched the first of a series of coordination workshops with government officials across northern Jordan. The purpose of these workshops
- [REACH Identifies the ‘Perilous State’ of Refugees Living in Informal Tented Settlements in Jordan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-identifies-the-perilous-state-of-refugees-living-in-informal-tented-settlements-in-jordan/): Thousands of refugees from Syria arrive to Jordan every week and in most cases they have been forced to leave their homes quickly, leaving behind all their personal possessions. On their arrival, Syrian refugees are often unable to find work and are faced with highly inflated prices for accessing essential services, including food, water and shelter.
- [Jordan: Mass Communications Assessment Tests the Connection in Azraq Camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/mass-communications-assessment-tests-the-connection-in-azraq-camp/): Efficient distribution of information to beneficiaries is a critical part of effective aid provision. This is clear in Azraq refugee camp, where humanitarian organisations communicate regularly with the 36,225 Syrians currently residing there. In order to better understand and improve communication methods in the camp, REACH partnered with UNHCR to conduct the first Azraq Mass
- [Jordan: REACH and WFP assess food security and related vulnerabilities of Syrian refugees](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-reach-and-wfp-assess-food-security-and-related-vulnerabilities-of-syrian-refugees/): Since the onset of the Syrian conflict in early 2011, nearly five million Syrians have been forced to seek refuge in neighbouring countries, more than 655,000 of whom have been registered in Jordan as of December 2016. For the third consecutive year, REACH and the World Food Programme (WFP) have partnered to conduct a Comprehensive
- [Jordan: REACH and DRC pilot a new area-based approach to livelihoods research in East Amman](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-reach-and-drc-pilot-a-new-area-based-approach-to-livelihoods-research-in-east-amman/): As the Syria crisis extends into its seventh year, over 650,000 Syrians are registered as refugees in Jordan. The humanitarian and development community in Jordan has shifted its efforts to seeking durable solutions for Syrian refugees by focusing on enhancing livelihoods and developing economic resilience. This comes, however, against a backdrop of strained public services
- [Re-conceptualising wellbeing for Syrian refugees in Jordan and Lebanon](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/re-conceptualising-wellbeing-for-syrian-refugees/): Since the onset of the Syria crisis in 2011, Jordan has witnessed the arrival of over one million Syrians, of whom 665,000 are now registered as refugees with UNHCR.
- [Al Za’atari Camp Population Profile and Health Assessment, Jordan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/al-zaatari-camp-population-profile-and-health-assessment-jordan/): REACH continues to actively support the response to Syrian refugees hosted in Al Za'atari camp through regular monitoring and thematic assessments carried in partnerships with UNHCR, UNICEF and other operational aid actors. Two new reports are now available presenting findings from a camp population profile exercise as well as from a health sector assessment conducted
- [Evaluating the Impact of the Syrian Refugee Crisis on Jordanian Host Communities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-workshop-on-jordanian-communities-hosting-syrian-refugees/): To accompany the launch of the recent report: "Evaluating the Impact of the Syrian Refugee Crisis on Jordanian Host Communities", REACH organised a workshop in Geneva in April 2014 to present and discuss the findings. The project was funded by the British Embassy in Amman and carried out in collaboration with the Government of Jordan. REACH has
- [REACH supports response to Ninewa crisis, Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-supports-response-to-ninewa-crisis-iraq/): Ongoing fighting in Ninewa has already displaced an estimated 500,000 people. According to recent UNHCR estimates, 300,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) have fled Mosul for the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). Roughly 100,000 individuals have crossed to Erbil and 200,000 individuals are in Dohuk. IDP intentions remain unclear, but information suggests that 30% are passing
- [Informing Humanitarian Action with GIS in Al-Za'atari Camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/informing-humanitarian-action-with-gis-in-al-zaatari-camp-2/): Row after row of tents and containers line sandy roads dotted with power lines. In the distance you can see football fields and markets. This sprawling urban area, spanning over 20km2, is Al Za’atari Refugee Camp, one of the largest refugee camps in the world. Using innovative surveying techniques with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology,
- [REACH's mapping support to site planning for IDP camps, Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-mapping-support-to-site-planning-for-idp-camps-iraq/): REACH is providing support for the relief response to the current displacement crisis in Iraq through site mapping, analysis and planning for IDP settlements. REACH has developed a plan for Khazir camp near Khabat to accommodate some 6,000 displaced persons. Building on modules REACH developed for refugee camps in the Kurdish Region of Iraq (KRI),
- [Baseline report for the impact evaluation of DFID’s BRACE programme, South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/baseline-report-for-the-impact-evaluation-of-dfids-brace-programme-south-sudan/): As REACH consortium partners, ACTED and IMPACT Initiatives have just released the quasi-experimental baseline report for the impact evaluation of the “Building Resilience through Asset Creation and Enhancement” (BRACE) programme of the UK Department for International Development (DFID). BRACE programme provides food and cash transfers to households, while building skills, physical assets and knowledge, with
- [Aleppo City Key Informants Assessment, Syria Crisis](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/aleppo-city-key-informants-assessment-syria-crisis/): Since January 2013, the extensive shelling of Aleppo has left part of the city in ruins and caused massive population displacement, as well as the regrouping of the remaining population in the south-western parts of the eastern city area. As of early June 2014, significant population displacement out of eastern Aleppo was still ongoing due
- [REACH Completes August Overview of Displacement Trends in Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-completes-august-overview-of-displacement-trends-in-iraq/): Before the start of 2014, Iraq already had one of the largest internally displaced populations in the world, at up to an estimated 1.3 million. Around half of these had been displaced by sectarian violence since 2006. In addition, Iraq is hosting around 215,000 Syrian refugees, and many more unregistered, over 95% of these in
- [REACH Releases Urban Area Humanitarian Profiles of Northern Syria Cities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-releases-urban-area-humanitarian-profiles-of-northern-syria-cities/): Through Key Informant interviews and direct field observations, REACH carried out rapid assessments on food, health and water in Eastern Aleppo, Deir ez-Zor, Al Hasakeh, and Qamishli. Assessment findings highlight sector specific needs, priorities and severity levels to inform the ongoing relief response. A summary of the data collected is available in the form of
- [REACH Reports on Social Cohesion in Communities Hosting Syrian Refugees in Jordan ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-reports-on-social-cohesion-in-communities-hosting-syrian-refugees-in-jordan/): REACH continues to actively support the response to the Syrian crisis by monitoring the tensions in communities hosting Syrian refugees in Jordan. In consultation with the government and operational partners in Jordan, REACH identified information gaps in the data currently available on the causes of tensions within the host communities. In order to address these gaps,
- [Regional Assessment of Displaced Syrians in Informal Settlements within Syria and Neighbouring Countries](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/regional-assessment-of-displaced-syrians-in-informal-settlements-within-syria-and-neighbouring-countries/): REACH carried out an analysis of the needs and vulnerabilities of displaced Syrians staying in informal settlements, using primary data collected from 149 settlements in Syria and Jordan, together with secondary data from Syria Jordan and Lebanon. The report addresses an urgent need to inform humanitarian actors of the specific needs and challenges faced in informal settlements, for which little data
- [REACH Releases Philippines Shelter Sector Response Monitoring Report](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-releases-second-shelter-sector-response-monitoring-in-the-philippines/): Following the massive destruction wrought by Typhoon Haiyan in early November 2013, humanitarian efforts continue to support thousands of affected people in the Philippines to rebuild their homes and livelihoods. The latest assessment carried out by REACH aimed to understand remaining needs of the affected population, the differing needs of vulnerable groups and outcomes of the shelter sector
- [REACH releases Gendrassa Refugee Camp Profile](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-releases-gendrassa-refugee-camp-profile/): Before Gendrassa Camp is one of four camps in Maban County, Upper Nile State, South Sudan that house over 125,000 refugees who fled from conflict in Blue Nile State in Sudan. While the situation in Maban County has transitioned to a post-emergency phase, the conflict that erupted in South Sudan in December 2013 has led
- [REACH Completes Rapid Assessment for Shelter and CCCM Clusters in Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-completes-rapid-assessment-for-shelter-and-cccm-clusters-in-iraq/): Following the declaration of a level 3 emergency in Iraq on August 14th, the most severe type of humanitarian crisis, REACH has been working with the Shelter and Camp Management and Camp Coordination (CCCM) Clusters to complete a rapid assessment of households displaced by conflict in Iraq. The assessment was conducted as part of REACH's long-standing agreement
- [REACH releases overview of Syrian Refugees staying in Informal Tented Settlements in Jordan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-releases-overview-of-informal-tented-settlements-in-jordan/): Informal tented settlements have been present in Jordan since the beginning of the Syrian refugee crisis, but little data exists on the needs and vulnerabilities of those who live there. Staying on private land, often in makeshift shelters, refugees in informal tented settlements are impoverished, and often vulnerable to eviction. ­­REACH conducted a nationwide census of Syrian refugees
- [Internal displacement profiles released for Anbar, Diyala, Salah Al Din, Ninewa & Wassit governorates, Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/internal-displacement-profiles-released-for-anbar-diyala-salah-al-din-ninewa-wassit-governorates-iraq/): REACH conducted an Area of Origin Assessment to understand the needs and vulnerabilities of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and host communities in the Iraqi governorates of Anbar, Diyala, Ninewa, Salah Al Din and Wassit. Data was collected between 8-15 September in response to information gaps in these areas where humanitarian access is severely limited by
- [REACH releases new report on climatic extremes and early warning systems in Chad](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-releases-new-report-on-climatic-extremes-and-early-warning-systems-in-chad/): The Lake Fitri Drainage basin in Eastern Chad is home almost two million people, whose lives are affected by floods and droughts every year. In an area already affected by conflict and rebellion, these extreme weather events are severely impacting the resilience of the local communities. The BRACED project, funded by the UK Department for
- [Innovative assessment tools for the Syrian refugee response](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/innovative-assessment-tools-in-the-syrian-refugee-crisis/): REACH has pioneered an innovative new sampling methodology in northern Jordan, using mobile phone applications and Geographical Information Systems (GIS). The methodology forms part of a monitoring and evaluation framework for the Jordan Emergency Services and Social Resilience Project (JESSRP), funded by the World Bank. With the protracted Syrian refugee crisis extending into its fourth
- [First round of profiles released for IDP camps and sites in Northern Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/first-round-of-profiles-released-for-idp-camps-and-sites-in-northern-iraq/): The worsening security situation in parts of northern and central Iraq has caused mass internal displacement across much of the country. More than 48% of the 2.3 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) have sought refuge in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI), Diyala and Ninewa governorates. Informal settlements and formal camps have been established or
- [REACH supports efforts to improve sanitation in the Philippines](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-supports-efforts-to-improve-sanitation-in-the-philippines/): In the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan, REACH assessments of damage to water and sanitation infrastructure informed emergency response and early recovery planning, including the rehabilitation of water systems and latrines in the most affected areas. More than one year on, the focus has shifted from emergency interventions to sustainable development, and there is a critical
- [Assessing Water, Sanitation and Hygiene needs of Syrian Refugees in Lebanon](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/assessing-wash-needs-and-practices-of-syrian-refugee-households-in-lebanon/): As the Syrian Crisis enters its fourth year, the number of Syrian refugees living in Lebanon is now exceeding 1.1 million[1]. Such a significant population increase has placed the country’s infrastructure under strain, notably with regards to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). This has been especially true for the Akkar Governorate in northern Lebanon, which now
- [Coordinated assessment supports humanitarian response to "the world's largest protection crisis"](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/coordinated-needs-assessment-supports-humanitarian-response-to-the-worlds-largest-protection-crisis/): At a briefing for major donors in Ankara in early December, REACH presented the findings of a multi-sector needs assessment of 126 areas in Northern Syria, together with key humanitarian partners including the United Nations Office of Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) and the Syria Needs Analysis Project (SNAP). The needs assessment is a joint effort by the humanitarian
- [Rapid mapping of storm damage in Za’atari Camp, Jordan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/rapid-mapping-of-storm-damage-in-zaatari-camp-jordan/): Torrential rains, heavy snow, high winds and hail have swept across the Middle East, exacerbating the already precarious living conditions of tens of thousands of Syrian refugees, many in camps and informal settlements. Storm Huda has caused significant damage to shelters and infrastructure in Za’atari refugee camp, where REACH teams are supporting humanitarian partners to map
- [Bilingual maps promote coordination in Iraq’s displacement sites](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/bilingual-maps-promote-coordination-in-iraqs-displacement-sites/): Camps and informal settlements are home to thousands of displaced families in Iraq’s Northern Governorates and the Kurdistan Region, KRI, where around 220,000 Syrian refugees and 1.2 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) currently live. To cope with the large number of arrivals between June and August 2014, many new displacement sites have recently been established
- [Building Capacity on Coordinated Humanitarian Assessments for the Syria Crisis](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/comprehensive-training-on-coordinated-assessments-and-information-management/): Last week, REACH carried out a Comprehensive Training on Needs Assessment in Gaziantep, Turkey, in partnership with the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) and the Syria Needs Analysis Project (SNAP). The training was attended by 35 participants from 30 different organizations, in order to develop the skills of assessment stakeholders,
- [REACH Analysis Supports Camp Coordination and Camp Management in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-analysis-supports-camp-coordination-and-camp-management-in-syria/): Turkey: REACH presented new analysis to the Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) Cluster last week, which provides crucial information about sites for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in northern Syria. The preliminary findings are part of a wider project to map camps and informal settlement sites, estimated to house some 50,000 displaced people in Aleppo Governorate alone, who have fled their
- [REACH presents key information on the humanitarian response in Niger](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-presents-key-information-on-the-humanitarian-response-in-niger/): Last week, REACH presented key information about the humanitarian response in Niger's Diffa region, to an audience of over 30 government and humanitarian stakeholders. The data, collected by REACH, includes information on 3,451 ongoing humanitarian activities throughout the region, in order to improve the coordination of humanitarian assistance and identify synergies and gaps in the current
- [Joint project with UNITAR explores crowd-sourcing in emergency response](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/joint-project-with-unitar-explores-crowd-sourcing-in-emergency-response/): This week, REACH is at a Science festival in London to present a new project which explores the role of crowd-sourcing in an emergency response. The Geotag-X Project, developed with the United Nations Institute of Training and Research (UNITAR), allows volunteers to answer simple questions about photographs from a humanitarian emergency, and collectively analyse large quantities of data. Part of Citizen Cyberlab, a research project
- [Internal displacement in Syria: a case study](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/internal-displacement-in-syria-a-case-study/): This week, REACH released the first of a series of case studies examining internal displacement in Syria. The short profile examines the displacement of two groups of internally displaced persons (IDPs) from the same community in Idleb, northern Syria. Between 2012 and 2013, following increasing insecurity in the town of Maarrat al Nu'man, thousands of households were
- [REACH deployed to Ukraine to support the Global Shelter Cluster](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-deployed-to-ukraine-to-support-the-global-shelter-cluster/): Approximately 1.1 million people have been displaced from their homes due to ongoing conflict in the Donbas region of Ukraine. Access to basic lifesaving services has been disrupted throughout much of the affected area and the influx of displaced persons has placed a strain on markets, resulting in steadily increasing prices of food and non-food items. Displacement
- [Remote damage assessments show the devastating effect of ongoing conflict in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/detailed-damage-assessments-show-the-devastating-effect-of-ongoing-conflict-in-syria/): Remote damage assessments carried out through the REACH Initiative have enabled humanitarian actors to better understand the situation in Syria in areas with limited humanitarian access. Satellite imagery and analysis have shown conflict-related damage across the country, and allowed emergency responders to monitor humanitarian access, track population movement and assess conditions for displaced persons in camps. The role of
- [Broad review of internal displacement patterns in South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/broad-review-of-internal-displacement-in-south-sudan/): REACH has released a new report examining the profile and displacement patterns of internally displaced persons in sites across South Sudan. The study addresses the need for a broad overview of internal displacement in the country, which has caused over 2 million individuals to become displaced since the start of the the current conflict in December 2013, including over 500,000 refugees,
- [REACH conducts a training of trainers to expand Market Monitoring in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-conducts-a-training-of-trainers-to-expand-market-monitoring-in-syria/): On the 26th of May, REACH carried out a training of trainers (ToT) in Antakya, Turkey, focusing on the implementation of a Market Monitoring Tool in Syria. The training was organised jointly with the Cash Based Responses Technical Working Group (CBR – TWG), which was established in March 2014 to analyse the impact of the ongoing
- [REACH holds its annual Global Coordination Meeting in Geneva](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-holds-its-annual-global-coordination-meeting-in-geneva/): From the 17th to the 19th of June, REACH organized its Annual Global Coordination Meeting, gathering over 40 field staff from 15 countries in Genava's headquarters. The first day opened with an introductory presentation of REACH's background, achievements and perspectives, and then gave field staff the opportunity to provide an overview of REACH past and current work,
- [Northern Mali: Limited access to water for affected communities in Kidal, Timbuktu and Gao](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/access-to-water-in-three-cities-in-the-north-of-mali/): For the past several years, Mali has been facing multiple challenges related to chronic (poverty, lack of basic services) and cyclical factors (crop loss, conflict). The political crisis in 2012 has particularly affected the North of the country, leading to insecurity, displacement of populations (86,000 persons are estimated to have fled due to conflict), the
- [Food insecurity among Syrian refugees increases as food assistance decreases](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/food-insecurity-among-syrian-refugees-increases-as-food-assistance-decreases/): Between March and May 2015, in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP), REACH conducted a nationwide Comprehensive Food Security Monitoring Exercise (CFSME) to evaluate the level of food insecurity among registered Syrian refugee families living in Jordan. Over 5,000 interviews and 22 focus group discussions were conducted to provide a robust understanding of food
- [Displacement site profiling supports camp management in South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/displacement-site-profiling-supports-camp-management-in-south-sudan/): Building on the collaboration between REACH and the Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) cluster in Iraq throughout 2014-15, REACH has been partnering with the IOM Displacement Tracking Matrix team, camp managers and the CCCM Cluster in South Sudan since June 2015 to regularly produce standardised information products across the major displacement sites in the
- [Jordan: Comprehensive Child Focused Assessments review service provision in Za’atari and Azraq Refugee Camps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-comprehensive-child-focused-assessments-review-service-provision-in-zaatari-and-azraq-refugee-camps/): Children make up over half of the Syrian refugees in Jordan and are particularly vulnerable to the profound impact of the ongoing conflict. To continue to provide effective programming and support, humanitarian actors require current and up-to-date information to assess service provision in sectors particularly important to child development. UNICEF, in collaboration with REACH, led two
- [Jordan: Comprehensive reports analyze drivers of tensions and satisfaction with service delivery within host communities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-comprehensive-reports-analyze-drivers-of-tensions-and-satisfaction-with-service-delivery-within-host-communities-2/): At present, there are over 629,000 Syrian refugees living in Jordan, a vast majority (85%) of whom live outside formal refugee camps, in host communities. This significant population shift has increased competition for employment and shelter in the host communities as well as highlighted the pressures put on Jordan’s already overburdened resources. Between August and
- [Syria: Household-level study assesses critical humanitarian needs in Aleppo](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-household-level-study-assesses-critical-humanitarian-needs-in-aleppo/): The conflict in Syria which broke out in 2011 spread to the Aleppo Governorate almost a year later in early 2012. As a result of ongoing fighting, Aleppo- the largest city in Syria- has become fractured between a regime-held “western” section and an opposition-controlled “eastern” section. In March 2015, REACH conducted a household-level humanitarian needs assessment
- [REACH informs the shift of WFP’s new targeting policy in Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-informs-the-shift-of-wfps-new-targeting-policy-in-iraq/): As funding constraints increasingly hinder the continued provision of blanket food assistance for the Syrian Refugee crisis, the World Food Programme (WFP) commissioned REACH in Iraq to conduct an assessment in support of a programmatic shift to targeted assistance in May 2015. Effectively a census of all Syrian refugee camps, the assessment was designed to
- [REACH support to the CCCM Community Level IDP Tracking Project in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-support-to-the-cccm-community-level-idp-tracking-project-in-syria/): In late April 2015, the REACH Geographic Information System (GIS) team in Turkey launched a community-level Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) tracking map project. The aim of the project was to enhance the value of an IDP Tracking spreadsheet which was produced by the Camp Coordination and Camp Management Cluster (CCCM) to track notable displacements in
- [Somalia: Rapid Needs Assessment in the aftermath of the Middle Shabelle floods](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-rapid-needs-assessment-in-the-aftermath-of-the-middle-shabelle-floods/): On 29th May 2015, in response to the flooding of the Middle Shabelle region in Somalia, REACH, in coordination with the Inter-Cluster Coordination Group (ICCG) and the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), triggered a Somalia Initial Rapid Needs Assessment (SIRNA). Funded by the EU Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection Department (ECHO) and
- [REACH expands support to the WASH Cluster at global and local levels](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-expands-support-to-the-wash-cluster-at-global-and-local-levels/): In July 2015, REACH launched a new partnership with the Global Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Cluster (GWC), led by UNICEF, aiming to provide general support and counselling in Information Management and Assessments, and to strengthen the WASH Cluster's capacity at both global and country levels for evidence-based decision making and aid planning. As part of
- [REACH teams deployed to conduct rapid assessment of recent arrivals in the EU](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-teams-deployed-in-balkans-and-mena-to-conduct-rapid-assessment-of-refugee-migration-to-the-eu/): The year 2015 has witnessed a massive escalation in the number of asylum seekers arriving in Europe and the situation has particularly deteriorated over the past month. According to UNHCR, there were 411,567 sea arrivals in Europe this year with 29,468 arrivals in the month of September alone. As large numbers of people continue to
- [Vanuatu: Evaluating Shelter response in the aftermath of Cyclone Pam](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/vanuatu-evaluating-shelter-response-in-the-aftermath-of-cyclone-pam/): On the night of 13th March 2015, Cyclone Pam hit the island of Vanuatu, affecting an estimated 188,000 people across all six provinces and causing widespread damage to personal shelters, infrastructure and livelihoods. At the end of March, REACH was deployed to Vanuatu in partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster to implement a detailed Shelter
- [Multi-sector needs assessment guides humanitarian response planning in Libya](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/multi-sector-needs-assessment-guides-humanitarian-response-planning-in-libya/): Years of political instability and a progressive deterioration of the security situation in Libya has caused severe damage to critical infrastructure including shelter, schools and healthcare facilities as well as resulted in significant displacement within the country. This has left many individuals in need of assistance, the delivery of which has been disrupted by access
- [New REACH study analyses communication channels and social media usage in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/new-reach-study-analyses-communication-channels-and-social-media-usage-inside-syria/): A conflict on a scale as large as the one ongoing in Syria is bound to disrupt and bring about intermissions in existing channels of communication. However, to date, few surveys have undertaken a broad analysis of information needs, channels and barriers faced in accessing communication platforms by Syrians within the country. To fill such
- [Multi-Cluster Needs Assessment informs ongoing response to internal displacement crisis in Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/multi-cluster-needs-assessment-informs-ongoing-response-to-internal-displacement-crisis-in-iraq/): The current internal displacement crisis in Iraq originated in late 2013 when conflict broke out between Armed Groups and the Iraq Security Forces in Anbar governorate. Ever since, the spread of insecurity into northern and central parts of Iraq has caused large scale displacement with 3,171,606 internally displaced persons (IDPs) currently identified across the country.
- [REACH conducts third round of IDP camp profiling in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-conducts-third-round-of-idp-camp-profiling-in-the-kurdistan-region-of-iraq/): In mid-August 2014, the escalation of conflict in Iraq precipitated a large influx of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) into the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). This brought about the setup of several spontaneous settlements as well as the sudden development of a few planned camps across the region. In this context, REACH and the Camp
- [Return intentions of IDPs and the future of Protection of Civilians sites in South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/return-intentions-of-idps-and-the-future-of-protection-of-civilians-sites-in-south-sudan/): South Sudan is nearly two years into a violent conflict that forced an estimated 1.6 million people to leave their homes. The vast majority of these people remain displaced with marginal access to the necessities of life – clean water, food or shelter. Many internally displaced persons (IDPs) have integrated into host communities across the
- [REACH Rapid Assessment identifies Priority Winter Needs of Syrians living in Za’atari Camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-rapid-assessment-identifies-priority-winter-needs-of-syrians-living-in-zaatari-camp/): Winters in northern Jordan’s Al Mafraq governorate, home to Za’atari refugee camp, stand in stark contrast to its hot, dry summers. Temperatures drop to lows of 3°C, and heavy rainfall and cold winds are common. Last year, refugees in Za’atari experienced torrential rains, heavy snow, high winds, and hail in two winter storms- Huda in
- [CCCM site assessment identifies needs of IDPs living in informal settings in Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/cccm-site-assessment-identifies-needs-of-idps-living-in-informal-settings-in-iraq/): The current internal displacement crisis in Iraq originated in late 2013 and at present there are 3,171,606 internally displaced persons (IDPs) identified across the country. In this context, the Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) Cluster, in partnership with the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and REACH, updated the Informal IDP Site Assessment of the Kurdistan
- [Recent REACH assessment identifies priority winterisation needs in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/recent-reach-assessment-identifies-priority-winterisation-needs-in-syria/): Throughout Syria, people are bracing themselves for winter while continuing to deal with the effects of protracted conflict, such as damaged infrastructure and limited access to essential services. The crisis, which is now entering its fifth year, has left 13.5 million people in need of assistance inside the country, including more than 5.6 million children.
- [Remote monitoring highlights humanitarian situation in hard-to-reach areas of South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/remote-monitoring-highlights-humanitarian-situation-in-hard-to-reach-areas-of-south-sudan/): REACH has just published the first series of reports providing comprehensive information about the humanitarian situation in Unity State, South Sudan. The report covers 38 conflict-affected communities within the state and describes ongoing humanitarian needs related to water and sanitation, food security, health and education. It also provides detailed information about drivers of displacement in
- [Syria: Monitoring food, NFI, and fuel prices in the Syrian Northern governorates during 2015](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-monitoring-food-nfi-and-fuel-prices-in-the-syrian-northern-governorates-during-2015/): During 2015, the Cash Based Responses Working Group (CBR), with the support of REACH, has been monitoring prices in Syria’s northern governorates of Idleb, Lattakia, Aleppo, Hama, Ar- Raqqa, Deir ez-Zor and al-Hasakeh. 11 partners contributed resources to this initiative, collecting data on a monthly basis in over 40 sub district. As a result of
- [Assessing disaster preparedness in Rakhine state, Myanmar](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/assessing-disaster-preparedness-in-rakhine-state-myanmar/): For people living in Myanmar’s coastal state of Rakhine, natural disasters are a regular feature of everyday life. Since the year 2000, the state has been hit by a cyclone once every two to three years. In July 2015, Cyclone Komen displaced thousands from their homes and destroyed much of the season’s rice crop in
- [Myanmar: Socio-Ecological assessment investigates trends and drivers of change affecting mangroves in northern Rakhine](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/myanmar-socio-ecological-assessment-investigates-trends-and-drivers-of-change-affecting-mangroves-in-northern-rakhine/): Myanmar’s coastal state of Rakhine is prone to multiple natural hazards and people’s vulnerability to these hazards is further exacerbated by weak infrastructure and chronic underdevelopment. Against this background, the Program for Increased Disaster Management and Resilience Against Natural Disaster (IDM-RAND) was launched in 2014 as a consortium of organisations led by International Organisation of
- [Education Needs Assessment in North Rakhine State, Myanmar](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/education-needs-assessment-in-north-rakhine-state-myanmar/): Physically isolated from the rest of Myanmar, by inaccessible ranges of mountains and hills, is the state of Rakhine. A combination of geography, history and ethno-regional politics, has seen Rakhine’s social and economic development slow down. Sporadic tensions between Buddhist and Muslim communities have characterised much of Rakhine’s modern history, but erupted most recently and
- [Monitoring food, NFI, and fuel prices in the Syrian Northern governorates during 2015](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/monitoring-food-nfi-and-fuel-prices-in-the-syrian-northern-governorates-during-2015/): During 2015, the Cash Based Responses Working Group (CBR), with the support of REACH, has been monitoring prices in Syria’s northern governorates of Idleb, Lattakia, Aleppo, Hama, Ar- Raqqa, Deir ez-Zor and al-Hasakeh. 11 partners contributed resources to this initiative, collecting data on a monthly basis in over 40 sub district. As a result of
- [Mingkaman Spontaneous Settlement Population Count](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/mingkaman-spontaneous-settlement-population-count/): Since October 2015 a large influx of internally displaced persons (IDPs) crossed the Nile to reach Mingkaman from neighbouring Jonglei State. In November and December, new arrivals came following attacks which took place on the 17th of November, targeting civilian populations and government and NGO assets in Jelle and Parker Payams, Twic East County, Jonglei
- [Monitoring the Jordan Emergency Services and Social Resilience Project](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/monitoring-the-jordan-emergency-services-and-social-resilience-project/): In its fifth year, the Syria crisis has forced over four million people to flee the country, mostly to neighbouring Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq and Turkey. Of the 635,324 Syrian refugees registered with UNHCR in Jordan approximately 83% live in host communities, rather than formal camps. This has placed considerable strain on already over-stretched infrastructure and
- [New displacement from Aleppo city](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/11431/): A rapid assessment of Aleppo City conducted by REACH estimates that between 10-20% of the population of eastern Aleppo has fled their homes in the past days, while the anticipation of further escalation of the conflict is likely to result in further displacement. Since the beginning of February, some 42,000 people have already fled their
- [Iraq: Comparative Multi-Cluster Assessment of Internally Displaced Persons Living in Camps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-comparative-multi-cluster-assessment-of-internally-displaced-persons-living-in-camps/): The escalation of violent conflict between Armed Groups and the Iraqi government has seen an estimated 3.2 million Iraqis internally displaced as of January 2016 – primarily towards the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). This large scale of internal displacement started in the governorate of Anbar, where violence began and escalated in June 2014, spreading
- [South Sudan: Mapping tensions between refugees and host community in Gendrassa, Maban County](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-mapping-tensions-between-refugees-and-host-community-in-gendrassa-maban-county/): The outbreak of violence between armed groups in South Kordofan in June 2011, which later spread to Blue Nile State in September 2011, caused thousands of people to flee their homes – the vast majority of which crossed the border to neighbouring South Sudan. While those from South Kordofan primarily fled to Pariang County, in
- [Syria: latest findings from REACH Aleppo rapid assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-latest-findings-from-reach-aleppo-rapid-assessment/): Since January 31st, intensified conflict in Aleppo Governorate has prompted the displacement of at least 70,000 people from rural villages in northern Aleppo governorate and from eastern Aleppo city, seeking protection and humanitarian assistance in areas close to the border of Turkey. Additionally, according to REACH findings, 50 to 70% (i.e. corresponding to 127,500 to
- [Libya: REACH Multi-Sector Needs Assessment Update](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-reach-multi-sector-needs-assessment-update/): Since July 2014, Libya has been in a state of civil unrest due to conflict between rival parties and armed groups. In 2016, continued political instability and ongoing armed conflict in Libya led to deteriorating living conditions and reduced access to essential services for a significant part of the country. Today, estimated 2.44 million people
- [Chad: REACH’s Initial Multisectorial Assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/chad-reachs-initial-multisectorial-assessment/): Since 2014, violence in parts of north-eastern Nigeria have gradually extended to Chad. Increased attacks by armed groups on civilian populations in 2015 triggered large internal displacements in Chad, as well as the return of Chadians living in Nigeria. Following this increased insecurity, the state of Chad declared a state of emergency around the area
- [Syria: REACH Humanitarian Situation Overview](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-reach-humanitarian-situation-overview/): Since the outbreak of conflict in 2011, Syria has become the site of the largest humanitarian crisis in the world. The dynamic and multi-faceted nature of the Syrian crisis has posed significant challenges for humanitarian information management. Accessibility and security issues within Syria have impeded systematic data collection efforts, limiting the effectiveness of humanitarian planning
- [Syria: REACH’s Rapid Assessment of Displacement and Needs in Southwest Dar’a Governorate](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-reachs-rapid-assessment-of-displacement-and-needs-in-southwest-dara-governorate/): Since March 21st, conflict in southwest Dar’a governorate has intensified, following a period of post-ceasefire relative calm. REACH conducted a rapid assessment to identify patterns of displacement caused by the recent conflict, and detail the humanitarian needs of both recently displaced people and people who remain in conflict affected communities. Conflict affected areas include Tassil,
- [Iraq: Education Assessment of IDPs (non-camp) and Host Communities in Dahuk Governorate, Kurdistan Region of Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-education-assessment-of-idps-non-camp-and-host-communities-in-dahuk-governorate-kurdistan-region-of-iraq/): The escalation of violent conflict between Armed Groups and the Iraqi government has seen an estimated 3.2 million Iraqis internally displaced as of April 2016. This large scale internal displacement started in Anbar governorate in early 2014 and escalated in June 2014, spreading across much of northern and central Iraq. Among all governorates in Iraq, Dahuk
- [South Sudan: Creating a Data Driven Response to Remote Areas in Unity State](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-creating-a-data-driven-response-to-remote-areas-in-unity-state/): Numerous regions in South Sudan are difficult to access due to a variety of factors, including conflict, poor roads and limited phone networks, making it unclear and difficult to identify what the most pressing needs are. During the first week of May, REACH, in cooperation with numerous NGOs and UN agencies, conducted a needs assessment
- [Somalia: Informing drought response in the Somaliland and Puntland States](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-informing-drought-response-in-the-somaliland-and-puntland-states/): Cumulative and prolonged droughts in Somalia have been exacerbated by the breakdown in civil administration over the last 25 years in many areas of the country, and more recently by the changing global environment, especially the el-Nino weather system. Most recently, 3 seasons of below average rainfall have contributed to an emerging drought situation in
- [REACH releases its 2015 Activity Report](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-releases-its-2015-activity-report/): REACH just released its 2015 Activity Report, providing an overview of the work conducted by REACH teams in 2015 across 17 countries. The report provides example of assessments, monitoring and evaluation activities coordinated and implemented by REACH under its three pillars: 1. Planning in emergencies 2. Understanding displacement and 3. Accessing community resilience. In 2015
- [Jordan: Improving Understanding of Syrian and Jordanian Women’s Livelihoods and Workforce Participation](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-improving-understanding-of-syrian-and-jordanian-womens-livelihoods-and-workforce-participation/): During the “Supporting Syria and the Region” donor conference held in London in February 2016, a number of donor governments, multilateral donors and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan concluded the “Jordan Compact”. This compact offers a new approach to the refugee situation in Jordan – where Jordan aims to allow 200,000 refugees to work in
- [South Sudan: A multi-sectorial snapshots of hard-to-reach areas](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-a-multi-sectorial-snapshots-of-hard-to-reach-areas/): Conflict broke out in South Sudan in December 2013. Due to its localised tribal dynamics and natural resources the Greater Upper Nile Region – Jonglei, Unity and Upper Nile States – has been most affected by the conflict. In response to the high levels of displacement, as well as destruction of personal and private property
- [Libya: Displacement in Sirte and IDP Needs Assessment and Protection Monitoring](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-displacement-in-sirte-and-idp-needs-assessment-and-protection-monitoring/): In April/May 2016 fresh clashes in Sirte triggered a new wave of displacement forcing thousands more residents to flee. Following this recent displacement of IDPs to the West of Sirte, REACH conducted a rapid IDP protection needs assessment in partnership with UNHCR to identify the main needs and priorities of IDPs. REACH found that in
- [South Sudan: REACH and WASH Cluster conduct baseline assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-reach-and-wash-cluster-conduct-baseline-assessment/): South Sudan is faced with a myriad of challenges, some of which arise from historical marginalization, poverty and under-development, others are driven by more recent events, including the conflict which began in December 2013. Today, more than 2.3 million people – one in every five people in South Sudan - have been forced to flee
- [Jordan: Developing a Frequent Monitoring Framework to track progress made by UN agencies’ programming](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-developing-a-frequent-monitoring-framework-to-track-progress-made-by-un-agencies-programming/): Since the outbreak of the Syria crisis, Jordan has been seeking to accelerate the country’s development whilst mitigating the impact the crisis has had on the country. The United Nations Assistance Framework, UNAF – which outlines six key outcomes and related targets for resilience programming in Jordan – serves as a common strategic framework that enables
- [South Sudan: IDP Caseload Estimate and Selected Locations in Juba for July 11-18, 2016](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-idp-caseload-estimate-and-selected-locations-in-juba-for-july-11-18-2016/): REACH and Global WASH Cluster teams in Juba, South Sudan, were able to monitor and track displacements from targeted populations within and outside the capital city during the last 10 days' renewed outbreak of violence. The estimates show that as many as 68,000 IDPs took shelter in different areas. The two preferred locations on July
- [RCA: Mise à jour mensuelle du Mécanisme de Réponse Rapide avec UNICEF](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/rca-mise-a-jour-mensuelle-du-mecanisme-de-reponse-rapide-avec-unicef/): La dernière mise à jour du bulletin de RRM d'Août 2016 est disponible sur ce lien. La mise à jour du bulletin de RRM de Juillet 2016 est disponible sur ce lien. De multiples déplacements de populations ont eu lieu en République Centrafricaine (RCA) depuis 2005 du fait de conflits et crimes. Depuis Décembre 2013,
- [CAR: Monthly update of the Rapid Response Mechanism with UNICEF](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/car-monthly-update-of-the-rapid-response-mechanism-with-unicef/): Please follow this link to access the latest Rapid Response Mechanism update for August 2016. Please follow this link to access the Rapid Response Mechanism update for July 2016. Multiple displacement has taken place in Central African Republic (CAR) since 2005 as a result of conflict and crime. Since December 2013, nearly 900,000 people have fled their homes: an estimated 436,000
- [Syria: Monthly Market Monitoring reflects how local markets cope with the conflict in Northern Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-monthly-market-monitoring-reflects-how-local-markets-cope-with-the-conflict-in-northern-syria/): To access the full updated Syria Market Monitoring factsheet for the September 2016 round of data collection, follow this link. To access the full updated Syria Market Monitoring factsheet for the August 2016 round of data collection, follow this link. To access the full updated Syria Market Monitoring factsheet for the July 2016 round of
- [European Migration Crisis: Findings from REACH January 2016 assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/european-migration-crisis-findings-from-reach-january-2016-assessment/): Despite harsh weather conditions and rough seas, UNHCR estimates that more than 80,000 refugees and migrants arrived in Europe by boat during the first six weeks of 2016, a figure which already exceeds that of the first four months of 2015. Consequently, EU countries have been discussing and implementing policy changes in response to this large
- [REACH in the Balkans: Real time monitoring and profiling of migration trends towards Europe](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-in-the-balkans-real-time-monitoring-and-profiling-of-migration-trends-towards-europe-2/): The scale of ongoing migration into Europe is unprecedented, with over a million asylum seekers arriving in 2015. According to UNHCR, as of December 2015, there have been 921,713 arrivals by sea alone. However, harsh weather conditions and rough seas have recently reduced the flow of migrants entering Europe by the sea-crossing from Turkey to
- [Western Balkans: REACH’s rapid assessment on the impact of new border policies](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/western-balkans-reachs-rapid-assessment-on-the-impact-of-new-border-policies/): As of 3rd of March, thousands of migrants are stranded at various points along the Western Balkan corridor following the implementation of stricter border policies over the past two weeks, including more than 10,000 at Idomeni and nearly 6,000 which are waiting elsewhere in Greece. Many of these people will likely not gain passage to
- [REACH: European Migration Crisis, March Update](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-european-migration-crisis-march-update/): The Western Balkans ‘migration corridor’ has been officially closed since 20 March following the implementation of the EU-Turkey Plan, leaving over 50,000 migrants reported along the migration route in Greece, FYROM, Slovenia, Bulgaria and Hungary, unable to continue their journey towards Western Europe and unsure of the legal pathways available to them. To shed light
- [Greece: Understanding refugee and migrant children’s perceptions of services available outside accommodation sites](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/greece-understanding-refugee-and-migrant-childrens-perceptions-of-services-available-outside-accommodation-sites/): ‘Sometimes I feel I don’t have a reason to wake up. It’s not that I don’t like to wake up, but there is not something to make me leave the bed. It’s better since we started having classes, this is a reason.’ 16 year old girl from Syria, accompanied. More than 20,000 refugee and migrant
- [EU: Six month study of migration through the Western Balkans](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/eu-six-month-study-of-migration-through-the-western-balkans/): Since the autumn of 2015, over half a million people migrated to Europe via the Western Balkans, most having sought asylum in countries across the European Union (EU). The vast majority of migrants travelled to Europe via Turkey, Greece and the Western Balkans. The once fluid migration route changed significantly in February, following the introduction
- [Iraq: Multicluster Needs Assessment of IDPs out of camps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-multicluster-needs-assessment-of-idps-out-of-camps/): The Multi Cluster Needs Assessment (MCNA) is an iterative cluster-led program and the primary multi-cluster nationwide needs assessment of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) out of camps in Iraq. The MCNA is providing a quantitative evidence base for humanitarian decision makers with the purpose of informing planning, sector prioritization and target group identification. Coordinated through the
- [Assessing humanitarian needs after Cyclone Idai proved two things – the first was the importance of baseline data](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/assessing-humanitarian-needs-after-cyclone-idai-proved-two-things-the-first-was-the-importance-of-baseline-data/): Following the destruction left behind by Cyclone Idai in Mozambique, a REACH assessment team was deployed to the affected areas to gather information on the community needs of the population, shaping the humanitarian response on the ground.
- [Press release | REACH deploys to Mozambique to assess priority needs and scale of disaster](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/press-release-reach-deploys-to-mozambique-to-assess-priority-needs-and-scale-of-disaster/): Following cyclone Idai and its devastating impact on Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Malawi, REACH has been deployed to Beira to support in the humanitarian response.
- [65% DAMAGED – A STORM THAT REDEFINED A COUNTRY](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/65-damaged-a-storm-that-redefined-a-country-2/): The wind and rain had gone on for days, and they kept rising. By the 14th of March, winds had reached a speed of 195 kilometres per hour. The eye of the storm turned inland and over the coastal city of Beira. A city home to half a million people. This is the story of Cyclone Idai and REACH's response to it.
- [Haiti: Rapid Assessment of Schools used as temporary collective centres by IDPs in Jérémie.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/haiti-rapid-assessment-of-schools-in-jeremie/): On October 3, 2016, Haiti’s southern tip was struck by Hurricane Matthew, the most violent hurricane in the past 10 years. So far, as a direct result of the hurricane, 2.1 million people, including almost 900,000 children, are affected, and 1.4 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance. The entire population of the Grand
- [Haiti: Urgent humanitarian needs remain unaddressed in hard-to-reach areas five months after the hurricane](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/haiti-urgent-humanitarian-needs-remain-unaddressed-in-hard-to-reach-areas-five-months-after-the-hurricane/): Hurricane Matthew has provoked the most serious humanitarian crisis in Haiti since the 2010 earthquake, affecting more than 2.1 million people, almost 800,000 of whom in the Departments of Sud and Grand Anse. It devastated an already highly vulnerable region in Haiti, causing significant humanitarian and reconstruction challenges. While various humanitarian actors have immediately mobilized
- [Perspectives from Cities in Crisis: launch of IMPACT and UCLG study at the World Humanitarian Summit](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/perspectives-from-cities-in-crisis-launch-of-impact-and-uclg-study-at-the-world-humanitarian-summit/): By 2050 over 70% of the global population will live in urban areas.
- [REACH emergency deployment to Nepal](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-emergency-deployment-to-nepal/): The massive earthquake that has struck Nepal on Saturday 25th April 2015 has resulted in thousands of people affected and over 3,000 deaths. Humanitarian needs are increasing by the hour, with an immediate reported need for shelter solutions and medicines. To support the humanitarian response, an emergency REACH team (with staff coming from Geneva, South Sudan and
- [REACH deployed to the Philippines after Earthquake](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-deployed-to-the-philippines-after-earthquake/): At 08:12 on October 15th, 2013 an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.2 occurred in Region VII of the Philippines, the epicentre of which was located in the eastern part of Bohol Province. Through a stand-by partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster, REACH was deployed to Bohol on October 23rd in order to facilitate a rapid assessment in
- [Latest updates from Nepal Earthquake](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/latest-updates-from-nepal-earthquake/): Following the devastating earthquake that struck Nepal on Saturday 25 April 2015, REACH teams are on the ground in Kathmandu and affected rural areas to assist actors in the humanitarian response. Initial maps have been produced to show the location of the earthquake, the population of affected areas prior to the disaster and the estimated extents of the damage. REACH has
- [Nepal: Rapid assessment evaluates the impact of the two earthquakes in the Langtang Valley](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nepal-rapid-assessment-evaluates-the-impact-of-the-two-earthquakes-in-the-langtang-valley-2/): As part of the Shelter Cluster assessment conducted by REACH in Nepal, in partnership with the IFRC, REACH teams have been on the ground over the past weeks to assist humanitarian actors in responding to the post-earthquakes situation. In this framework, REACH teams examined high relief and very difficult to access terrain, such as the Langtang Mountain
- [Joint assessment identifies primary needs for food security and livelihoods in the aftermath of 2015 Nepal earthquakes](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/joint-assessment-identifies-primary-needs-for-food-security-and-livelihoods-in-the-aftermath-of-2015-nepal-earthquakes/): On the 25th of April 2015, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal with its epicentre in Gorkha district, approximately 81km northwest of Kathmandu, causing widespread damage to homes, land, infrastructure and livelihoods, and affecting millions of people across 39 out of 75 districts. The Nepalese government categorized 14 of these districts as severely affected: Dhading,
- [REACH evaluating the Shelter Sector Response after Typhoon Bopha in the Philippines in 2012](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-evaluating-the-shelter-sector-response-after-typhoon-bopha-in-the-philippines-in-2012/): Through its partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster (hyperlink/GSC), REACH has been deployed to the Philippines several times: after the typhoons Washi in 2011, Bopha in 2012, the very recent earthquake in Bohol and the typhoon Haiyan. On December 4th, 2012, typhoon Bopha struck eastern Mindanao island. It caused almost 1,150 casualties as well as extensive
- [Türkiye and Syria | Emergency response activated following two powerful earthquakes](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/turkiye-and-syria-emergency-response-activated-following-two-powerful-earthquakes/): As of the 14 of March 2023, this thread has been archived. To see future updates on Syria, see our latest news section and for more information products, check out our REACH Syria page Two powerful earthquakes struck south-eastern Türkiye within a span of 12 hours on the 6th of February. The first, with a As of the 14 of March 2023, this thread has been archived. To see future updates on Syria, see our latest news section and for more information products, check out our REACH Syria page Two powerful earthquakes struck south-eastern Türkiye within a span of 12 hours on the 6th of February. The first, with a
- [Four months after the earthquakes, needs are still high in Northwest Syria.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/four-months-after-the-earthquakes-needs-are-still-high-in-northwest-syria/): On February 6th, two major earthquakes hit southern Türkiye, close to the Syrian border. While these are not the first earthquakes in this area, both were stronger than any previously recorded in the region and over 50,000 people are estimated to have died. It has now been four months, but the effects are still being
- [REACH Shelter and Wash Response Monitoring Assessment in Typhoon Haiyan Affected Areas](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/typhoon-haiyan-shelter-and-wash-response-monitoring-assessment/): Through its standby partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster, REACH has already carried out several rapid field deployments in the Philippines since 2011, following these emergencies: typhoon Washi, typhoon Bopha, Bohol earthquake, and the typhoon Haiyan. In relation to typhoon Haiyan REACH first undertook rapid needs assessment in November 2013. For this purpose, the Global Shelter Cluster
- [Findings from the REACH market assessment to support the earthquake response in Afghanistan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/findings-from-the-reach-market-assessment-to-support-the-earthquake-response-in-afghanistan/): A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck the western region of Afghanistan on 7 October 2023, affecting an estimated 12,000 people across five districts of Herat province. In the following week, two other major earthquakes and numerous aftershocks hit the region, each of them exacerbating pre-existing vulnerabilities. As multiple organizations prepared to conduct market assessments to inform
- [Türkiye-Syria Earthquake One year on, looking at the earthquake's lasting impacts in conflict-affected Northwest Syria.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/turkiye-syria-earthquake-one-year-on-looking-at-the-earthquakes-lasting-impacts-in-conflict-affected-northwest-syria/): As we mark the one-year anniversary of the two devastating earthquakes that hit Southern Türkiye and Northern Syria on 6 February 2023, affected communities in Northwest Syria are still grappling with the profound challenges left in the aftermath of the disaster – deepening a thirteen-year long humanitarian crisis in the area. The two earthquakes, which
- [REACH is deployed to Vanuatu to support the Shelter Cluster response in the aftermath of  Cyclone Pam](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-is-deployed-to-vanuatu-to-support-the-shelter-cluster-response-in-the-aftermath-of-cyclone-pam/): In the framework of REACH partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster (GSC), two members of the REACH team have been deployed to Vanuatu to support the Shelter Cluster response in the aftermath of Severe Tropical Cyclone Pam. Vanuatu consists of 83 main islands (63 of them are permanently inhabited) that are divided in 6 provinces (Torba,
- [Vanuatu Deployment: Update from ongoing shelter assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/vanuatu-deployment-update-from-ongoing-shelter-assessment/): In the aftermath of Severe Tropical Cyclone Pam that has struck Vanuatu on the evening of March 13, 2015, two members of the REACH team have been deployed to support the Global Shelter Cluster response. Data collection has focused on three main areas. At the pre-emergency level, REACH team has been recording shelter and settlements situation
- [Cyclone Pam: Results of shelter and settlements assessment in Vanuatu](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/cyclone-pam-response-results-of-the-shelter-and-settlements-assessment-in-vanuatu/): Following Cyclone Pam, which caused widespread damage when it struck Vanuatu on March 13th 2015, REACH teams were on the ground to implement a detailed inter-agency shelter and settlements vulnerability assessment in partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster. The aim of the assessment was threefold: to verify the coverage of emergency shelter and NFI assistance and conduct a gap analysis and to
- [REACH assessing Typhoon Bopha damages](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-assessing-typhoon-bopha-damages/): Typhoon Bopha (known in the Philippines as Pablo) made landfall on the island of Mindanao early on 4 December 2012 bringing heavy rain and wind gusts of up to 210 km/h (130mph). The typhoon’s high wind speed and flooding caused extensive damage to the housing stock and infrastructure and widespread disruption in power supply and
- [REACH Bohol Shelter Needs Assessment Final Report Released](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-bohol-shelter-needs-assessment-final-report-released/): At 08:12 on October 15th, 2013 an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.2 occurred in Region VII of the Philippines, the epicentre of which was located in the eastern part of Bohol Province. Through a stand-by partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster, REACH was deployed to Bohol on October 23rd in order to facilitate a rapid assessment in Bohol, the province most affected by the earthquake. A provisional
- [REACH contributes to post-Haiyan WASH Baseline Assessment in the Philippines](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-contributes-to-post-haiyan-wash-baseline-assessment-in-the-philippines/): Within hours of first striking the Philippines in November 2013, typhoon Haiyan had made landfall six times across the country's central regions. By early December, the Government of the Philippines, through its Disaster Response Operations Monitoring and Information Centre, reported that a total of 13,067,342 individuals across 10,701 Barangays in the Central Philippines had been affected by
- [Results of a study on sanitation and hygiene in the Philippines inform large scale UNICEF project](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-and-unicef-publish-the-results-of-a-large-scale-assessment-on-sanitation-and-hygiene-behavior-in-the-philippines/): One year after Typhoon Haiyan and as the situation has stabilised, REACH conducted a large-scale study to contribute to the development of best practices for sustainable change in sanitation and hygiene behaviour in the Philippines. This assessment was undertaken between September and November 2014 as a baseline for the UNICEF funded Philippine Approach to Total Sanitation
- [Philippines: Households struggle to rebuild safe homes more than two years after Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/philippines-households-struggle-to-rebuild-safe-homes-more-than-two-years-after-typhoon-haiyan-yolanda/): When Typhoon Haiyan, locally known as Yolanda, reached the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines on 8 November 2013, it was the strongest typhoon ever recorded to make landfall and the deadliest in Philippine history – killing over 6,000 people and leaving millions homeless. Given the large scale destruction of homes and livelihoods, shelter formed
- [Philippines: Results of an end-line evaluation of a large scale UNICEF water, sanitation and hygiene typhoon recovery programme](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/philippines-results-of-an-end-line-evaluation-of-a-large-scale-unicef-water-sanitation-and-hygiene-typhoon-recovery-programme/): On the 8th November 2013, ‘Super Typhoon’ Haiyan (locally known as Yolanda) first made landfall, lashing coastal communities across the central island of the Philippines. With Tsunami-like storm surge and winds reaching up to 375 kilometres per hour, it was one of the most powerful storms in recorded history. In the direct aftermath of Typhoon
- [Vulnerability assessment helps to inform Shelter Cluster’s recovery strategy after the Nepal earthquakes](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/vulnerability-assessment-informs-shelter-clusters-recovery-strategy-after-the-nepal-earthquakes/): The devastating earthquakes which struck Nepal on 25 April and 12 May affected the lives of 8 million people i.e. almost one-third of the country’s population. In the direct aftermath of the first earthquake, REACH was deployed to Nepal in partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster to coordinate an inter-agency assessment which would enable the
- [Evaluating shelter recovery in the aftermath of the 2015 Nepal earthquakes](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/evaluating-shelter-recovery-in-the-aftermath-of-the-2015-nepal-earthquakes/): In April and May 2015, two devastating earthquakes struck Nepal and affected the lives of almost 8 million people. In the direct aftermath, REACH was deployed to Nepal in May 2015 in partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster to coordinate an inter-agency assessment which would enable the identification of emergency needs, define a comprehensive shelter
- [Nepal: Lack of safe land leaves communities at risk of landslide and flooding during the monsoon season](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nepal-lack-of-safe-land-leaves-communities-at-risk-of-landslide-and-flooding-during-the-monsoon-season/): Ahead of the 2016 monsoon season in Nepal, concerns were raised that the destabilization in terrain conditions caused by the 2015 earthquakes could significantly increase the risk of landslides during monsoon rains, both in areas historically prone to landslides and flash floods, and areas that have become susceptible following the earthquakes. In preparation of the
- [Chad: Updated Multisectorial Needs Assessment in the Lake Region](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/chad-updated-multisectorial-needs-assessment-in-the-lake-region/): You can read our REACH Chad staff's "Voices from the Field" by following this link (in English) or this link (in French). The security crisis and renewed state of emergency are still ongoing in Chad and the Lake region, already provoking an important displacement and a demographic pressure in 2015 and 2016, with the IOM reporting
- [Jordan: Developing innovative approaches to assess livelihood resilience](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-developing-innovative-approaches-to-assess-livelihood-resilience/): Since the onset of the Syria crisis in 2011, approximately 650,000 Syrians have registered as refugees in neighbouring Jordan. Refugee arrivals on such a large scale have increased pressures on Jordan’s existing socio-economic infrastructure and natural resources and raised concerns about what this increased pressure means for the resilience of livelihoods in the country. This
- [Libya: REACH Multi-Sector Assessment informs humanitarian response amid continued unrest](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-reach-multi-sector-assessment-informs-humanitarian-response-amid-continued-unrest/): The continuation of the civil war across Libya at the start of 2016 affected host and displaced communities, refugees and migrants alike, occasioning the displacement of an estimated 425,250 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) who often lack access to basic services and adequate shelter. Hence, there is a continuing need for more data to inform sector-specific
- [Syria: Aleppo Humanitarian Situation Overview seeks to inform response planning amid the recent emergency crisis](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-aleppo-humanitarian-situation-overview-seeks-to-inform-response-planning-amid-the-recent-emergency-crisis/): REACH is still concerned about the humanitarian situation for the more than 250,000 people trapped in eastern Aleppo. To provide a better understanding of the changing humanitarian situation within eastern Aleppo, REACH conducted a third rapid assessment between September 2-5, three weeks after the initial overview. The last route out of the part of the city (Ramouseh road) has been closed on
- [Syria: REACH rapid assessment in Hasakeh highlights displacement trends and priority needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-reach-rapid-assessment-in-hasakeh-highlights-displacement-trends-and-priority-needs/): On 18th August, airstrikes on Hasakeh city began for the first time since the beginning of the crisis in Syria, alongside increased clashes inside the city. Although airstrikes subsided after three days, clashes continued, triggering mass displacement of an estimated 70,000 people. On 22-23 August, REACH teams have conducted a rapid assessment in locations outside
- [South Sudan: Rapid Assessment monitoring Mass Displacement from Greater Equatoria into Uganda](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-rapid-assessment-monitoring-mass-displacement-from-greater-equatoria-into-uganda/): In early July, fighting broke out across South Sudan’s Greater Equatoria region, plunging what had been the most prosperous and peaceful part of the country into war. By the end of August, over 100,000 refugees have crossed the border into Uganda, and over 1,000 continue to stream across the border each day. However, the vast
- [Syria: Assessing needs in the north-eastern Hasakeh governorate](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-assessing-needs-in-the-north-eastern-hasakeh-governorate/): Assessing the population remaining inside Syria is typically challenging due to ongoing conflict, and the lack of detailed information on needs and vulnerabilities of people inside the country often impedes a well-planned humanitarian response. Hasakeh governorate, located in the north-eastern corner of the country, provides an illustration of this: access challenges and the volatile situation
- [Niger : Première évaluation Eau, Hygiène et Assainissement dans la région de Diffa affectée par des déplacements](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-premiere-evaluation-eau-hygiene-et-assainissement-dans-la-region-de-diffa-affectee-par-des-deplacements/): La région de Diffa au Niger a été affectée par de sévères pénuries en eau et des déplacements continus au cours des mois derniers avec près de 83000 personnes réfugiées, 31500 retournés, et 127000 déplacés internes qui ont besoin d’une assistance humanitaire, selon les données de la Direction Régionale de l’État Civil et de Réfugiés
- [RCA: Soutien au Mécanisme de Réponse Rapide pour des évaluations efficaces et des réponses aux besoins et événements.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/rca-soutien-au-mecanisme-de-reponse-rapide-pour-des-evaluations-efficaces-et-des-reponses-aux-besoins-et-evenements/): Suivez ce lien pour accéder à la factsheet du RRM pour le mois d'octobre. De multiples déplacements de populations ont eu lieu en République Centrafricaine (RCA) depuis 2005 du fait de conflits et crimes. Depuis Décembre 2013, presque 900 000 personnes ont fui leur foyer : on estime à 436 000 le nombre de déplacés internes,
- [CAR: Supporting the Rapid Response Mechanism for efficient assessments and responses to needs and events](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/car-supporting-the-rapid-response-mechanism-for-efficient-assessments-and-responses-to-needs-and-events/): Please follow this link to access the RRM dashboard for the round of October 2016. Multiple displacement has taken place in Central African Republic (CAR) since 2005 as a result of conflict and crime. Since December 2013, nearly 900,000 people have fled their homes: an estimated 436,000 people are internally displaced, and an additional 460,000 people have
- [Niger : WASH assessment highlights complex access to water and latrines in the Diffa region.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-wash-assessment-highlights-complex-access-to-water-and-latrines-in-the-diffa-region/): The Diffa region in Niger has been affected by severe water shortages and continued displacement over the past months, with almost 83,000 refugees, 31,500 returnees and 127,000 IDPs in need of humanitarian assistance according to May 2016 figures from the Direction Région ale de l’Etat Civil et des Réfugiés. Confronted by this crisis, humanitarian actors
- [Syria: Access and movement limitations across communities continue to affect populations in August](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-access-and-movement-limitations-across-communities-continue-to-affect-populations-in-august/): Follow these links to access the update from the October round of Community Profiles: Community Profiles Situation Overview, as well as the full Compiled Community Profiles. Follow these links to access the update from the September round of Community Profiles: Community Profiles Situation Overview, as well as the full Compiled Community Profiles. The Syrian conflict, now in its
- [Syria: REACH situation Overview - Displacement and Needs in Eastern Aleppo update, 30 September 2016](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-reach-situation-overview-displacement-and-needs-in-eastern-aleppo-update-30-september-2016/): The acute escalation of conflict in eastern Aleppo has resulted in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure reaching unprecedented levels since the beginning of the Syria conflict. For the 250,000 to 275,000 people remaining in the area, humanitarian assistance and protection from the ongoing conflict is of critical need. To provide a better understanding of
- [Haiti: REACH rapid deployment to assist partners in assessing immediate needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/haiti-reach-rapid-deployment-to-assist-partners-in-assessing-immediate-needs/): Hurricane Matthew left a trail of devastation behind as it forced its way through Haiti on October 4. Most affected areas are left with houses in rubble, smashed concrete walls and torn off roofs, most likely to result in a high number of fatalities. More worryingly, the La Digue Bridge linking the southern peninsula of
- [Syria: Latest Situation Overview highlights deteriorating humanitarian environment in Eastern Aleppo](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-latest-situation-overview-highlights-deteriorating-humanitarian-environment-in-eastern-aleppo/): Some 250,000 - 275,000 people remain trapped in eastern Aleppo in a deteriorating humanitarian situation amid ongoing conflict. After a week of relative decline in the number of attacks, airstrikes picked up again on October 11th, further increasing the number of civilian casualties and the immediate need for humanitarian access. To provide a better understanding
- [Iraq: REACH rapid assessments on displacement, intentions and needs of IDPs fleeing conflict around Mosul](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-reach-rapid-assessments-on-displacement-intentions-and-needs-of-idps-fleeing-conflict-around-mosul/): Since the capture of Mosul in 2014 by armed groups, an estimated one million civilians have remained in the city, with limited access to food, basic services and humanitarian assistance. In the past week, military operations to recapture the city have caused the displacement of over 10,500 people,[1] with the total number of affected people
- [oPt: Lessons Learned from the shelter response highlight remaining coordination weaknesses amidst improvements](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/opt-lessons-learned-from-the-shelter-response-highlight-remaining-coordination-weaknesses-amidst-improvements/): From July to August 2014, Gaza witnessed fifty-one days of hostilities, one of the most destructive intensification of conflict since 1967, resulting in an unprecedented scale of destruction and displacement. At the height of the conflict, almost 500,000 people were internally displaced. Significant damage to housing and infrastructure as a result of the conflict, blockade
- [Syria: Analysing trends in prices and cost of living across northern Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-analysing-trends-in-prices-northern-syria/): Markets in northern Syria have been strongly affected by the past five and a half years of conflict. Food and NFI prices have risen sharply, the value of the Syrian pound has plummeted, and Syrian families have had to stretch their dwindling budgets further each month to survive. Better access to markets, together with income-generating opportunities
- [Ukraine: REACH comprehensive assessment of humanitarian needs in Eastern Ukraine informs humanitarian planning and response](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-reach-comprehensive-assessment-of-humanitarian-needs-in-eastern-ukraine-informs-humanitarian-planning-and-response/): More than two and half years after the beginning of the conflict in Eastern Ukraine, recent reports have documented more than 9,000 civilian and military causalities, 20,000 houses damaged, and an annual gross domestic product (GDP) decreased by 9% in 2015, while the OSCE Monitoring Mission report numbers of daily ceasefire violations close to the
- [Iraq – Mosul Crisis: REACH provides analysis of forced displacement and needs of thousands of IDPs in Mosul](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-mosul-crisis-reach-provides-analysis-of-forced-displacement-and-needs-of-thousands-of-idps-in-mosul/): Since the capture of Mosul in 2014 by armed groups, estimates show that more than one million civilians have remained in the city, with limited access to food, basic services and humanitarian assistance. Between 17 October - 25 November, conflict in the villages surrounding Mosul and inside Mosul city has led to the displacement of
- [Iraq: Launch of the Cash Working Group Harmonized Joint Price Monitoring Initiative](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-launch-of-the-cash-working-group-harmonized-joint-price-monitoring-initiative/): In the context of Iraq, cash is a becoming an increasingly common mean for aid delivery by a variety of humanitarian partners. Within this framework, REACH proposed to the Iraq Cash Working Group (CWG) in September 2016 the concept of launching the Joint Price Monitoring Initiative (JPMI), drawing significant interest from the CWG partners in
- [Somalia: Rapid needs assessment conducted to help inform response to flood-affected communities in Middle Shabelle](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-rapid-needs-assessment-conducted-to-help-inform-response-to-flood-affected-communities-in-middle-shabelle/): In October 2015, the Middle Shabelle area of Somalia was severely affected by flooding caused by the Deyr seasonal rains. An estimated 4,899 households were reportedly affected by river floods and approximately 5,406 households by flash floods. This not only adversely affected livelihoods but also brought about displacement to nearby communities. In terms of livelihood,
- [IDP assessment in Mogadishu](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/idp-assessment-in-mogadishu/): For over two decades, Somalia has been in a state of complex humanitarian crisis, with socio-economic, political and environmental factors leading to widespread conflict, drought, more recently flooding and numerous other recurrent human and natural disasters. The situation has been made worst lately by increased insecurity and volatile population movements experienced since March 2014. This
- [Somalia: Monitoring Water and WASH Prices](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-monitoring-water-and-wash-prices/): In Somalia, cumulative and prolonged drought conditions, along with breakdown in civil administration over the last 25 years, have had severe impacts on the Somali population. In addition, limited infrastructural investments and large levels of internal displacement have increased vulnerability to environmental change. The WASH Cluster Somalia, recognising the lack of sufficient information on variations
- [Somalia: REACH and WASH Cluster conduct Water Price Monitoring in Gedo Region](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-reach-wash-cluster-conduct-water-price-monitoring-in-gedo-region/): Over the past six months, REACH has supported the data collection and monitoring of water prices in Gedo region in Somalia. The initiative was developed within the framework of REACH’s global partnership with the Global WASH Cluster (GWC), with the aim to develop a reliable system for robust data collection and reporting on water prices
- [Somalia: Assessing internal displacement to inform urgent humanitarian response in Kismayo area](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-assessing-internal-displacement-to-inform-urgent-humanitarian-response-in-kismayo-area/): The year 2016 has seen a continued deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Somalia. Following three failed rain seasons, which aggravated the already severe drought conditions, and the Government of Kenya’s initial decision to close Dadaab, the world’s largest refugee camp hosting over 300,000 Somalis, population movements within Somalia and from Kenya have intensified throughout
- [Somalia: Assessing IDP settlements to inform urgent humanitarian response in Baidoa area](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-assessing-idp-settlements-to-inform-urgent-humanitarian-response-in-baidoa-area/): Several seasons of consecutive poor and failed rains in Somalia have affected pastoral and agro-pastoral communities negatively, forcing them to travel vast distances to find water and grazing land for themselves and their affected animals. Since January 2017, populations have been displaced to Baidoa district in increasing numbers and have resulted in the development of
- [How did Somali households spend 18 million dollars of life-saving cash? New report maps the spending patterns of vulnerable households in Somalia](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/how-did-somali-households-spend-18-million-dollars-of-life-saving-cash-new-report-maps-spending-patterns-of-vulnerable-households-in-somalia/): The Somali Cash Consortium, in partnership with REACH, is preparing for the publication of a comprehensive report on the spending patterns of Somali households who received a total of 18 million dollars of life-saving cash transfers in 2018. Here is a sneak peek to the findings.
- [Syria: Increased hostilities and winter temperatures heavily affect communities in besieged and hard to reach areas](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-increased-hostilities-and-winter-temperatures-heavily-affect-communities-in-besieged-and-hard-to-reach-areas/): As the Syrian conflict enters its sixth year, civilian populations inside Syria face continued violence, food insecurity and limited access to basic services. Restrictions on access and move ment make besieged and hard to reach communities particularly vulnerable as populations face additional every-day challenges. Understanding the impact of access restrictions on the humanitarian situation is
- [IMPACT and UCLG consultations on “Cities in Crisis” in support of the World Humanitarian Summit Urban Agenda](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impact-and-uclg-consultations-on-cities-in-crisis-in-support-of-the-world-humanitarian-summit-urban-agenda/): As outlined in the Global Urban Crisis Charter there is a need to ‘foster collaboration between city, humanitarian and development actors’.
- [IMPACT launches new programme to inform settlement-based approaches in out-of-camp refugee contexts](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impact-launches-new-programme-to-inform-settlement-based-approaches-in-out-of-camp-refugee-contexts/): Over 60% of the world’s total number of refugees live in urban environments.
- [Shelter Meeting - The Settlements Approach and Urban Respon](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/shelter-meeting/): Shelter Centre in collaboration with IMPACT Initiatives and the Global Shelter Cluster’s Urban Settlements Working Group are pleased to announce the next Shelter Meeting.
- [IMPACT and REACH commit to inform the humanitarian response to the COVID-19 pandemic](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impact-commits-to-inform-the-humanitarian-response-to-the-covid-19-pandemic/): IMPACT commits to support the response to the COVID-19 pandemic wherever we can make a difference and wherever our information and analysis might be required
- [Sign the appeal for global mobilization against COVID-19!](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/sign-the-appeal-for-global-mobilization-against-covid-19/): We call for a massive and immediate mobilization to help the most vulnerable prepare for this ordeal
- [Niamey: IMPACT and ACTED teams pay tribute to their friends](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-impact-initiatives-acted-are-horrified-by-the-senseless-killing-of-seven-of-their-aid-workers/): Geneva It is with profound grief that we confirm the death of seven of our colleagues as well as their guide in Niger who were senselessly and cowardly murdered by armed individuals in the Kouré area, south-east of Niamey, on August 9th 2020. IMPACT Initiatives and ACTED condemn in the strongest terms the senseless and
- [A tribute to our lost colleagues and their commitment to improving lives in Niger](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/a-tribute-to-our-lost-colleagues-and-their-commitment-to-improving-lives-in-niger/): On the 9th of August, the ACTED and IMPACT teams in Niger lost seven young and talented team members: Antonin, Boubakar, Charline, Leo, Myriam, Nadifa and Stella. Our colleagues were united by a motivation to provide humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable populations in Niger. Three of them, Antonin, Charline and Stella, did so with IMPACT, collecting vital information from vulnerable populations to ensure that their voices are heard when humanitarians make decisions that affect them. While they were all driven by commitment, empathy, and solidarity, they each brought their own capacities and talents to enrich the team.
- [IMPACT Initiatives in numbers (2020)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impact-initiatives-in-numbers-2020/): Our 2020 activities helped impact ground level operational planning, strategic planning and decision-making and bring about system-wide change. Our work was also most commonly cited by partners as “strongest added value”
- [Niamey, 23 November 2022: Official Opening of the school Peralta](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niamey-23-november-2022-official-opening-of-the-school-peralta/): As an homage to the victims of the Kouré attack of August 2020, a shared project to build a school has been set up with families of the victims. It is implemented by ACTED, IMPACT and Léo Pour Le Monde. Since October 3rd, the school welcomes 180 pupils in middle school, and from Year 2
- [5 key takeaways from HNPW 2023](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/5-key-takeaways-from-hnpw-2023/)
- [Global Refugee Forum 2023: IMPACT's pledges on key issues facing refugees globally ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/global-refugee-forum-2023-impacts-pledges-on-key-issues-facing-refugees-globally/): The Global Refugee Forum is taking place this week, and IMPACT will be present for these discussions. Held every four years, this event is the largest international gathering on refugees globally, and is intended to support the practical implementation of the Global Compact on Refugees (GCR). Ahead of the Forum, IMPACT contributed two pledges related
- [Introducing the new IMPACT Resource Centre](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/introducing-the-new-impact-resource-centre/): Introducing the new IMPACT Resource Centre – a central hub for accessing all our latest research insights and data from 30+ crisis contexts. Through this new and improved platform, our goal is to make our research more accessible to partners and key audiences, from humanitarian decision-makers to policymakers and academia. Formerly the ‘REACH Resource Centre’,
- ["When you have information, you have the solution" - Mohamed's Story](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/collecting-data-in-crisis-affected-countries-a-human-perspective/): Meet Mohamed Shire, the cheerful 26-year-old Somalian whose current life revolves around helping communities in his home country.
- [CAR: Supporting the Rapid Response Mechanism for efficient assessments and responses to needs and events - January Update](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/car-supporting-the-rapid-response-mechanism-for-efficient-assessments-and-responses-to-needs-and-events-2/): Multiple displacements have taken place in Central African Republic (CAR) since 2005 as a result of conflict and crime. Since December 2013, nearly 900,000 people have fled their homes: an estimated 436,000 people are internally displaced, and an additional 460,000 people have found refuge in four neighbouring countries: Cameroon, Chad, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and
- [South Sudan: REACH Assessment of Eastern Equatoria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-reach-assessment-eastern-equatoria/): Since early July, fighting across Greater Equatoria has displaced hundreds of thousands, disrupted market activity, and denied humanitarian services to people in need. Due to the fluid nature of the conflict, humanitarian access has become a major problem, and, as of October 2016, Torit in Eastern Equatoria is the only major town with a substantial
- [Iraq – Mosul Crisis: REACH releases new assessment of displacement trends and humanitarian needs following renewed offensive](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-mosul-crisis-reach-releases-new-assessment-of-displacement-trends-and-humanitarian-needs-following-renewed-offensive/): Almost four months after the Mosul offensive began in mid-October 2016, the dynamic in and around Mosul City has changed significantly. Since 18 January 2017, East Mosul has been entirely retaken from armed groups, resulting in improved security conditions and greater access to humanitarian assistance. Nevertheless, the West Bank and many surrounding villages in the
- [Famine in South Sudan: understanding food insecurity in Unity State](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/famine-in-south-sudan-understanding-food-insecurity-in-unity-state/): Since May 2016, over half of the populations assessed by REACH in Unity State, South Sudan, have regularly reported that they do not have sufficient access to food. REACH data from January 2017 shows an increase of this figure to 84% for assessed settlements in Leer County and 76% for assessed settlements in Mayendit County.
- [Left behind, but not at home: the hidden migration stories of the women who stay](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/left-behind-but-not-at-home-the-hidden-migration-stories-of-the-women-who-stay/): On a global scale, women and girls make up half of the world’s refugees and half of global migrants, but when it comes to those travelling to Europe, the story is quite different. On International Women’s Day, REACH tells the story of one of the many mothers, sisters, and daughters who do not or cannot
- [Afghanistan: New REACH project monitors highly vulnerable informal settlements in Kabul and Nangarhar](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/afghanistan-new-reach-project-monitors-highly-vulnerable-informal-settlements-in-kabul-and-nangarhar/): Afghanistan continues to be torn by a three-decade long conflict and recurrent natural disasters which have forced an ever increasing number of families to leave their homes. In 2016, the number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and returnees reached unprecedented records, with more than 623,000 people on the move due to conflict alone. Many families
- [Niger: Rapid Assessment of Protection Committees in the Diffa region](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-rapid-assessment-of-protection-committees-in-the-diffa-region/): Since 2015, the Diffa region in South-East Niger has been continuously affected by Boko Haram attacks along the Kamadougou Yobe River and the shores of Lake Chad, triggering large scale displacement. As of February 2017, Diffa hosts approximately 121,000 internally displaced people and 106,000 refugees, mainly from Nigeria. Displaced populations in the affected area face
- [South Sudan: Understanding markets supply chain challenges amidst increasing food security needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-understanding-markets-supply-chain-challenges-amidst-increasing-food-security-needs/): South Sudan is facing an unprecedented level of humanitarian emergency with approximately 4.9 million reported being food insecure according to the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification. In February 2017, the government and the UN declared a famine in Leer and Mayendit counties in Unity State. It is therefore imperative to monitor market functioning in
- [Syria: Monitoring markets in northern and southern Syria to inform cash-based responses](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-monitoring-markets-in-northern-and-southern-syria-to-inform-cash-based-responses/): As the Syrian crisis reaches the end of its sixth year, monitoring markets within the country to understand how they cope with challenges created by the conflict becomes increasingly crucial. Over the years, prices of food and non-food items (NFIs) have risen sharply, the value of the Syrian pound has plummeted, and Syrian families have
- [Afghanistan: Evaluating 2015 earthquake emergency shelter response to improve future post-disaster programmes](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/afghanistan-evaluating-2015-earthquake-emergency-shelter-response-to-improve-future-post-disaster-programmes/): In October 2015, a 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck Badakhshan province, leaving over a hundred dead and tens of thousands displaced across Afghanistan’s most mountainous region. The earthquake struck during the lead up to winter, which only exacerbated the need to provide immediate winterized shelter assistance. Given the difficulty of accessing many affected areas, cash grants
- [Syria: Among truces and protracted conflict, restrictions to humanitarian access continue to negatively affect people in need](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-among-truces-and-protracted-conflict-restrictions-to-humanitarian-access-continue-to-negatively-affect-people-in-need/): The Syrian conflict, now in its sixth year, continues to plague civilian populations, causing acute shortages of food and basic services, amid protracted and widespread violence. The situation is particularly critical in besieged and hard-to-reach areas, where restrictions on movement and access severely hinder the ability of populations to meet their needs. Understanding the impact
- [Lives on hold: decision-making and its consequences for families separated by mixed migration](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/lives-on-hold-decision-making-and-its-consequences-for-families-separated-by-mixed-migration-2/): The decision to leave home, family, friends, livelihoods, language and culture is a major undertaking, and yet over 3.6 million people have sought asylum in European Union countries since the start of 2013, 44% of whom come from Syria, Afghanistan and Iraq. Data on arrivals to Europe show that those who make the journey are
- [South Sudan: Enhancing Peaceful Co-existence and Resilience in Maban County](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-enhancing-peaceful-co-existence-and-resilience-in-maban-county-2/): The ongoing displacement caused by internal Sudanese and South Sudanese conflicts has intensified population pressure on pre-existing limited resources in Maban County, Upper Nile State. The county is home to over 130,000 Sudanese refugees and 13,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), which has caused increasing competition over resources and frustration felt by the already vulnerable host
- [Chad: Rising protection concerns and serious lack of basic services in the Lake region](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/chad-rising-protection-concerns-and-serious-lack-of-basic-services-in-the-lake-region-2/): Since January 2015, the humanitarian crisis in the Lake Chad region, coupled with instability and restrictions imposed by the state of emergency, have caused significant population displacement. Indeed, as of 23 January 2017, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) recorded the presence of over 106,000 displaced persons and 8,200 refugees and estimated the presence of
- [Afghanistan: Severe food insecurity affects vulnerable groups in informal settlements in Kabul and Nangarhar](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/afghanistan-severe-food-insecurity-affects-vulnerable-groups-in-informal-settlements-in-kabul-and-nangarhar/): Food insecurity is rife across Afghanistan, with an estimated 1.6 million people anticipated to suffer from a severe lack of food in 2017. Conflict perpetuates limited food availability country-wide, whilst unemployment and overcrowding affect food access. Contributing to this hardship is the ever increasing number of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and returnees from Pakistan joining
- [Afghanistan: Revealing the hidden vulnerabilities of prolonged IDPs living below the assistance threshold](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/afghanistan-revealing-the-hidden-vulnerabilities-of-prolonged-idps-living-below-the-assistance-threshold-2/): For nearly 40 years, military conflict, natural disasters and poor economic opportunities have pushed millions of Afghans away from their homes. Long after their original movement, hundreds of thousands of internally displaced Afghans remain displaced and are unable to return to their place of origin. Although little evidence exists about whether their needs become any
- [Syria: Critical lack of adequate shelter and non-food items differs across geographical areas and population groups](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-critical-lack-of-adequate-shelter-and-non-food-items-differs-across-geographical-areas-and-population-groups-2/): As the Syrian conflict enters its seventh year, protracted displacement and the escalation of conflict across the country have dramatically reduced the availability of safe and adequate shelter. The aggravation of security conditions and the scarcity of livelihood opportunities, similarly, have considerably shrunk households’ capability to access even the most basic non-food items (NFIs). In
- [Italy: Assessing the experiences of unaccompanied children leaving the reception system](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/italy-assessing-the-experiences-of-unaccompanied-children-leaving-the-reception-system2/): In 2016, the number of unaccompanied and separated children arriving in Italy has more than doubled. Over 15,000 children have been accommodated in the Italian reception system as of February 2017. However, an additional 5,252 unaccompanied and separated children have dropped out of both primary and secondary reception centres in southern Italy since registration, in
- [Italy: Unaccompanied and Separated Children at risk at the Italian-French border](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/italy-unaccompanied-and-separated-children-at-risk-at-the-italian-french-border/): In the last two years, Ventimiglia has become one of the main transit towns for refugee and migrant children attempting to cross the border from Italy into France. Among them, there is a significant number of unaccompanied and separated children. In 2016, Caritas, which runs a shelter for unaccompanied children and other vulnerable refugees and
- [DRC: Assessing the environmental impact of the increasing presence of refugees and its consequences on peaceful cohabitation around Inké camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/drc-assessing-the-environmental-impact-of-the-increasing-presence-of-refugees-and-its-consequences-on-peaceful-cohabitation-around-inke-camp/): Since the outbreak of the crisis in the Central African Republic in 2012, more than 60,000 refugees have fled to the northern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).To accommodate part of these refugees, the Inké camp in the North Ubangui region was opened in June 2013, welcoming nearly 4,000 refugee households as
- [Ukraine: Local economy, trade relationships, and labour markets disrupted by conflict in eastern regions](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-local-economy-trade-relationships-and-labour-markets-disrupted-by-conflict-in-eastern-regions/): Three years into the conflict that opposes the Government of Ukraine and separatist forces in Donetsk and Luhansk, it has become increasingly urgent to understand the consequences of war on labour markets and enterprises in East Ukraine. Large areas of Ukraine’s industrial heartland are now in the non-government controlled areas and, even in the government-controlled
- [Iraq – Mosul Crisis: Drastic humanitarian needs and massive displacement during offensive to retake West Mosul](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-mosul-crisis-drastic-humanitarian-needs-and-massive-displacement-during-offensive-to-retake-west-mosul/): The humanitarian situation in Mosul has been deteriorating since operations to reclaim the city and its surrounding areas from armed groups started in late 2016. Iraqi forces have retaken entirely the East bank of Mosul city and, by now, up to 90% of West Mosul. The West Mosul offensive has resulted in a much higher
- [South Sudan: Supporting IPC Food Security Analysis and humanitarian planning in the wake of the famine](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-supporting-ipc-food-security-analysis-and-humanitarian-planning-in-the-wake-of-the-famine/): Three months after the declaration of famine in Unity State, South Sudan, despite improvements most likely resulting from of a rapid up-scale of humanitarian assistance in Central Unity, the humanitarian situation has continued to worsen across the rest of the country. Aid agencies are struggling to overcome a host of challenges including limited access, logistical
- [Syria - Ar-Raqqa city offensive: Civilians remaining inside Ar-Raqqa city face increasing humanitarian challenges as conflict escalates](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-civilians-remaining-inside-ar-raqqa-city-face-increasing-humanitarian-challenges-as-conflict-escalates/): On 6 June 2017, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) announced the start of an offensive aiming at taking control of Ar-Raqqa city from the group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). The offensive started in the eastern and western neighbourhoods of the city, with ground fighting in these neighbourhoods supported
- [Niger: Displaced populations in Diffa face major protection risks and lack of access to basic services](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-displaced-populations-in-diffa-face-major-protection-risks-and-lack-of-access-to-basic-services/): Since 2015, the Diffa region in south-east Niger has been continuously affected by Boko Haram attacks along the Kamadougou Yobe River and the shores of Lake Chad, triggering large scale displacement. As of May 2017, Diffa hosts over 127,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) and 106,100 refugees, who face major protection risks. Although humanitarian actors are
- [Greece and Italy: Refugee and migrant children face challenges in achieving their objectives and lose out on education once in Europe](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/greece-and-italy-refugee-and-migrant-children-face-challenges-in-achieving-their-objectives-and-lose-out-on-education-once-in-europe/): Over 100,000 refugee and migrant children, of whom more than 33,800 unaccompanied and separated children (34%), arrived in Europe in 2016. In the first three months of 2017, 5,700 children landed on European shores. The vast majority of them entered Europe irregularly through the two main gateways to the continent: Italy, using the Central Mediterranean
- [Syria: Besieged and hard-to-reach communities continue to face access restrictions threatening their ability to meet basic needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-besieged-and-hard-to-reach-communities-continue-to-face-access-restrictions-threatening-their-ability-to-meet-basic-needs/): After six years of civil war, Syrians continue to face acute shortages of food and basic services. With a multitude of opposing factions fighting each other on numerous fronts, widespread destruction and violence currently shape the lives of civilians. The situation is particularly critical in besieged and hard-to-reach communities, where prohibitive restrictions on movement continue
- [Syria - Ar-Raqqa city offensive: Continued outflux of population from Ar-Raqqa city as the humanitarian situation keeps deteriorating](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-ar-raqqa-city-offensive-continued-outflux-of-population-from-ar-raqqa-city-as-the-humanitarian-situation-keeps-deteriorating/): Two months since the start of the offensive to retake Ar-Raqqa city from the group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), ground fighting and airstrikes in and around Ar-Raqqa city have led to mass displacement and a deterioration of the humanitarian situation inside the city. REACH has been monitoring the
- [Nigeria: Keeping pace with displacement dynamics by assessing IDP movement intentions in Borno State](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nigeria-keeping-pace-with-displacement-dynamics-by-assessing-idp-movement-intentions-in-borno-state/): In north-eastern Nigeria, over 2 million people have been forced into displacement, out of which 1.4 million are in Borno State. While some areas have recently experienced returns in proximity of main roads, the population from many Local Government Areas (LGAs) is likely to remain displaced for the medium term, lacking security, shelter and livelihoods
- [Italy: Assessing unaccompanied children’s journey from the top four countries of origin in West and North Africa](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/italy-assessing-unaccompanied-childrens-journey-from-the-top-four-countries-of-origin-in-west-and-north-africa/): Almost half of the total number of migrant unaccompanied and separated children who arrived in Italy between 2016 and 2017 come from West and North Africa. However limited information is available about the profile, the perception of risk and the motivations behind children’s journey from both regions to inform the work of humanitarian responders and
- [Italy: Assessing the Experiences of Unaccompanied and Separated Eritrean Children outside of the Reception System in Rome](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/italy-assessing-the-experiences-of-unaccompanied-and-separated-eritrean-children-outside-of-the-reception-system-in-rome/): “What are your plans in Rome?” “I am waiting for the police to come to the camp, arrest me and bring me and my friends in the prefecture. This way I’ll be able to get access to the procedures for relocation. Being in a group is better, we can help each other to communicate with
- [Jordan: Understanding remittance flows from Syrian refugees amidst prolonged conflict and displacement](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-understanding-remittance-flows-from-syrian-refugees-amidst-prolonged-conflict-and-displacement/): The protracted crisis in Syria has resulted in mass displacement of the country’s population, as millions have sought refuge in neighbouring countries. In Jordan alone, nearly 660,000 Syrian refugees are currently registered with UNHCR. The agency reports that 70% of registered refugees arrived in 2012 and 2013, and many families have depleted their savings and
- [South Sudan Food Crisis: Understanding Food Security Trends in the Greenbelt Region](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-food-crisis-understanding-food-security-trends-in-the-greenbelt-region/): Since July 2016, fighting has been spreading across South Sudan’s Greater Equatoria region and Western Bahr el Ghazal state, disrupting livelihood activities and displacing hundreds of thousands from their homes. The June-July IPC Global Alert on South Sudan estimates that 6 million people are in need of humanitarian assistance. However, persistent insecurity and logistical constrains
- [Iraq: Assessing needs and gaps in formal IDP camps across the country](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-assessing-needs-and-gaps-in-formal-idp-camps-across-the-country/): The offensive against the armed group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in Mosul, which started in October 2016 and was led by the Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) has triggered another wave of mass displacement across northern Iraq, further intensifying the displacement crisis in the country which started in 2014.
- [Syria – Ar-Raqqa city offensive: Only up to 8,000 persons are left in the city, facing conflict and lack of food, water and health services](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-ar-raqqa-city-offensive-only-up-to-8000-persons-are-left-in-the-city-facing-conflict-and-lack-of-food-water-and-health-services/): Since June 2017, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have sought to expel the group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) from Ar-Raqqa city. The significant increase in conflict has sparked a mass exodus of civilians and caused a deterioration of the humanitarian situation for those still remaining in the city.
- [Syria - Deir-ez-Zor offensive: Overview of displacement patterns, dynamics and intentions as conflict escalates](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/deir-ez-zor-offensive-overview-of-displacement-patterns-dynamics-and-intentions-as-conflict-escalates/): Over the past two months, conflict has escalated across Deir-ez-Zor governorate as multiple actors attempt to expel the group known as Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) from north-east Syria. This escalation of conflict has led to large displacement from and within the governorate, estimated at 30,000-35,000 people since the beginning of July
- [Iraq: Severe health conditions and lack of drinking water in Hawiga and western Anbar as offensives continue](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-severe-health-conditions-and-lack-of-drinking-water-in-hawiga-and-western-anbar-as-offensives-continue/): Following the recapture of Mosul city and the Telafar region by the Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) in July and August 2017, the militant group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) only remained in control of two more areas of Iraq: Hawiga in southwestern Kirkuk governorate and the far western reaches
- [Iraqi Migration to Europe: Profiles, Drivers and Return](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraqi-migration-to-europe-profiles-drivers-and-return/): The number of Iraqis migrating irregularly to Europe has drastically increased between 2014 and 2015 from 1,023 arrivals in 2014 to 91,769 in 2015. At the same time, more and more Iraqis are returning from Europe to Iraq, mostly to the Kurdistan Region and Baghdad governorate, both through organised channels, such as assisted voluntary return
- [Syria – Ar-Raqqa City Offensive: The severe humanitarian situation faced by remaining residents prior to evacuation](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-ar-raqqa-city-offensive-the-severe-humanitarian-situation-faced-by-remaining-residents-prior-to-evacuation/): After four months of ground fighting, the offensive that begun in June 2017 to expel the group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) from Ar-Raqqa city is coming to a close. Media reports indicate that the city is virtually empty after thousands of civilians were evacuated from the city within
- [Migration: Investigating decision-making, migration trajectories and expectations of young people on the way to Italy](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/migration-investigating-decision-making-migration-trajectories-and-expectations-of-young-people-on-the-way-to-italy/): “In 2014, I began to think about leaving. The militias came home every month asking for money. I paid until I could [not pay anymore]. I had so many relatives around the world, and I started thinking that I could have done like they did,” Eritrean, 23 years old. Young people account for the majority
- [Libya: Rapid overview of displacement from Sabratha](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-rapid-overview-of-displacement-from-sabratha/): Between 17 September and 6 October 2017, fighting between rival armed groups in the Libyan city of Sabratha led to the rapid displacement of 2,350 local households and several thousand migrants to surrounding cities and towns, according to figures from IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM). Although active hostilities have subsided and many internally displaced persons
- [Not ready to return: IDP movement intentions in Borno State, Nigeria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/not-ready-to-return-idp-movement-intentions-in-borno-state-nigeria/): Over 1.4 million people have been displaced in Borno State, in north-eastern Nigeria, since attacks by armed groups intensified in May 2013. In a highly dynamic context characterised by severe restrictions on access, and amidst limited evidence available to humanitarian partners for aid planning and delivery, there is a need to understand if and where
- [Somalia: Drought as the leading cause for displacement in 2017](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-drought-as-the-leading-cause/): The longstanding humanitarian crisis in Somalia has been exacerbated by the impact of consecutive seasons of below average rains, since early 2015. Simultaneously an intensification of conflict, particularly in South Central Somalia, has not only aggravated displacement trends and further impeded households’ access to basic services, but has also reduced humanitarian access resulting in a
- [Iraq: Emerging trends in prices and availability of goods across markets](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-emerging-trends-in-prices-and-availability-of-goods-across-markets/): In September 2016, as cash was becoming an increasingly important and common mean for aid delivery, REACH and the Iraq Cash Working Group (CWG) began developing the Joint Price Monitoring Initiative (JPMI), with the aim to harmonise price data collection in Iraq and enhance collaboration between cash actors. Over a year later, the JPMI is undergoing its
- [Libya: REACH and Cash & Markets Working Group launch the Price Monitoring System](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-reach-and-cash-markets-working-group-launch-the-price-monitoring-system/): Little is known about the present state of market systems in Libya. Relevant market dynamics are not fully understood by the humanitarian community, which in turn hampers the provision of an effective and efficient response to vulnerable population groups. In an effort to better understand market systems and to support the scale-up of cash distributions,
- [Ukraine: The challenge of accessing basic services in areas close to the contact line](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-the-challenge-of-accessing-basic-services-in-areas-close-to-the-contact-line/): After three years of conflict between Ukrainian forces and armed opposition groups in eastern Ukraine, almost 10,000 people have been killed, 22,231 wounded, and about one million displaced from their homes. Clashes on the contact line between Ukrainian forces and armed groups take place daily, and people living in the area closest to the contact
- [Migration: A study on Afghan returnees from Europe, their motivations and challenges to reintegration](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/migration-a-study-on-afghan-returnees-from-europe-their-motivations-and-challenges-to-reintegration/): Nearly forty years of conflict, economic hardship and natural disasters have resulted in the displacement and migration of millions of Afghans. More recently, increasing numbers of Afghans are making the difficult decision to return to their country of origin, often under strained and difficult circumstances. While a growing number of media organisations and humanitarian actors
- [Migration: Iraqi returnees from Europe lack access to protection services and awareness of migration pathways](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/migration-iraqi-returnees-from-europe-lack-access-to-protection-services-and-awareness-of-migration-pathways/): Many refugees and other migrants migrate to Europe to seek asylum, and with asylum a more secure life and improved livelihoods. Recent REACH assessments[1] have found that a number of these refugees and other migrants lack information about legal migration pathways when they set out on their migration journeys. Aside from asylum, they are often
- [From Syria to Spain: Syrian migration to Europe via the Western Mediterranean route between 2015 and 2017](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/from-syria-to-spain-syrian-migration-to-europe-via-western-mediterranean-route-between-2015-and-2017/): In 2017, more than 20,000 refugees and other migrants reached Spain via the Western Mediterranean route, three times as many compared to yearly arrivals between 2007 and 2015. They are travelling from the Middle East, mostly from Syria and often with family. Little is known, however, about the reasons why Syrians increasingly reach Spain and
- [Nigeria: Shedding light on the humanitarian situation in Yobe State](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nigeria-shedding-light-on-the-humanitarian-situation-in-yobe-state-2/): Adamawa, Borno and Yobe are the three most affected states by the conflict between armed opposition groups, Nigerians and regional security forces. As a result, 8.5 million people are in urgent need of life-saving assistance in north-eastern Nigeria. Whereas Borno State hosts the majority of displaced civilians (1.37 million) and has witnessed a significant increase in humanitarian presence,
- [Jordan: How can we better communicate with Syrian refugees?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-how-can-we-better-communicate-with-syrian-refugees-2/): The majority of the over 600,000 Syrian refugees in Jordan live today in host communities, integrated in cities and villages. Despite their integration, there is still little understanding of how Syrian refugees in Jordan are engaging with communication and information platforms, and of how it influences their access to humanitarian services. To provide a better understanding of the
- [Syria: One out of three households in Syria witness severe shelter issues](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-one-out-of-three-households-in-syria-witness-severe-shelter-issues/): With the conflict in Syria approaching its eighth year, millions of people have been displaced across the country. Displacement combined with protracted conflict has created massive needs for shelter and non-food items (NFIs) among the population, with 4.2 million people thought to be in need of shelter support. In order to respond to these needs,
- [Libya: Understanding local market systems to promote cash-based interventions](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-understanding-local-market-systems-to-promote-cash-based-interventions/): Since 2011, Libya has continued to experience violent conflict, political upheaval, and deteriorating living conditions. Renewed conflict between armed groups since April 2014 has resulted in large-scale displacement and deteriorating humanitarian conditions within Libya. In this context, aid organisations are increasingly considering additional ways to help vulnerable populations meet their basic needs, including upscaling
- [Yemen: Assessing market functionality and perception of cash based assistance](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/yemen-assessing-market-functionality-and-perception-of-cash-based-assistance-2/): Since the outbreak of the Yemeni conflict in 2015, 3 million people have been displaced, and half of the population face widespread food insecurity, a collapse of public services and income, and rapidly rising price inflation. As of July 2017, much of the population had lost their primary source of income. To address these concerning
- [South Sudan: Understanding displacement patterns in Wadakona, Tonj, Twic and Raja counties](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-understanding-displacement-patterns-in-wadakona-tonj-twic-and-raja-counties-2/): Since 2016, widespread fighting has displaced nearly 2 million civilians and disrupted livelihoods across South Sudan. The Integrated Phase Food Security Classification September update estimates that 6 million South Sudanese are in need of humanitarian assistance, predominantly caused by recurring clashes between armed groups and worsening intercommunal conflicts. Aiming to better inform humanitarian actors on emerging displacement trends and humanitarian needs, REACH conducted rapid assessments in various
- [Bangladesh: REACH findings highlight concerning sanitation condition in Rohingya refugee sites](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/bangladesh-reach-findings-highlight-concerning-sanitation-condition-in-rohingya-refugee-sites-2/): The escalation of violence in Myanmar’s Rakhine state since August 2017 has led to over 800,000 Rohingya refugees crossing the border into neighbouring Bangladesh, a number that continues to increase by the day. The recent arrival of refugees has exacerbated pre-existing challenges within the country while adding pressure on basic services especially water, health, shelter, and sanitation in and around
- [Niger: new REACH study finds concerning WASH conditions in Diffa](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-new-reach-study-finds-concerning-wash-conditions-in-diffa-2/): The Chad Lake displacement crisis has been destabilizing the Diffa region in south-east Niger since 2015. Hundreds of thousands of internally displaced people, refugees, and returnees live today in spontaneous sites that often lack basic infrastructure, in proximity to host populations, whose access to resources and services is already limited. This context has led to poor living conditions for
- [Iraq: How are market dynamics in West Mosul responding to the Iraqi conflict?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-how-are-market-dynamics-in-west-mosul-responding-to-the-iraqi-conflict-2/): Widespread military operations to take back territory from the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in Mosul have caused large-scale displacement, damaged key infrastructure and disrupted supply chains. To determine the effects of the conflict and of ISIL’s occupation on consumer markets, infrastructure, security and suppliers in West Mosul, REACH in partnership with
- [Northeast Syria: challenging winter months for IDPs and refugees living in camps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/northeast-syria-challenging-winter-months-for-idps-and-refugee-living-in-camps-2/): Since the escalation of conflict in Northeast Syria in November 2016, an estimated 570,000 people have been displaced from Deir-ez-Zor and Ar-Raqqa governorates [1]. Whilst large numbers have returned to their areas of origin or are staying in host communities in Northeast Syria, there are still approximately 70,000 IDPs residing in large-scale managed IDP and transit
- [Libya: migrants and refugees’ struggle to access economic resources and meet basic needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-migrants-and-refugees-struggle-to-access-economic-resources-and-meet-basic-needs-2/): Refugees and migrants in Libya are among the most vulnerable groups in the context of the ongoing humanitarian crisis. With an elevated level of insecurity, and as undocumented migrants are criminalised, many are held in detention centres, with a number of studies pointing to their inadequate living conditions. On the other hand, very limited information
- [Nigeria: REACH study finds cash is the most appropriate food assistance modality in Konduga](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nigeria-reach-study-finds-cash-is-the-most-appropriate-food-assistance-modality-in-konduga-2/): Food insecurity is one of the greatest challenges North Nigerian populations have to face. As of October 2017, 30% of the population in Borno State faced critical food insecurity situations.[1] Eight years of conflict led to the displacement of farmers and pastoralists, preventing them from crop cultivation and grazing. In this context, humanitarian actors have
- [Syria: Worrying situation in the besieged area of Eastern Ghouta, despite slight improvements](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-worrying-situation-in-the-besieged-area-of-eastern-ghouta-despite-slight-improvements-2/): Since October 2017, the humanitarian situation in the besieged area of Eastern Ghouta has strongly deteriorated. Following a ban on the entry of commercial vehicles - the main source of food and hygiene items for residents - reports of infant deaths and widespread malnutrition among children made headlines.[1] To better understand the impact of access
- [Libya: Humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate in Derna](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-humanitarian-situation-continues-to-deteriorate-in-derna/): The eastern Libyan city of Derna continues to be affected by a tightened military encirclement. Since REACH latest rapid situation overview, supplies to markets, banks and health facilities have been largely impeded, leading to further deterioration of the humanitarian situation for the populations remaining in the city. To fill information gaps on affected populations’ needs
- [Uganda: What are refugees’ biggest needs in settlements across Uganda?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/uganda-what-are-refugees-biggest-needs-in-settlements/): Uganda currently hosts almost 1.4 million refugees, with more than 1 million who fled South Sudan. Beyond this massive displacement into northern Uganda, many settlements in the southwestern part of the country are also seeing steady influxes of refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi, Rwanda, and elsewhere. While the refugee response faced
- [Libya: Multi-sector needs assessment sheds light on Libyan households’ needs and vulnerabilities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-multi-sector-needs-ass/): Since 2014, the intensification of the conflict in Libya has affected millions of people, both displaced and non-displaced. Libya’s complex political and community landscape created further divisions and security concerns as conflict erupted in different regions of the country, leading to several waves of displacement. The latest figures identified 1.15 million people in need of
- [Jordan: Comprehensive reports analyze drivers of tensions and satisfaction with service delivery within host communities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/jordan-comprehensive-reports-analyze-drivers-of-tensions-and-satisfaction-with-service-delivery-within-host-communities/): At present, there are over 629,000 Syrian refugees living in Jordan, a vast majority (85%) of whom live outside formal refugee camps, in host communities.
- [Listening to vulnerable communities - Understanding displaced and hosts in and around informal settlements](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/listening-to-vulnerable-communities/): For decades Afghanistan has faced widespread displacements due to natural disasters, protracted crises and active conflict.
- [Ukraine: Trend analysis finds protracted humanitarian needs near the area of active conflict](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-trend-analysis/): After more than three years of regular conflict between Ukrainian armed forces and separatist groups in eastern Ukraine, an estimated 4.4 million people remain in need of humanitarian assistance and 10,000 have died because of conflict. The location of the line of contact between the two sides has stabilized, but regular armed clashes are still
- [Libya: Prices of basic goods continue to rise putting vulnerable households at risk](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-prices-of-basic-goods/): Libya continues to be in a state of turmoil since unrest broke out in 2014, leaving 1.15 million people in need of humanitarian assistance. Access to basic goods and services has become a challenge, as many households are faced with decreasing purchasing power and a lack of access to cash. To assist vulnerable households, aid
- [Syria: Needs persist in Deir-ez-Zor governorate alongside humanitarian access challenges](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-needs-persist-in-deir-ez-zor-governorate/): Conflict between multiple parties in Syria’s Deir-ez-Zor governorate escalated in the latter half of 2017, displacing an estimated 230,000 individuals and resulting in a deterioration of the humanitarian situation [1]. Although the recent de-escalation of conflict in the north-west area of the governorate has allowed some humanitarian assistance for the first time since 2014, there
- [Syria: Households in Ar-Raqqa city face severe infrastructure damage and insufficient services](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-households-in-ar-raqqa-city-face-severe-infrastructure-damage-and-insufficient-services/): Since the expulsion of the group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) and the cessation of conflict in Ar-Raqqa city in October 2017, voluntary returns have been observed across the city. Restoration of critical infrastructure and resumption of services for residents has been limited thus far, impeded by information gaps
- [Iraq: Markets rebound despite damage and conflict in western Anbar](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-markets-rebound-despite-damage-and-conflict-in-western-anbar/): After being controlled for more than 3 years by the so-called Islamic State of Iraq and Levant (ISIL), the town of Ana in western Anbar was retaken by Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) in September 2017. Early REACH reports of the situation in western Anbar indicated limited access to food and lack of livelihood opportunities. REACH,
- [South Sudan: Half of South Sudanese Face Acute Food Insecurity Despite Humanitarian Assistance](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/half-of-south-sudanese-face-acute-food-insecurity/): Food insecurity continues to worsen across South Sudan despite ongoing humanitarian efforts. According to the latest IPC release, as of January 48% of the South Sudanese population, 5.3 million people, are facing Crisis and Emergency (IPC Phases 3 and 4) acute food insecurity. Over 1 million people are in Emergency Phase, a 40% increase since
- [Niger: How did protection needs of displaced populations evolve throughout 2017 in the Diffa region?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-how-did-protection-needs-of-displaced-populations-evolve/): Since 2014, humanitarian needs [1] in Niger’s Diffa region have increased due to protracted conflict and massive displacement, with an estimated 252 305 people [2] reported displaced in the area. In addition, the security environment remains very volatile, with several attacks by armed groups in December 2017 [3]. A baseline evaluation conducted by REACH in
- [Kenya: What are the intentions of refugees in Dadaab camp?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/kenya-what-are-the-intentions-of-refugees/): Dadaab is a semi-arid town in Garissa County in Kenya hosting refugees in four camps (Dagahaley, Ifo, Ifo2 and Hagadera), witnessing at the same time large-scale departures and returns of Somali refugees over the years. On the one hand, the Dadaab refugee population has been slowly reducing through voluntary repatriations, with over 70,000 Somali refugees
- [Highlighting recent mixed migration trends into and through Libya](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/highlighting-recent-mixed-migration-trends-into-and-through-libya/): An important country of transit and destination for refugees and migrants alike since the early 2000’s, Libya has since 2011 witnessed conflict and sharp regional divides over political and economic grounds.
- [Rapid urbanisation and the growing complexity of cities shows the need for humanitarian actors to gear up their responses to urban crises](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/rapid-urbanisation-and-the-growing-complexity-of-cities-shows-the-need-for-humanitarian-actors-to-gear-up-their-responses-to-urban-crises/): Half of the global population now live in urban areas, as opposed to a third in the 1950s. Given the current pace of urbanisation this figure will continue to increase, particularly in lower-middle-income countries. This fundamental demographic shift is altering the lives of millions of people – bringing both opportunity and risk. Such a trend
- [Farmers’ hopes of a golden harvest turn to ashes − rising food insecurity in northwest Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/farmers-hopes-of-a-golden-harvest-turn-to-ashes-−-rising-food-insecurity-in-northwest-syria/): Vulnerabilities mount and an already strained humanitarian response is forced to stretch to new limits as fires turn crops to ashes in northwest Syria. The fires come right at harvest season and are expected to worsen food security in the months to come.
- [From transit to destination − Tunisia has become a de facto destination for sub-Saharan migrants](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/tunisia-has-become-a-de-facto-destination-for-sub-saharan-migrants/): Traditionally known as a country of emigration, the past decade has seen an increasing inflow of migrants from sub-Saharan Africa transiting through or settling in Tunisia.
- [Evidence-based response – More than a buzzword? A look at the implementation of the Grand Bargain commitment on needs assessments](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/evidence-based-response-more-than-a-buzzword-a-look-at-the-implementation-of-the-grand-bargain-commitment-on-needs-assessments/): Data. Evidence. Facts. There is little controversy on the significance of information when it comes to decision-making. Why is having evidence lead humanitarian response still a challenge?
- [Press release | INTENSIFICATION OF AERIAL BOMBARDMENT AND SHELLING DISPLACES MORE THAN 180,000 IN IDLEB](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/press-release-intensification-of-aerial-bombardment-and-shelling-displaces-more-than-180000-in-idleb-2/): Southern Idleb and northern Hama, part of the last opposition-held territory in Syria, have seen renewed intensification of conflict. Due to the intensity of escalation and the seizing of key opposition-held areas, the ongoing clashes could develop into a final offensive which is feared to spiral into one of the worst humanitarian tragedies of the 21st century.
- [Displaced Syrians face overcrowded latrines and limited access to safe drinking water - A snapshot of WASH needs and conditions in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/displaced-syrians-face-overcrowded-latrines-and-limited-access-to-safe-drinking-water-a-snapshot-of-wash-needs-and-conditions-in-syria/): Hostilities in Syria have seen an overall reduction since the beginning of the conflict in 2011, yet two-thirds of the population remain in need of humanitarian assistance. Among the priority needs of the civilians living in conflict-affected regions, are access to water, sanitation and hygiene – the building blocks of life and health.
- [Displaced, returned, reintegrated? While returns to north-east Syria continue, durable solutions for returnees and those remaining in displacement remain out of sight](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/displaced-returned-reintegrated-while-returns-to-north-east-syria-continue-durable-solutions-for-returnees-and-those-remaining-in-displacement-remain-out-of-sight/): Without improved material, legal and physical conditions in areas of origin, populations returning home in Syria struggle to reintegrate in safety and with dignity. Yet, during the first half of 2018, 750,000 internally displaced persons and 15,000 Syrian refugees were reported to have returned.
- [South Sudan: 80% of the assessed settlements never or only sometimes felt safe – REACH unpacks the linkages between inter-communal violence and food security in the Eastern Lake States](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-80-of-respondents-never-or-only-sometimes-felt-safe-reach-unpacks-the-linkages-between-intercommunal-violence-and-food-security-in-the-lake-states/): 60 percent of the population in South Sudan faced Crisis or worse levels of food security from July to August this year. This was among the main findings of the latest release by IPC, an initiative responsible for consolidating and analysing data on food security. The release gave little hope for the future. Seven
- [Kenya: Half of the assessed households report insufficient access to food at Dadaab refugee complex](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/kenya-half-of-the-assessed-households-report-insufficient-access-to-food-at-dadaab-refugee-complex/): A year ago, the World Food Programme announced that it was forced to cut food rations by 30% refugees living in the Dadaab and Kakuma camps in northern Kenya. Since then little has changed. Fresh assessment conducted by REACH finds that food remains the most pressing humanitarian need reported by the residents of Dadaab
- [Uganda: Joint multi-sector needs assessment compares and contrasts needs of refugee and host community households](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/uganda-joint-multi-sector-needs-assessment-compares-and-contrasts-needs-of-refugee-and-host-community-households/): Uganda has a long history of hosting refugees, yet the landlocked country has seen a significant influx of new arrivals in the course of the past three years. This has been largely due to Uganda witnessing the effects of instability in South Sudan, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo within its borders.
- [Libya: Liquidity crisis forces refugees and migrants to work more – yet they earn less](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-liquidity-crisis-forces-refugees-and-migrants-to-work-more-yet-they-earn-less/): Following the toppling of the Ghaddafi regime in 2011 and renewed internal conflict in 2014, Libya fell into an acute economic crisis. The economic meltdown spiralled into an ever-worsening currency and liquidity crisis, and as of today, the Libyan dinar has lost most of its value, creating a significant gap between exchange rates in the
- [South Sudan: From 86 to 6 percent − Access to food dramatically declines in Mayom County](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-from-86-to-6-percent-−-access-to-food-dramatically-declines-in-mayom-county/): Mayom County, located in northwest Unity State, experienced a sharp decline in food security in late 2017 and early 2018. By January, the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report projected that even with humanitarian aid, Mayom would likely reach Phase 3 on the IPC scale − a crisis in food insecurity. If humanitarian assistance
- [Iraq: Majority of IDPs living out of displacement camps have no intention of returning home - Findings from Dahuk, Erbil, Ninewa, Salah al-Din and Sulaymaniyah](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-majority-of-idps-living-out-of-displacement-camps-have-no-intention-of-returning-home-findings-from-dahuk-erbil-ninewa-salah-al-din-and-sulaymaniyah/): The first half of 2018 marked a turning point in Iraq’s internal displacement crisis. For the first time since 2014, the number of people returning to their area of origin outnumbered the total of those remaining displaced. Yet, recent months have seen the pace of returns slow down raising new questions on the push and pull
- [Iraq: Filling knowledge gaps in areas of return – Residents of west Anbar head home without guarantees of basic services](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-filling-knowledge-gaps-in-areas-of-return-inhabitants-of-west-anbar-head-home-without-guarantees-of-basic-services/): The rule of the so called Islamic State or IS over the past four years resulted in the displacement of almost six million Iraqis. Since the government of Iraq announced victory over the group in December 2017, the country has seen almost four million people return to their area of origin. To help inform humanitarian
- [South Sudan: Humanitarian needs and search for safety push and pull South Sudanese to and from the country](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-humanitarian-needs-and-search-for-safety-push-and-pull-south-sudanese-to-and-from-the-country/): Since the outbreak of conflict in South Sudan in December 2013, an estimate of 2.4 million people have been displaced to neighbouring countries. The movement has been fuelled by insecurity, economic crisis and drought, yet is but one of the latest waves of displacement seen over multiple generations. To fill pressing information gaps on the
- [Brazil: Economic turmoil and the lack of food and medicines at home pushes thousands of Venezuelans to Boa Vista](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/brazil-economic-turmoil-and-the-lack-of-food-and-medicines-at-home-pushes-thousands-of-venezuelans-to-boa-vista/): As a consequence of the ongoing economic crisis and social turmoil in Venezuela, an increasing number of Venezuelans are crossing the northern border to Brazil to seek asylum, safety and better livelihood opportunities. According to estimates, over 50,000 Venezuelans are living in Brazil currently, of which half in the northern city of Boa Vista, the
- [Niger: When fetching water becomes a threat – Finding linkages between water, sanitation, violence and gender in the Diffa region](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-when-fetching-water-becomes-a-threat-finding-linkages-between-water-sanitation-violence-and-gender-in-the-diffa-region/): Since the beginning of the Lake Chad crisis in 2015, the Diffa region in south-east Niger has been the scene of significant population movements, and according to estimates, 250,000 displaced people live in spontaneously established displacement sites or villages. Even though the sites provide shelter, they are often characterized by the lack of basic infrastructure
- [Uganda: Using data to understand the needs of the displaced in the largest refugee host in Africa](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/uganda-using-data-to-understand-the-needs-of-the-displaced-in-the-largest-refugee-host-in-africa/): By the end of 2017, Uganda had made history. Uganda had grown to be among the largest refugee hosting countries in the world with reportedly over 1.4 million refugees seeking safety from within its borders. To date, the vast majority of the arrivals are refugees fleeing conflict in South Sudan, yet substantial numbers of
- [Brazil: Unemployed and with little access to aid – For Venezuelan asylum seekers challenges continue beyond the border](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/brazil-unemployed-and-with-little-access-to-aid-for-venezuelan-asylum-seekers-challenges-continue-beyond-the-border/): As a consequence of the ongoing economic crisis and social turmoil in Venezuela, an increasing number of Venezuelans are crossing the northern border to Brazil in order to seek asylum, safety and better livelihood opportunities. According to estimates, over 50,000 Venezuelans are living in Brazil currently, of which half in the northern city of Boa
- [South Sudan: Fear of food insecurity mounts as displacement continues in Deim Zubier](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-fear-of-food-insecurity-mounts-as-displacement-continues-in-deim-zubier/): The outbreak of conflict between armed groups in South Sudan’s Deim Zubier town on the first week of April displaced thousands of civilians to multiple locations in the western parts of the country. Due to the rapid onset of conflict, little is known about the displacement routes or needs of the affected populations. To fill
- [Syria: Access to healthcare, water and basic services remains limited in conflict-affected regions of Deir-ez-Zor](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-access-to-healthcare-water-and-basic-services-remains-limited-in-conflict-affected-regions-of-deir-ez-zor/): Conflict and violence between the Syrian Democratic Forces, the Government of Syria and the so called Islamic State continue to displace civilians and deteriorate the already severe humanitarian conditions in Syria’s Deir-ez-Zor governorate. Located along the border with Iraq, Deir-ez-Zor saw the displacement of 230,000 people between July and December 2017, creating an urgent need
- [Libya: What does it take to make ends meet – Understanding financial burdens with the aid of the Minimum Expenditure Basket](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-what-does-it-take-to-make-ends-meet-understanding-financial-burdens-with-the-aid-of-the-minimum-expenditure-basket/): Cash-based aid is a central part of the humanitarian response in Libya, a country that has been in civil war and open conflict since 2011. As a result of the conflict, Libya has been confronted with a severe liquidity crisis that has made it difficult for civilians to access and use their bank accounts. To effectively address the
- [Syria: Widespread damage poses risks to residents and hinders recovery in Ar-Raqqa city](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-widespread-damage-poses-risks-to-residents-and-hinders-recovery-in-ar-raqqa-city/): Large numbers of the residents of Ar-Raqqa have returned to their homes since the cessation of conflict in October 2017. Despite initial efforts in reconstruction, damage remains widespread and basic services limited. Moreover, the presence of explosive hazards and the complex security environment continue to pose risks for residents as well as humanitarian and recovery
- [Somalia: Severe humanitarian needs persist in displacement sites across the country](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-severe-humanitarian-needs-persist-in-displacement-sites-across-the-country/): Following the drought in 2017, the loss of livestock and access to water led to the large scale movement of populations from rural Somalia to urban areas in search of grazing grounds and livelihood opportunities. Today, more than two million people are estimated to be displaced in settlements, adding a further strain on already established
- [Chad: Populations returning to Lake Chad islands struggle to meet most essential needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/chad-populations-returning-to-lake-chad-islands-struggle-to-meet-most-essential-needs/): The Lake Chad crisis that began in 2015 caused massive displacement in Chad and resulted in close to 100,000 people fleeing their insular or island villages to the mainland. Today, the context of the crisis has evolved in the southern area of the lake, and significant waves of internally displaced people (IDP) have left the
- [Libya: Public services break down as conflict escalates in encircled city of Derna](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-public-services-break-down-as-conflict-escalates-in-encircled-city-of-derna/): On the 15th of May 2018, the conflict in and around the militarily encircled Libyan city of Derna escalated sharply, with rapid advances of the frontline, heavy armed group activity and unprecedented levels of shelling. According to OCHA, as of May 30th roughly 600-1,300 households have been displaced from outlying mahallas, or neighbourhoods, into central
- [Iraq: Filling knowledge gaps in areas of return – Findings from Ba’aj](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-filling-knowledge-gaps-in-areas-of-return-findings-from-baaj/): Iraq has seen more than 3.5 million people return to their area of origin nationwide since the Government of Iraq announced victory over the so-called Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in December 2017. To help inform programming in support of a durable and safe returns process, REACH is conducting Rapid Overview of
- [Libya: Understanding the impact of EU migration measures on refugees and migrants](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-understanding-the-impact-of-eu-migration-measures/): Despite the political instability which ensued the two civil wars in Libya in 2011 and 2014 persists, more than 700,000 refugees and migrants are in Libya today. They are among the most vulnerable population groups in the country with grave protection concerns reported both in detention and in urban areas. Some of these include arbitrary
- [Iraq: What is happening in areas of return? REACH findings from Telafar](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-what-is-happening-in-areas-of-return-reach-findings-from-telafar/): Since the Iraqi government announced victory over the so-called Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in December 2017, more than 3,5 million people have returned to their area of origin nationwide. Due to the conflict and the subsequently limited humanitarian access to areas previously under ISIL control, relatively little information is publically available
- [Afghanistan: 80% of Informal Settlements households have limited access to food](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/afghanistan-80-of-informal-settlements-households-have-limited-access-to-food-2/): Widespread and protracted conflict in Afghanistan is contributing to large-scale internal displacement, with over 350,000 newly displaced people in 2017. Many of them are joining already saturated Informal Settlements (ISETs) across the country. According to the 2018 Afghanistan Humanitarian Overview, more than 2.2 million displaced people are living in these ISETs, where not only access
- [REACH produces an interactive dashboard to inform on the Rapid Response Mechanism in CAR](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-produces-an-interactive-dashboard-to-inform-on-rrm-activities-in-car/): For the first time since it began rapid deployments in the Central African Republic (CAR) in 2012 in support of the Global Shelter Cluster and UNHCR, REACH has started establishing a more permanent presence in the country. Since March 2015, REACH has been providing technical support for the development of the first information management system for the UNICEF-led
- [Central African Republic: REACH support to the Rapid Response Mechanism 2015 overview](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/central-african-republic-reach-support-to-the-rapid-response-mechanism-2015-overview/): Since the beginning of 2015, REACH has been supporting the coordination of the Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) in the Central African Republic (CAR), under the lead of UNICEF. The main objectives of this mechanism is to ensure humanitarian watch through rapid sectoral and multi-sectoral assessments, in areas of displacement and return, as well as the
- [CAR: Supporting the Rapid Response Mechanism for efficient assessments and responses to needs and events - February Update](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/car-supporting-the-rapid-response-mechanism-for-efficient-assessments-and-responses-to-needs-and-events-february-update/): Multiple displacements have taken place in Central African Republic (CAR) since 2005 as a result of conflict and crime. Since December 2013, nearly 900,000 people have fled their homes: an estimated 436,000 people are internally displaced, and an additional 460,000 people have found refuge in four neighbouring countries: Cameroon, Chad, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and
- [CAR: Supporting the Rapid Response Mechanism in response to shocks causing displacement](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/car-supporting-the-rapid-response-mechanism-in-response-to-shocks-causing-displacement/): The humanitarian situation in the Central African Republic has been steadily worsening since the end of 2016, with a spiralling of violence motivated by ethnic, economic and political reasons. The abuses of armed groups have resulted in the displacement of a quarter of the population and fuelled a major protection crisis. The proportion of the
- [CAR: Looking back on 2017 achievements of the Rapid Response Mechanism](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/car-looking-back-on-2017-achievements-of-the-rapid-response-mechanism-2/): The Central African Republic has known a progressive deterioration of the humanitarian situation since the end of 2016. Two-thirds of the country suffer from a lack of institutional presence and are affected by nearly constant fighting and abuses on the part of different armed and criminal groups. Protection concerns remain the main preoccupation, while the
- [Chad: From displacement sites to host communities – Multi-sector needs assessment sheds light on the humanitarian conditions of refugees, returnees and hosts in southern Chad](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/chad-from-displacement-sites-to-host-communities-multi-sector-needs-assessment-sheds-light-to-humanitarian-conditions-of-refugees-returnees-and-hosts-in-southern-chad/): Close to 100 000 refugees from the Central African Republic or CAR are currently settled in four southern regions of Chad adjacent to the border of the two countries. Most of the refugees first arrived in 2013 and 2014 when a civil war in CAR erupted, yet approximately 20 000 have arrived since December last year.
- [Afghanistan: Displaced children face higher risk of child labour and marriage](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/afghanistan-displaced-children-face-higher-risk/): As the protracted conflict continues throughout their country, the people of Afghanistan find themselves subjected to widespread displacement for a fourth consecutive decade. With more than 350,000 people newly displaced in 2017, the living conditions and well-being of displaced populations continue to fall, with overcrowding, decreased access to services and prevalent use of negative coping strategies
- [Libya: Humanitarian situation deteriorating in encircled Derna](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-humanitarian-situation-deteriorating-in-encircled-derna/): Since 30 July 2017, the eastern Libyan city of Derna has been subject to tight military encirclement. The closure of access points has made it difficult to supply markets, banks and health facilities, which has led to a deteriorating humanitarian situation for those remaining in the city. On 30 October, the ongoing conflict briefly escalated
- [Chad: Understanding displacement patterns and population needs in the Lake region](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/chad-understanding-displacement-patterns-and-population-needs/): West Africa’s Lake Chad Basin has been witnessing one of the fastest-growing displacement crises in recent history. The conflict that originated in Nigeria in 2009, escalated and spilled over into neighboring countries of Niger, Chad and Cameroon with an enormous humanitarian impact and numerous human rights violations forcing civilian populations to move. In addition, this
- [Syria: Humanitarian challenges continue to grow in Deir-ez-Zor governorate with decreasing capacity to bear future shocks](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-humanitarian-challenges-continue-to-grow-in-deir-ez-zor-governorate-with-decreasing-capacity-to-bear-future-shocks/): Since 2014, much of Deir-ez-Zor governorate in northeast Syria has been under control of the group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), leading to extremely limited humanitarian access and a continuing deterioration of the humanitarian situation. As conflict has escalated in neighbouring Ar-Raqqa governorate, the risk of increased population flows
- [Yemen: Fluctuating prices and disrupted supply chains – Tracking Yemeni markets amidst conflict](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/yemen-fluctuating-prices-disrupted-supply-chains-and-challenges-tracking-yemeni-markets-amidst-conflict/): Since 2014 Yemen has been in the midst of a civil war, complicated by a patchwork of domestic fronts and overseas allies leading to a conflict that has pushed more than two million out of their homes and left a third of the country’s population food insecure. The conflict has resulted in severe economic challenges
- [Somalia: REACH Multi-Cluster Needs Assessment highlights concerning access to water and food](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/somalia-reach-multi-cluster-needs-assessment/): The current drought in Somalia, which began in January 2015, has resulted in a deterioration of the humanitarian situation in many parts of the country and a notable increase in household vulnerability. The impact of the drought has been further compounded by an intensification of conflict in the country especially in the latter part of
- [Brazil: Social tensions spike and challenges in accessing job and housing markets continue − Assessing conditions of Venezuelan asylum seekers and migrants in Roraima](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/brazil-social-tensions-spike-and-challenges-in-accessing-job-and-housing-markets-continue-−-assessing-conditions-of-venezuelan-asylum-seekers-and-migrants-in-roraima/): As the economic, political and social crisis in Venezuela continues with little sustainable solutions in sight, thousands of Venezuelans have been displaced to neighbouring countries. The fresh REACH assessment provides information on the needs of displaced Venezuelans.
- [Nigeria: The challenge of ensuring equal access to water in Borno State](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nigeria-the-challenge-of-ensuring-equal-access-to-water-in-borno-state-2/): Since May 2013, the Boko Haram insurgency triggered the displacement of over 2 million people, out of which 1.4 million are in Borno state. Highly dynamic and difficult-to-access, northern Nigeria remains a crisis with limited amount of evidence available to humanitarian partners for aid planning and delivery. To inform the WASH response in Borno state,
- [Syria: Assessing the needs of IDPs in sites across Ar-Raqqa and Al-Hasakeh governorates](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-assessing-the-needs-of-idps-in-sites-across-ar-raqqa-and-al-hasakeh-governorates/): In November 2016, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) announced the start of an operation to retake Ar-Raqqa city from the group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). Since then, conflict has caused complex displacement patterns in Ar-Raqqa and Al-Hasakeh governorates, compounded by conflict in neighbouring Aleppo and Deir-ez-Zor governorates. Overall,
- [Coffee Value Chain Assessment in Raymah Governorate, Yemen](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/coffee-value-chain-assessment-in-raymah-governorate-yemen/): REACH conducted an assessment in Raymah governorate in Yemen, between January and April 2014, as part of the project led by ACTED and funded by EuropeAid: "Safeguarding rural food access in Raymah governorate: Building water resources management capacity and enhancing local incomes through coffee chain development". Focusing on the coffee sector in Raymah governorate, the
- [Syria: Threats of shelling, lack of healthcare and no access to education – The needs of IDPs in Idleb mount as conflict continues](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-threats-from-shelling-lack-of-healthcare-and-no-access-to-education-the-needs-of-idps-in-idleb-mount-as-conflict-continues/): An estimate of 1.4 million internally displaced persons or IDPs reside in Idleb governorate and the surrounding opposition-held areas of western Aleppo and north-western Hama. The figure has come to represent one of Syria’s largest IDP populations and a vast number of people who continue to live in dire conditions in overburdened host communities. These
- [Syria: Communities in Deir-ez-Zor governorate increasingly struggle to meet their basic needs as conflict continues](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-communities-in-deir-ez-zor-governorate-increasingly-struggle-to-meet-their-basic-needs-as-conflict-continues/): Since the beginning of September 2017, conflict has escalated in Deir-ez-Zor governorate as multiple parties have attempted to expel the group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) from the governorate. The escalation in conflict has caused large-scale displacement within and from Deir-ez-Zor governorate, with an estimated 320,000 persons displaced in
- [Iraq: Quarterly Profiling of 36 IDP Camps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-quarterly-profiling-of-36-idp-camps/): The current Iraqi internal displacement crisis originated with conflict in Anbar governorate between Armed Groups and the Iraq Security Forces in late 2013, rapidly spreading to Ninewa and other central governorates of Iraq in June 2014. The spread of insecurity led to large scale displacement with nearly 3.5 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) identified across
- [Syria: Latest case study assesses secondary displacement in Idleb governorate](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-latest-case-study-assesses-secondary-displacement-in-idleb-governorate/): Since its onset almost five years ago, the conflict in Syria is estimated to have brought about the internal displacement of approximately 7.6 million people within the country, a vast majority of whom live in non-camp settings. As of 2014, almost 75% of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) lived in host communities, either for free with host
- [REACH Mass Communication Assessment in Domiz Camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-mass-communication-assessment-in-domiz-camp/): To better understand the efficiency of the means of mass communication used in Domiz refugee camp in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI), REACH facilitated a rapid assessment in December 2013. Findings reveal that when used separately, none of the mass communication media allows aid actors to reach the entire refugee population. The assessment also found that most refugee households are
- [Syria: REACH informs on sectoral needs of the over 22,000 refugees and IDPs populating Al Hol Camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-reach-informs-on-sectoral-needs-of-the-over-22000-refugees-and-idps-populating-al-hol-camp/): Throughout 2016 and 2017, conflict in and around Ninewa governorate in Iraq has led to mass displacement across the border into neighbouring Syria. Over 15,000 Iraqi refugees have been received in Al Hol camp in Al-Hasakeh governorate since October 2016. Additionally, ongoing conflict across Syria, including in Deir-ez-Zor and Ar-Raqqa governorates, has led to internal
- [Launch of a new Monitoring and Evaluation framework for shelter actors in Somalia](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/launch-of-a-new-monitoring-and-evaluation-strategy-for-shelter-actors-in-somalia/): From 18-23 April, REACH and the Somalia Shelter Cluster conducted a training event in Nairobi to launch a new cluster monitoring and evaluation framework. The training was intended to familiarise cluster partners with a newly developed set of tools and guidance, which will assist shelter actors with needs assessment, planning, implementation and monitoring of programmes. Thanks to the generous support of ECHO
- [REACH supports response to displacement crisis in Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-supports-response-to-displacement-crisis-in-iraq/): From the outset of the emergency, REACH has been providing support for the relief response to the current displacement crisis in Iraq through rapid assessments, site mapping, analysis, transit sites and planning for IDP settlements. To upscale its current in-country capacity, REACH mobilized and deployed a team of assessment and GIS specialists. The REACH team
- [Nigeria: Seasonal rains sweep villages and farmlands – REACH part of UNDAC rapid deployment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nigeria-seasonal-rains-sweep-villages-and-farmlands-reach-part-of-undac-rapid-deployment/): The rains hit Nigeria hard this year. Seasonal rains in the most populous country of Africa are nothing new, yet the past month has seen unexpected levels of flooding which has already resulted in the death of more than 200 people. Recent flood alerts signaled by the National Hydrological Service Agency indicate that water levels of
- [Niger: Protection in Diffa region – What about Niger’s host communities?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-protection-in-diffa-region/): The Diffa region is one of the humanitarian hot spots of the Lake Chad Crisis. A large proportion of the civil population has experienced violent assaults reflecting the volatility of the security situation. Security measures such as curfews and prohibition of fishing, have thus been taken in the area and have restricted economic activities. Against
- [Niger: Are accountability mechanisms functioning in the Diffa region?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-are-accountability-mechanisms-functioning-in-the-diffa-region/): For the past two years, the Diffa region in south-east Niger has been affected by recurrent attacks by armed groups. Despite the efforts made to stabilise the security situation in Diffa and the broader Lake Chad region, these attacks continue to cause large displacement and negatively impact on the security, socio-political and economic situation in
- [OPT: Assessment of shelter response finds assistance largely successful, despite persistent needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/opt-assessment-of-shelter-response-finds-assistance-largely-successful-despite-persistent-needs/): In July and August 2014, the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPT), especially the Gaza Strip, witnessed unprecedented conflict and destruction of housing. Over the past two years, donors and aid actors have made significant efforts to provide humanitarian shelter assistance to the affected population in Gaza, although a number of challenges, gaps and blockages remained. To
- [Defining community-level vulnerabilities in Lebanon](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/defining-community-level-vulnerabilities-in-lebanon/): Since its outbreak four years ago, the conflict in Syria has generated a massive regional refugee crisis. According to UNHCR, over 4 million Syrians are registered as refugees in neighbouring countries as of September 2015, and Lebanon alone has received over 1 million Syrians in the past four years. These massive numbers have discernably had
- [New count shows decrease in population of Za'atari refugee camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/population-count-of-zaatari-camp-jordan/): Between 30 December 2014 and 18 January 2015, REACH conducted a population count in Za’atari refugee camp, Jordan, in partnership with UNICEF. The count provided vital information on the population of each block and district of Za'atari, including the date of arrival and type of shelter, and will help humanitarian organisation delivering aid in the camp to plan
- [South Sudan: Food insecurity persists despite humanitarian assistance, raising concerns for the 2018 lean season](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-food-insecurity-persists-despite-humanitarian-assistance-raising-concerns-for-the-2018-lean-season/): The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) for September 2017 estimates that 6 million South Sudanese (56% of the total population) are food insecure with 40,000 facing a humanitarian catastrophe. A severe deterioration of the food security situation was identified not only in the access to food, but also in the geographic spread of counties
- [Press release | The humanitarian community urges stronger action on the humanitarian crisis in eastern Ukraine](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/the-humanitarian-community-urges-stronger-action-on-the-humanitarian-crisis-in-eastern-ukraine/): International and local humanitarian agencies engaged in Ukraine joined forces in Berlin for a one-day conference to draw attention to the forgotten humanitarian crisis in the east of the country, urging decision makers to commit to tangible improvements to the situation in eastern Ukraine. Press Release by ACCESS Consortium – Berlin 22 November 2017 An average
- [Bangladesh - Rohingya Crisis: Mapping infrastructure and services in refugee camps and sites](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/bangladesh-rohingya-crisis-mapping-infrastructure-and-services-in-refugee-camps-and-sites/): Since 25 August 2017, more than half a million Rohingya have fled conflict in Myanmar across the border to Bangladesh. The majority have settled in makeshift settlements and spontaneous sites, in self-built shelters established primarily with bamboo and tarpaulin bought upon arrival. The speed and scale of displacement, continued movement of people within the area,
- [Nigeria: Severe protection concerns in Borno State](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nigeria-severe-protection-concerns-in-borno-state/): Following 8 years of conflict between the Nigerian Government and Armed Opposition Groups (AOGs) in north-eastern Nigeria, the region has seen significant levels of destroyed infrastructure, a dramatic erosion of livelihoods and the displacement of over 2 million people at the height of the conflict. The entire population in the region is extremely vulnerable and
- [Syria: Winter has passed but challenges remain for residents in camps and informal sites](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-winter-has-passed-but-challenges-remain/): Ongoing conflict since late 2016 has led to widespread displacement across northeast Syria, forcing an estimated 570,000 residents of Deir-ez-Zor and Raqqa governorates from their homes to date. Conflict has subsided in recent months and many displaced civilians have returned to their homes, though an estimated 70,000 remain in formal managed camps and informal sites.
- [Nigeria: Assessing the feasibility of cash-based aid across northeast Nigeria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nigeria-assessing-the-feasibility-of-cash-based-aid-across-northeast-nigeria/): Nine years of conflict in northeast Nigeria have caused widespread displacement and suffering, with the UN estimating 7.7 million people to be in need of humanitarian assistance at the start of 2018. In response to these needs, humanitarian actors have sought to provide vulnerable populations with aid through both in-kind distributions and cash-based assistance, although
- [Syria: Services and infrastructure remain limited in Ar-Raqqa city as residents return](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-services-and-infrastructure-remain-limited-in-ar-raqqa-city-as-residents-return/): Following months of intense conflict, Ar-Raqqa city was completely evacuated of civilians in late October 2017. Despite widespread damage, high levels of unexploded ordnance (UXO) contamination and a lack of basic services, residents began returning to their homes in large numbers immediately after the cessation of conflict. Humanitarian actors and local authorities have begun relief
- [South Sudan: Food Security remains a major concern for Sudanese refugees in Maban and Pariang Counties](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-food-security-remains-a-major-concern-for-sudanese-refugees/): Since the outbreak of conflict in Sudan’s South Kordofan and Blue Nile states in 2011, an estimated 200,000 Sudanese have become refugees in South Sudan, with most of them staying in Pariang and Maban Counties in Unity State and Upper Nile state. Due to the continued influx of refugees, the relocation of refugees between camps,
- [Niger: REACH activities enable better decision making and aid responses in Diffa](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-reach-activities-enable-better-decision-making-and-aid-responses-in-diffa/): With over 235,000 displaced persons, the Diffa region is considered as one of the main humanitarian hot spots of the Lake Chad crisis. Since 2015, this area located in south-east Niger has been affected by protracted conflict and massive displacement. However, little was known on the extent of humanitarian needs of the population living in this
- [Bangladesh: REACH supports monsoon season emergency preparedness of Rohingya camps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/bangladesh-reach-supports-monsoon-season-emergency-preparedness-of-rohingya-camps/): Eight months into the world’s fastest growing refugee crisis, humanitarian actors are confronted with a new challenge. The upcoming monsoon season is likely to bring floods, landslides and cyclones to the densely populated Rohingya camps in Bangladesh, putting an estimated 800,000 people at risk. In this context, REACH in close collaboration with the Intersector Coordination
- [Syria: Despite reduction in conflict, access to services remains highly limited in Deir-ez-Zor governorate](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-despite-reduction-in-conflict-access-to-services-remains-highly-limited/): Since mid-2017, ongoing conflict has led to displacement from and within Deir-ez-Zor governorate, totalling an estimated 230,000 persons from July to mid-December. The recent de-escalation of conflict in parts of the governorate has allowed limited humanitarian access for the first time since 2014. The situation in the governorate remains fluid, with spontaneous returns in certain
- [South Sudan: Explaining Famine Risks from the Experiences of South Sudanese](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-explaining-famine-risks-from-the-experiences-of-south-sudanese/): Famine was declared in South Sudan’s Unity State counties of Mayendit and Leer in early 2017. Although this Famine was reversed through increased humanitarian assistance, subsequent updates from the Integrated Phase Food Security Classification (IPC) for South Sudan have continued to highlight the risk of Famine in different parts of the country. The January IPC
- [Niger: Emergency schooling requires urgent improvements for the provision of quality education](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-emergency-schooling-requires-urgent-improvements-for-the-provision-of-quality-education/): Since 2013, conflict and resulting insecurity have led to massive population displacement in Niger’s south-eastern Diffa region. More than 235,000 were reportedly displaced at the end of 2017, including refugees from Nigeria and internally displaced populations. According to the Direction Régionale de l’Education Primaire (DREP), in 2015, more than 12,000 children had to be withdrawn
- [Iraq: Understanding Movement Intentions of Displaced People in Camps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-understanding-movement-intentions-of-displaced-people-in-camps/): Over the last four years, nearly 6 million people were displaced by conflict in Iraq. As of early 2018, 2.3 million people remain internally displaced, including over 580,000 residing in formal camp settings. While new displacements continue, the overall number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) has decreased considerably as the cessation of active fighting and
- [DRC: Displaced people in Kasai face large-scale destruction of shelter and water shortages](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/drc-displaced-people-in-kasai-face-large-scale-destruction/): During 2017 conflict expanded across the Great Kasai and intensified in the eastern provinces of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This escalation has exponentially driven up humanitarian needs and jeopardized development endeavours. Today, the country hosts more than 4.5 million internally displaced people (IDPs), more than any other African country. To inform the humanitarian response
- [Iraq: Launch of Price Monitoring Dashboard Enhances Analytical Capacity of Partners](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-launch-of-price-monitoring-dashboard-enhances-analytical-capacity-of-partners/): As the situation in Iraq develops, the importance of cash as a means of aid delivery remains central. Increasingly, humanitarian actors find themselves in need of accurate price data to better inform their programs and policies. In September 2016, the Joint Price Monitoring Initiative (JPMI) was launched by the Cash Working Group (CWG) Iraq and
- [Afghanistan: A snapshot of needs and vulnerabilities in Hard-to-Reach districts](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/afghanistan-a-snapshot-of-needs-and-vulnerabilities-in-hard-to-reach-districts/): Since January 2017, over 200,000 people have been displaced internally in Afghanistan as a result of the ongoing conflict according to the 2017 Humanitarian Needs Overview (HNO), with approximately 20% of all displaced persons believed to be residing in Hard-to-Reach areas. In Afghanistan, a Hard-to-Reach district is most commonly understood as a district where access
- [Displacement in East Africa: Which factors are driving returns of South Sudan refugees from Uganda and Kenya?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/displacement-in-east-africa-which-factors-are-driving-returns-of-south-sudan-refugees/): The ongoing conflict in South Sudan displaced an estimated 4 million people from their homes. According to UNHCR, 2.5 million out of the 4 million displaced South Sudanese have become refugees in neighbouring countries, including Uganda, Kenya, Sudan and Ethiopia. However, due to difficult conditions in refugee camps and settlements, some refugees are reportedly returning
- [ECRE Op-Ed: Deterrents turned detention – The impact of EU migration measures on migrants in Libya](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ecre-op-ed-deterrents-turned-detention-the-impact-of-eu-migration-measures-on-migrants-in-libya/): Almost exactly a year ago, in May 2017, close to 23,000 migrants crossed the Mediterranean sea and reached the shores of Italy. This May, the number of migrants from Libya had dropped to 4,000. This meant an almost sixfold decrease. This drop coincides with a number of measures the EU and EU member states put in place together with Libya’s UN
- [Iraq: Understanding the situation in areas of return – Findings from Sinjar](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-understanding-the-situation-in-areas-of-return-findings-from-sinjar/): Iraq has seen more than 3.5 million people return to their area of origin nationwide since the Government of Iraq announced victory over the so-called Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) in December 2017. To help inform programming that supports a durable and safe returns process, REACH, in partnership with the Returns Working
- [Niger: New information management capacities to assist the humanitarian community](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-new-information-management-capacities-to-assist-the-humanitarian-community/): With the ongoing displacement crisis in the Diffa region and along the border with Mali and the continued influx of migrants traveling via Niger migratory routes, Niger remains a humanitarian hot spot. Meanwhile, the humanitarian community is facing significant information management (IM) challenges. Streamlined tools for data collection and data analysis, comparable and shared data
- [Syria: Deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Hama Governorate](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-deteriorating-in-hama-governorate/): Since the beginning of the conflict in Syria, Hama governorate has been affected by conflict and witnessed intensified fighting in the second half of 2017. This resulted in access restrictions to food, healthcare, water and fuel, with an estimated 100,000 people in acute need of humanitarian assistance according to the 2018 Humanitarian Needs Overview. Intensification
- [Renewed violence in northern Syria forces another 300,000 away from home - but where can they go?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/renewed-violence-in-northern-syria-forces-another-300000-people-away-from-home-but-where-can-they-go/): Shelling and airstrikes forced over 300,000 people to flee their homes in Syria between May and June. Many families have been escaping grave danger in their own country for the second or third time since the conflict’s onset nine years ago. Today, potential destinations for those seeking safety are becoming increasingly limited.
- [Returning decision-making to communities: Could cash-assistance be the way forward in northeast Syria?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/returning-decision-making-to-communities-could-cash-assistance-be-the-way-forward-in-northeast-syria/): Over eight years of destructive conflict has taken a heavy toll on Syria’s economy. Massive internal displacement, emigration and mortality have greatly weakened the population, out of which more than half are estimated to be in the need of assistance. With this in mind, REACH conducted an in-depth cash and markets assessment across northeast Syria to better understand the feasibility and implications of scaling up cash-based interventions.
- [New displacement crisis emerges as Nigerians flee to the Maradi region](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/new-displacement-crisis-emerges-as-nigerians-flee-to-the-maradi-region/): Over the last three months, a new displacement crisis has emerged in the border region of Maradi in Niger. While more than 35,000 refugees have crossed the border from Nigeria to Niger, causes behind the escalation remain largely unknown. The humanitarian community has been called to act and address the mounting needs of the displaced populations. A briefing paper published by REACH provides an overview to the situation in the region.
- [Press release | Intensification of aerial bombardment and shelling displaces more than 180,000 in Idleb](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/press-release-intensification-of-aerial-bombardment-and-shelling-displaces-more-than-180000-in-idleb/): Southern Idleb and northern Hama, part of the last opposition-held territory in Syria, have seen renewed intensification of conflict. Due to the intensity of escalation and the seizing of key opposition-held areas, the ongoing clashes could develop into a final offensive which is feared to spiral into one of the worst humanitarian tragedies of the 21st century.
- [Syria: Truce agreements lead to humanitarian improvements in besieged and hard-to-reach communities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-truce-agreements-lead-to-humanitarian-improvements-in-besieged/): Historically, sieges have been used to blockade a community, cutting off entrance routes, in order to lessen the resistance of the local population. Unlike many historical tactics, this one is still in active use: in Syria, the UN estimates that 2.9 million people in need live in communities that are either besieged or otherwise hard-to-reach
- [Syria: REACH and CCCM population and displacement monitoring informs aid response](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-reach-and-cccm-population-and-displacement-monitoring-informs-aid/): Since March 2011, an estimated 12.6 million people have been displaced by protracted conflict in Syria. As of August 2017, United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported that approximately 6.1 million people in Syria were internally displaced persons (IDPs) – representing almost a third of the country’s pre-war population. Commonly, forced
- [Libya: Inter-communal clashes in Sebha lead to displacement and service disruption](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/libya-inter-communal-clashes-in-sebha/): Since late January 2018, the southern Libyan city of Sebha has been subject to inter-communal violence between the Tebu and Awlad Suleiman communities, which has escalated throughout the month of March. These clashes have mainly affected Sebha’s southern and eastern neighbourhoods, displacing up to 870 households to the safer western side of the city and
- [Ensuring accountability to affected populations: Community perceptions of humanitarian aid in South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ensuring-accountability-to-affected-populations-community-perceptions-of-humanitarian-assistance-in-south-sudan/): Accountability to affected populations represents an active commitment to use power responsibly and being held accountable by the beneficiaries of humanitarian assistance. Whilst aid actors are strengthening their work, much more is needed to institutionalise this practice. REACH in South Sudan is monitoring perceptions of humanitarian aid in order to continue improving it.
- [Press Release: Refugees and migrants in the South of Tunisia- a crisis of unmet needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/refugees-and-migrants-in-the-south-of-tunisia-a-crisis-of-unmet-needs/): Medenine has become one of Tunisia's main migration hubs. REACH assessment of the situation revealed that the challenges faced by refugees and migrants require acute attention. So far the response has been underwhelming, compounding their already existing vulnerabilities.
- [Mr. Claus Sørensen, ex-director of ECHO, conducts independent review of the 2018 Multi-Sector Needs Assessments](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ex-director-general-for-echo-claus-sorensen-conducts-independent-review-of-the-impact-of-2018-multi-sector-needs-assessments/): In order to evaluate the added-value and to identify lessons learned for the future, and with financial support from the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO), Mr. Claus Sørensen was tasked to conduct an independent review of the MSNAs conducted in 2018.
- [Outspoken but Unheard: how diasporas in Europe shape migration along Mediterranean Sea Route](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/outspoken-but-unheard-how-diasporas-in-europe-shape-migration-along-central-mediterranean-sea-route/): The relation between refugees and migrants in mixed migration flows along the Central Mediterranean Sea route and the diaspora in Europe remains poorly understood. The present study challenges existing perceptions of the interaction between those who aspire to travel and those who have already made the difficult journey by exploring the reality of the relationship as reported by migrants and refugees themselves.
- [Climate change and natural hazards in Bangladesh show the need to focus on vulnerable populations](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/climate-change-and-sudden-onset-disasters-in-bangladesh-shows-the-need-to-focus-on-vulnerable-populations/): Living in a country where a quarter of the land lives barely above sea-level, the people of Bangladesh are especially vulnerable to the effects of climate change and the havoc wrought by natural hazards. REACH focuses on improving the preparedness and informing the needs of vulnerable host and refugee populations along the coastlines in Cox's Bazar.
- [Press Release | Data from Northwest Syria signals urgent need to scale-up response and prioritize most vulnerable](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/data-from-northwest-syria-signals-urgent-need-to-scale-up-response-and-prioritize-most-vulnerable/): To respond to the unbearable situation of the 900,000 people who have fled their homes from conflict and violence in Northwest Syria, REACH has activated the Emergency Needs Tracking (ENT) system to assess and monitor the vital needs of extremely vulnerable communities.
- [Press release | Situation Overview in northwest Syria shows humanitarian situation is at risk of further deteriorating](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/situation-overview-in-northwest-syria-shows-humanitarian-situation-is-at-risk-of-further-deteriorating/): REACH closely monitored and triangulated key findings from various assessments conducted in the Idleb and Aleppo governorates to provide comprehensive, timely and reliable evidence on the humanitarian situation of the 950,000 displaced persons on the ground. The overview highlights a clear and urgent need to scale-up operations in the region.
- [Press release | New situation overview from Northwest Syria shows that living conditions of new arrivals remain dire](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/press-release-new-situation-overview-from-northwest-syria-shows-that-living-conditions-of-new-arrivals-remain-dire/): Data collected on 9 March shows that the displaced population is highly vulnerable, and many basic humanitarian needs are unmet. Living conditions of new arrivals remain dire too. REACH continues to inform the world, and humanitarian actors, on the evolution of the situation of displaced families in NW Syria.
- [Press release | South Sudan displacement crisis: Critical conditions in transit areas expected to worsen as funding shortfalls reduce capacity to respond](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/press-release-south-sudan-displacement-crisis-critical-conditions-in-transit-areas-expected-to-worsen-as-funding-shortfalls-reduce-capacity-to-respond/): Geneva, Switzerland, 5 September 2023 – Highly vulnerable returnees to South Sudan, fleeing the conflict in Sudan, are facing dire conditions in both transit areas near the border as well as in local host communities. Critical rates of acute malnutrition and measles outbreaks in transit locations, in addition to emergency levels of acute
- [Destined to Migrate: Exploring a culture of migration in a world of migration restrictions](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/destined-to-migrate-exploring-a-culture-of-migration-in-a-world-of-migration-restrictions/): New REACH report "Destined to Migrate", in collaboration with the Mixed Migration Centre, looks at the culture of migration in Kayes, Mali, and its effect on people's aspiration to migrate- contrasted by changes in the European Union's migration policies. Findings show that migration aspirations are generally undeterred by restrictive migration policies, paving the way for more irregular travel.
- [Beyond the tipping point? COVID-19 pushes environmental migrants to the brink in the Sahel](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/pushed-to-the-brink-the-impact-of-covid-19-for-environmental-migrants-in-the-sahel/): Described as a Ground Zero for climate change by the United Nations, the Sahel region hosts some of the most vulnerable populations in the world. Yet climate change is just one of the many challenges Sahelians’ are forced to contend with. The combination of climate change further compounded by the spread of COVID-19 and the measures taken to fight it, act as threat multipliers in some of the most crisis-affected communities globally.
- [Uniting a global WASH response with an evidence-based approach: the WASH Severity Classification](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/uniting-a-global-wash-response-with-an-evidence-based-approach-the-wash-severity-classification/): The WASH Severity Classification is a set of tools and protocols designed to enable analysts from humanitarian and development organizations to measure the severity of WASH conditions across various crises and time- through an evidence-based approach that uses recognized standards.
- [Rising to the challenge of surveying over 100,000 crisis-affected households amid a global pandemic](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/rising-to-the-challenge-of-surveying-over-100000-crisis-affected-households-amid-a-global-pandemic/): In 2020, switching to remote data collection processes, REACH teams around the world were able to survey the needs of over 100,000 households as part of the flagship Multi-Sector Needs Assessments designed to shape more informed and targeted aid- setting a standard for the safe collection of data in the process.
- [Tackling information gaps in the informal settlements of Afghanistan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/tackling-information-gaps-informal-settlements-afghanistan/): The 2018-2021 Humanitarian Response Plan in Afghanistan was updated this year to include a renewed focus on the situation in informal settlements, the needs of the long-displaced populations within them, and the extent to which they are included in humanitarian and development caseloads. However, the needs, demographics, and current living conditions of these often-overlooked populations are not well understood.
- [Addressing the protracted water crisis in Iraq with nationwide WASH assessments](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/addressing-the-protracted-water-crisis-in-iraq-with-comprehensive-multi-sectoral-data/): Since Iraq is considered an extremely water stressed country, achieving the crucial mandate of water for all will be a challenge. However, up-to-date data that aims to shed light on all the facets of this crisis can provide actors with an evidence-based shared understanding from which to tackle this vital task effectively.
- [Iraq | Understanding movement intentions of IDPs living in camps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/iraq-understanding-movement-intentions-of-idps-living-in-formal-camps/): Following the de-escalation of active military operations in Iraq, the fighting has stabilised. The government has been encouraging IDPs to return to their area of origin, with camps progressively closing since June 2019. In spite of this recommendation, the vast majority of IDP households living in camps reported having no intention of returning to their area of origin.
- [The impact of COVID-19 on acute food insecurity across crisis-affected countries](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/the-impact-of-covid-19-on-acute-food-insecurity-across-crisis-affected-countries/): Evidence pouring in from various market monitoring and analysis assessments showed the extent to which food security levels are being threatened in many countries. With this in mind, IMPACT Initiatives prompted a discussion with market monitoring and food security experts to further elaborate on the role of market monitoring and analysis systems, and the need for more granular data
- [NIGERIA: ACTED & THE REACH TEAM CONDEMN THE ASSASSINATION OF THEIR TEAM MEMBER AND 4 OTHER HUMANITARIAN WORKERS AND CAPTIVES](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/nigeria-acted-the-reach-team-condemn-the-assassination-of-their-team-member-and-4-other-humanitarian-workers-and-captives/): It is with profound grief that we confirm the death of Darman Dungus, a member of the REACH team, and 4 other humanitarian workers and captives who were taken hostage by a non-state armed group in north-eastern Nigeria, Borno State, on June 8, 2020.
- [Informing the humanitarian response in CAR – a logistical and security feat](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/informing-the-humanitarian-response-in-car-a-logistical-and-security-feat/): Central Africans continue to endure the many nefarious effects of a complex and severe humanitarian crisis. Yet for the first time in the country, and in spite of significant logistical and security challenges, a multi-sector needs assessment has been conducted to respond to the crisis in a targeted, prioritized and effective manner.
- [Host communities as front-liners to the displacement crisis in DRC](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/host-communities-as-front-liners-to-the-displacement-crisis-in-drc/): Communities living in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continue to suffer from an acute and complex humanitarian crisis. Due to the increased insecurity affecting the region these past several years, DRC has become the African country which hosts the most internally displaced persons (IDPs)- who now number over 5 million. The brunt of displacement is often left to host communities who are the de facto front-liners of this situation. Including them in the humanitarian response must be made a priority.
- [Understanding disability in Rohingya refugee camps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/understanding-disability-in-rohingya-refugee-camps/): The Rohingya refugee camps in Bangladesh host roughly 850,000 refugees. The crisis is in its fourth year now and prospects of return of refugees to Myanmar continue to be uncertain. Over the past years, successive joint response plans have highlighted the importance of a meaningful and dignified inclusion of individuals across all age groups and persons with disabilities into humanitarian response programming.
- [Des données fiables comme base des décisions humanitaires au Niger grâce à une première évaluation multisectorielle des besoins à l’échelle de la crise.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/des-donnees-fiables-comme-base-des-decisions-humanitaires-au-niger-grace-a-une-premiere-evaluation-multisectorielle-des-besoins-a-lechelle-de-la-crise/): Aux trois quarts désertique, le territoire nigérien fait face à de sévères contraintes géographiques et climatiques, récemment exacerbées par des épisodes récurrents de sécheresse et d’inondation. De plus, l’insécurité qui règne dans le pays du fait de la présence de groupes armés se superpose aux faiblesses structurelles du Niger en matière de développement. Une étude REACH conduite en début d’année a également démontré à quel point la pandémie a pu avoir un impact destructeur pour les populations du Sahel.
- [Improving living conditions of displaced families in Yemen: Mapping service gaps to enhance response to the needs and vulnerabilities of IDP communities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/improving-conditions-in-yemen-mapping-service/): Living conditions of displaced families in hosting sites is a key priority for the Camp Coordination and Camp Management Cluster team, led by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency and its partners, including REACH. In order to do so, the Cluster has been working extensively to provide mapping on the state of services and gaps across sites hosting IDPs to allow for a targeted response based on the needs and vulnerabilities of IDP communities as reported by them directly.
- [Updates on ongoing research on the impact of COVID-19 in crisis-affected countries](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/updates-on-ongoing-research-and-activities-linked-to-covid-19-pandemic/): Access all the ongoing research and activities that IMPACT and REACH are launching in order to help the humanitarian community respond to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in crisis-affected countries. Regular updates, key findings and contact information.
- [Low water levels and increasing drought are felt among communities in northeast Syria, facing humanitarian and environmental disasters.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/low-water-levels-and-increasing-drought-are-felt-among-communities-in-northeast-syria-facing-humanitarian-and-environmental-disasters/): Reduced water levels in the Euphrates River has wide-ranging humanitarian impacts for millions of people in Syria, including their access to water and electricity. IMPACT/REACH has produced a thorough Situation Overview on both the context and the impact of this looming disaster.
- [“Best Practice” Joint and Impartial Needs Assessments: MSNAs’ 2020 Significant Progress Towards Supporting Grand Bargain Commitments](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/best-practice-joint-and-impartial-needs-assessments-msnas-2020-significant-progress-towards-supporting-grand-bargain-commitments/): The improvement of joint and impartial needs assessments has been a core priority of the humanitarian community, who has formalised this concern with a commitment to strive towards needs assessments that are impartial, unbiased, comprehensive, context-sensitive, timely and up-to-date. In order to promote efforts toward this goal, REACH has been working extensively to support the
- [Afghanistan faces a rapidly worsening humanitarian crisis](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/afghanistan-faces-a-rapidly-worsening-humanitarian-crisis/): Following an offensive that saw the Taliban take control of almost all districts previously held by the government, the Taliban entered the capital Kabul on 15 August and consolidated their power in Afghanistan. More than 409,000 people have been newly internally displaced by the conflict between the Taliban and Government forces and the Taliban’s territorial expansion from May-August.
- [780,000 people are affected by flooding in South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/780000-people-are-affected-by-flooding-in-south-sudan/): An estimated 780,000 people in 31 counties were reported as affected by flooding in South Sudan since May. People in Jonglei, Unity and Upper Nile states, are the worst affected by the floods. Flooding has led to widespread collapse of livelihoods, severely affecting the ability of households to maintain livestock decreasing community and household coping capacities.
- [Putting people first: understanding their needs to go beyond the top-down approach to accountability](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/putting-people-first-understanding-their-needs-to-go-beyond-the-top-down-approach-to-accountability/): Six years after commitments were made to put ‘people at the centre’ of humanitarian action, the assistance given to people in crisis is not always what they want or need. Despite the ambitions, in practice there has been a consistent lack of practical and holistic understanding of the priorities of affected communities to adapt approaches
- [Three key ways global decision-makers can support humanitarian workers in delivering on AAP](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/three-key-ways-global-decision-makers-can-support-humanitarian-workers-in-delivering-on-aap/): Each year, 19 August marks World Humanitarian Day (WHD), designated by the UN General Assembly seven years ago as a day to commemorate aid workers, to advocate for their continued safety and security when deployed in fragile contexts, and to advocate for action in support of the millions of crisis-affected people around the world. WHD
- [Famine projected in three areas of Bay Region, alongside calls for urgent scale-up of aid](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/famine-projected-in-three-areas-of-bay-region-alongside-calls-for-urgent-scale-up-of-aid/): Emergency Relief Coordinator: “Today we are receiving a final warning.” What is happening? Watch our 2-minute explainer on the current drought crisis This week’s “multi-partner technical release” from the IPC After several weeks of analysis and deliberation, the IPC released a famine projection for Baidoa and Buur Hakaba on 5 September. According to the technical
- [Navigating winter in Ukraine: A look at the Cold Spot Risk Assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/navigating-winter-in-ukraine-a-look-at-the-cold-spot-risk-assessment/): While more than 7 million Ukrainians have left the country since the start of the conflict, those left in Ukraine are in the midst of a harsh winter, facing extreme cold conditions. As temperatures continue to stay below zero in most parts of the country, any functioning infrastructure is crucial to get Ukrainians through the
- [Conflict in Ukraine: The one-year milestone](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/conflict-in-ukraine-the-one-year-milestone/): Today marks one year since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, an event which has triggered a humanitarian crisis of immense scale. The conflict has caused widespread forced displacement, including more than 5.3 million people reported to be displaced from their homes inside Ukraine, and over 8 million refugees recorded across Europe – nearly one-third of
- [IMPACT mobilises to inform humanitarian response planning following the escalation of violence in Middle East](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impact-mobilises-to-inform-humanitarian-response-planning-following-the-escalation-of-violence-in-middle-east/): Following the escalation of conflict and violence in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories (oPt) since 7 October 2023, IMPACT has mobilized to support humanitarian partners and coordination platforms in their response. Within this framework, our teams are directly supporting humanitarian planning through secondary and primary data and Information Management (IM) support. For example, we
- [Accountability & Inclusion Thread](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/accountability-and-inclusion-thread/): Launch Statement Promoting a people-centred aid system: IMPACT’s commitment to producing community-driven evidence for humanitarian decision making In recent years, there has been growing momentum around putting people and communities at the centre of humanitarian action, packaged under a series of Accountability to Affected People (AAP) principles and commitments. This push for stronger accountability mechanisms
- [South Sudan: Challenges and opportunities for communication with disaster-affected communities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/south-sudan-challenges-and-opportunities-for-communication-with-disaster-affected-communities/): Since the beginning of conflict in South Sudan in 2013, armed clashes have altered an already fragile media and telecommunications landscape, leaving many without regular access to trustworthy news and information. An estimated 1.9 million people are internally displaced (IDPs) and millions more live in areas where the ability to provide appropriate humanitarian assistance is
- [Central African Republic : REACH Emergency Deployment with the Global Shelter Cluster](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/central-african-republic-reach-emergency-deployment-with-the-global-shelter-cluster/): REACH deployed with the Global Shelter Cluster in Central African Republic to conduct a shelter assessment Through its stand-by partnership with the Global Shelter Cluster, REACH has been deployed to Central African Republic on January 22nd, 2014 in order to facilitate a shelter cluster assessment in Bangui. With over 830,000 Internally Displaced Persons and almost
- [REACH Contributes to Shelter Projects 2014](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/reach-contributes-to-shelter-projects-2014/): An article by REACH on the importance of assessment in humanitarian shelter has been included in the latest volume of Shelter Projects, a publication and online collection of shelter case studies following conflict and natural disaster. The Shelter Case Studies Project, led by UNHCR, UN-Habitat and IFRC, has collected examples of good practice in shelter and settlement programming since 2008, and
- [Assessing Shelter needs among Internally Displaced Persons in Eastern Ukraine](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/assessing-shelter-needs-among-internally-displaced-persons-in-eastern-ukraine/): Following the outbreak of the conflict in Ukraine in early 2014 and despite two successive ceasefires in September 2014 and February 2015, the humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate. To date, the conflict has affected an estimated 5.2 million people and caused the internal displacement of more than 1.4 million in eastern Ukraine. Internal displacement has
- [DRC: REACH deployed to DRC to identify Shelter and WASH vulnerabilities and needs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/drc-reach-deployed-to-drc/): Since August 2016, more than 1.3 million people have been displaced in the Great Kasai region, which currently hosts over a third of IDPs in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Violence broke out after the killing of a community leader on 12 August 2016 and fighting between the national government and the local militia
- [Syria: Assessing needs and vulnerabilities in the besieged area of Eastern Ghouta](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/syria-assessing-needs-and-vulnerabilities-in-the-besieged-area-of-eastern-ghouta-2/): Eastern Ghouta is an agricultural region east of Damascus city, home to an estimated 400,000 people. Since the beginning of the Syrian conflict, humanitarian access has been limited and the area has been classified by the UN as besieged in 2013. In October 2017, the humanitarian situation in Eastern Ghouta declined rapidly due to access restriction
- [UKRAINE: Social taxi and legal services – how our partners translate data into humanitarian assistance for populations in the South](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-social-taxi-and-legal-services-how-our-partners-translate-data-into-humanitarian-assistance-for-populations-in-the-south/): How IMPACT informs an evidence-based humanitarian response, a case study from the South of Ukraine Since the Russian Federation’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022, the war has continued to escalate leaving over 14.6 million people – about 40 per cent of the Ukrainian population living in Ukraine – in need of humanitarian
- [Northern Mali: Limited access to water for affected communities in Kidal, Timbuktu and Gao](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/northern-mali-limited-access-to-water-for-affected-communities-in-kidal-timbuktu-and-gao/): For the past several years, Mali has been facing multiple challenges related to chronic (poverty, lack of basic services) and cyclical factors (crop loss, conflict).
- [Developing a Frequent Monitoring Framework to track progress made by UN agencies’ programming in Jordan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/developing-a-frequent-monitoring-framework-to-track-progress-made-by-un-agencies-programming-in-jordan/): Since the outbreak of the Syria crisis, Jordan has been seeking to accelerate the country’s development whilst mitigating the impact the crisis has had on the country.
- [From joining the team to leading it - Muna's story](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/from-joining-the-team-to-leading-it-munas-story/): Meet Muna, the committed humanitarian who went from joining REACH teams to building and leading them.
- [Understanding risk perception – the key to COVID-19 prevention in Uganda](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/understanding-risk-perception-the-key-to-covid-19-prevention-in-uganda/): In March 2020 the Ugandan government took quick action to prevent the spread of COVID-19 across its borders. However, the recommended preventative behaviors were not met with broad acceptance in Uganda. IMPACT Initiative, as part of its participation to the U-Learn consortium, conducted a mixed-methods assessment to understand why.
- [Building the evidence base: IMPACT’s research on climate change in crisis contexts](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/building-the-evidence-base-impacts-research-on-climate-change-in-crisis-contexts/): The COP27 climate summit kicked off this week in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. As parties to the climate change treaty gather to review annual progress on reducing carbon emissions, one key issue at the forefront for many activists is the impact the climate crisis is having on poorer countries. These nations bear the brunt of erratic
- [Presenting women's perspectives through humanitarian research: gaps, challenges, and lessons for a way forward](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/presenting-womens-perspectives-through-humanitarian-research-gaps-challenges-and-lessons-for-a-way-forward/): 22 Presenting women’s perspectives through humanitarian research: gaps, challenges, and lessons for a way forward
- [How internal displacement is impacting food security and livelihoods: a crucial cross-crisis analysis for the GRID report](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/how-internal-displacement-is-impacting-food-security-and-livelihood-a-crucial-cross-crisis-analysis-for-the-grid-report/)
- [World refugee day 2023 | Building the evidence base: IMPACT'S research on refugees in crisis contexts](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/world-refugee-day-2023-building-the-evidence-base-impacts-research-on-refugees-in-crisis-contexts/): Today is World Refugee Day, designated by the UN and observed annually since 2001, to honour refugees around the world and advocate for their rights. Forced to flee their homes due to armed conflict, violence, climate change, or other disasters, many refugees must also grapple with access to dignified and sustainable livelihoods, uncertainty regarding their
- [Sudan high-level pledging conference reflects on a dire situation and urgent need to act.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/sudan-high-level-pledging-conference-reflects-on-a-dire-situation-and-urgent-need-to-act/): The Sudan Pledging Conference took place earlier this week at the United Nations in Geneva (Switzerland), and the results are not what was hoped for. The governments of Egypt, Germany, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the African Union, and European Union convened this high-level pledging conference, aimed at supporting the humanitarian response in Sudan and the region.
- [How can settlement-based assessments support the humanitarian response in Yemen? What we learned from our pilot in two communities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/how-can-settlement-based-assessments-support-the-humanitarian-response-in-yemen-what-we-learned-from-our-pilot-in-two-communities/)
- [Launch of the report “Experiences, needs and aspirations of children, adolescents and caregivers displaced from Ukraine” in collaboration with Save the Children International](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/launch-of-the-report-experiences-needs-and-aspirations-of-children-adolescents-and-caregivers-displaced-from-ukraine-in-collaboration-with-save-the-children-international/): About six million refugees from Ukraine were displaced across Europe as of mid-August 2023, 34% of whom are children. The objectives of this research were to analyse the vulnerabilities, risks and protective factors, as well as child protection needs of Ukrainian refugee children, adolescents and their caregivers - to improve evidence-based interventions related to child
- [Impacts of the floods in Libya – Key findings from the Multi-Thematic Rapid Needs Assessment](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impacts-of-the-floods-in-libya-key-findings-from-the-multi-thematic-rapid-needs-assessment/): Between September 10th and 12th, flooding caused largescale destruction in northeastern Libya, particularly in the city of Derna after two dams broke upstream. Up-to-date post-disaster information on the scope and severity of needs is scarce, which is why IMPACT conducted a Multi-Thematic Rapid Needs Assessment (MTRNA) in collaboration with United Nations Disaster Assessment and Coordination
- [Recent escalation of violence in Greater Idleb causes major displacement and disruption of services](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/recent-escalation-of-violence-in-greater-idleb-causes-major-displacement-and-disruption-of-services/): Northern Syria has experienced a surge in violence in recent days, exacerbating an already severe humanitarian situation after twelve years of conflict and a devastating earthquake in February this year. Both the eastern and western parts of the region have been hit by airstrikes and shelling, resulting in deaths and injuries, damage to critical infrastructures
- [How our global partners use MSNA data to understand internal displacement](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/how-our-global-partners-use-msna-data-to-understand-internal-displacement/): Each year, REACH conducts Multi-Sector Needs Assessments (MSNAs) to support annual humanitarian response planning, through producing a reliable evidence base for decision-makers about the needs, vulnerabilities, and preferences of crisis-affected people. Many of the humanitarian crises where MSNAs are conducted are characterized by widespread internal displacement – as evidenced by the 70+ million internally displaced
- [Urbanisation and the growing complexity of cities– a humanitarian challenge](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/urbanisation-and-the-growing-complexity-of-cities-highlights-the-need-for-humanitarians-to-gear-up-response-to-urban-crises/): “Humanitarian agencies remain predominantly structured to operate in ‘traditional’ camp-like, sparsely populated contexts,” Schell highlights. “This is problematic because a typical response to a humanitarian crisis in a settlement is very distinct from what would be appropriate for a town or a city.”
- [IMPACT Initiatives at the Humanitarian Networks and Partnership Week 2020](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/impact-initiatives-at-the-humanitarian-networks-and-partnership-week-2020/): HNPW: the opportunity for IMPACT Initiatives and for players of the humanitarian to exchange views on multiple topical issues affecting the humanitarian sector.
- ["Women and Girls in Internal Displacement" report calls for more gender-disaggregated data](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/women-and-girls-in-internal-displacement-report-calls-for-more-gender-disaggregated-data/): IDMC's brand new study on the situation of women and girls in internal displacement, written in collaboration with IMPACT Initiatives and Plan International is now available.
- [Call for action for the safeguarding of humanitarian space and ending impunity for attacks against humanitarians](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/call-for-action-for-the-safeguarding-of-humanitarian-space-and-ending-impunity-for-attacks-against-humanitarians/): We call on the Security Council of the United Nations to create a reporting, monitoring and investigation mechanism that – while preserving humanitarian space – would make attacks against humanitarians a systematic trigger for action aimed at enhancing judicial cooperation so as to bring perpetrators to justice and deterring future attacks.
- [IMPACT and REACH adapt programming to inform COVID-19 humanitarian response](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/proposition-to-adapt-and-upscale-its-reach-programming-to-support-an-evidence-based-response/): Up-to-date data collection efforts and analysis are critical to ensure humanitarian action is targeted effectively and the most vulnerable populations prioritized in the COVID-19 response. In many countries IMPACT, notably through its REACH initiative, has been contacted to provide this support.
- [The Settlements Approach: Where Boundaries and Action Merge](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/the-settlements-approach-where-boundaries-and-action-merge/): To support aid organizations and local partners in putting this concept into practice, IMPACT Initiatives and partners of the Urban Settlements Working Group released the “Settlements Approach Guidance Note” in December 2020.
- [UKRAINE CRISIS](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/ukraine-crisis-supporting-humanitarian-response-in-and-outside-ukraine-with-the-the-right-data-and-information-products/): Both within and outside of Ukraine, the right data and information products are required by humanitarian actors in a timely and predictable manner. To contribute to a better understanding of the crisis, starting on February 25th, the most recent research outputs related to the situation of IDPs in Central and Western Ukraine, to the impact of the conflict on the living conditions in Ukraine, to the refugee humanitarian situation in neighbouring countries and to migration trends from Ukraine are gathered in the live webpage.
- [Informed decision-making in urban crises – Can area-based data make a difference?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/informed-decision-making-in-urban-crises-can-area-based-data-make-a-difference/): IMPACT Initiatives and UNHCR are joining forces for the UNHCR-NGO annual consultations and facilitating a workshop on area-based assessments, their use, strengths and weaknesses. Join us for an engaging session that will place you in the heart of urban refugee response planning.
- [Vulnerabilities extend beyond refugee populations – AGORA finds shared pattern of urban poverty among host and refugee populations living in Kampala](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/vulnerabilities-extend-beyond-refugee-populations-agora-finds-shared-pattern-of-urban-poverty-among-host-and-refugee-populations-living-in-kampala/): Bordered by some of the most crisis-prone countries in the world, Uganda hosts the largest refugee population on the African continent.
- [Kampala, Munich, Sweden and Strasbourg – AGORA supports municipalities at the forefront of refugee response](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/agora-supports-municipalities/): Surrounded by countries facing political instability, Uganda has become the primary destination for refugees fleeing conflict and insecurity in South Sudan, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- [Using area-based approaches to support returns and recovery in Bangui, Central African Republic](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/using-area-based-approaches-to-support-returns-and-recovery-in-bangui-central-african-republic/): Since 2013, a major crisis has shaken the Central African Republic, including its capital Bangui, with the onset of armed conflict, population displacement and inter-communal tensions.
- [Understanding vulnerabilities and needs of refugees in out-of-camp settings: AGORA pilot in the city of Mafraq, Jordan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/understanding-vulnerabilities-and-needs-of-refugees-in-out-of-camp-settings-agora-pilot-in-the-city-of-mafraq-jordan/): Recent displacement trends show that increasing numbers of displaced populations do not reside in camps or designated areas.
- [Soutenir le relèvement local à travers une approche territoriale - l'initiative AGORA en République Centrafricaine](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/soutenir-le-relevement-local-a-travers-une-approche-territoriale-linitiative-agora-en-republique-centrafricaine/): Le Sud-Est de la République Centrafricaine apparaît comme particulièrement affecté par les conséquences d’une crise prolongée, entravant le développement socio-économique et déchirant les liens inter et intra-communautaires. L’accès aux services de base y est dégradé, les activités économiques réduites et la présence de l’État ténue. L'objectif des équipes AGORA sur place? Améliorer le quotidien de 200 000 bénéficiaires d’ici juin 2022, en s’appuyant sur des Plans de relèvement local.
- [Findings solutions to displacement: a hand-in-hand process with municipalities in Niger](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/developing-durable-solutions-to-displacement-a-hand-in-hand-process-with-local-municipalities-in-niger/): Minor towns in the Diffa region of Niger are becoming heavily affected by displacement. In this region, where more than 250,000 people are forcibly displaced, urban systems have a limited capacity to absorb the increasing arrivals.
- [After years of violence Bangui is on the path to recovery – guided by data](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/after-years-of-violence-bangui-is-on-the-path-to-recovery-guided-by-data/): Bangui, the capital city of the Central African Republic, is slowly emerging from the onset of a major crisis sparked in 2013 by the ousting of President François Bozizé. Seven years later, IMPACT, via its AGORA initiative, is working within neighbourhoods to support local actors towards recovery.
- [Niger et RCA: les acteurs locaux au cœur de la réponse](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/niger-et-rca-les-acteurs-locaux-au-coeur-de-la-reponse/): 
- [A year after Sudan's political transition, humanitarian needs continue to grow across the country](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/a-year-after-the-start-of-the-political-transition-in-sudan-humanitarian-needs-continue-to-grow-across-the-country/): In Sudan, where over a quarter of the population is in need of humanitarian assistance, the year 2020 has seen a deepening economic crisis, exacerbated by COVID-19 containment measures, rising tensions in parts of the country In 2020, REACH led its first-ever multi-sector needs assessment (MSNA) in Sudan, across all 18 states and the Abyei Area, to provide humanitarian actors with an evidence-based understanding of humanitarian needs in the country, including for areas where humanitarian actors have traditionally been absent.
- [Cross-border aid mechanism to Northwest Syria in limbo, threatening to worsen already dire humanitarian conditions.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/stories/cross-border-aid-mechanism-to-northwest-syria-in-limbo-threatening-to-worsen-already-dire-humanitarian-conditions/): 

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## Crisis Updates

- [Regional overview: Ebola mobility patterns - September 2026](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/regional-overview-ebola-mobility-patterns-september-2026/): Key findings: Expansion in Bas-Uele and two new provinces have been affected: Affected areas of Bas-Uele province has expanded to three health zones (Buta, Ganga, Vladana), and new confirmed cases have been reported in Bulu Health Zone of Sud-Ubangi province. Increased risk for cross-border transmission to Central African Republic and South Sudan: Confirmed cases in
- [Regional overview: Ebola mobility patterns - October 2026](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/regional-overview-ebola-mobility-patterns-october-2026/): Key findings: Expansion in several health zones and one new province has been affected: Since our last map update, confirmed cases have been identified four additional locations – three new health zones in already affected provinces (Dungu in Haut Uele Province, Alimbango in North Kivu Province, Ango in Bas-Uele Province) and one new health zone
- [Insécurité alimentaire croissante face à l’épidémie de maladie à virus Ebola (MVE) en Ituri](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/insecurite-alimentaire-croissante-face-a-lepidemie-de-maladie-a-virus-ebola-mve-en-ituri/): Messages clés: Les mesures de riposte contre l’épidémie de MVE, notamment les restrictions de mouvements, affectent la disponibilité des denrées sur les marchés et les capacités des ménages à accéder à la nourriture en raison de la hausse des prix des denrées, et fragilisent le pouvoir d’achat. Des capacités de réponse locales et des systèmes
- [Regional overview: Ebola mobility patterns - August 2026](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/regional-overview-ebola-mobility-patterns-august-2026/): Key findings: Outbreak expansion continues: Bas-Uele Province reported its first Ebola-related death, while affected areas have continued to expand across Haut-Uele and Tshopo provinces, increasing the geographic footprint of the outbreak. Cross-border transmission risks are growing: Mobility patterns indicate heightened risk along key transport corridors linking affected areas to the Central African Republic through Bondo
- [Uganda - Ebola Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Survey in Ugandan  Refugee Sites](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/uganda-ebola-knowledge-attitudes-and-practices-survey-in-ugandan-refugee-sites/): Uganda has reported a smaller but epidemiologically linked outbreak resulting from cross-border transmission from the DRC. Refugee populations may face heightened vulnerability to Ebola transmission due to frequent population movements, crowded living conditions, barriers to accessing information and services, and continued epidemiological links between Uganda and affected areas of eastern DRC. At the same time, many
- [Regional overview: mobility patterns and health access vulnerabilities](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/regional-overview-mobility-patterns-and-health-access-vulnerabilities/): Since the Ebola outbreak, its spread has largely followed highly connected areas around the initial cluster in Ituri. REACH teams have updated their analysis and maps to reflect the rapid increase in confirmed cases and newly affected health zones. Key takeaways: While response efforts focus on affected areas, preparedness must be strengthened in neighbouring health
- [Évaluation rapide auprès des infrastructures sanitaires concernant l’épidémie de maladie à virus Ebola (MVE)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/evaluation-rapide-aupres-des-infrastructures-sanitaires-concernant-lepidemie-de-maladie-a-virus-ebola-mve/): Les infrastructures sanitaires et les personnels de santé occupent une place centrale dans la réponse à l’épidémie. Ils constituent le premier point de contact pour l’identification et la prise en charge des cas suspects, la mise en œuvre des mesures de prévention et de contrôle des infections, la sensibilisation des communautés ainsi que le maintien
- [Évaluation rapide auprès des établissements scolaires concernant l’épidémie de maladie à virus Ebola (MVE)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/evaluation-rapide-aupres-des-etablissements-scolaires-concernant-lepidemie-de-maladie-a-virus-ebola-mve/): Les établissements scolaires jouent un rôle essentiel dans la riposte à l'Ebola. Ils constituent des espaces privilégiés pour diffuser des informations fiables sur la maladie, promouvoir les comportements préventifs auprès des élèves, du personnel éducatif et des familles et contribuer à la détection précoce d’éventuels cas suspects. Des évaluations menées dans les zones affectées mettent
- [Regional overview: Evolution of Ebola-affected areas and mobility patterns](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/regional-overview-evolution-of-ebola-affected-areas-and-mobility-patterns/): Following the new confirmed Ebola cases in Tshopo and Haut-Uele Provinces as of July 2026, IMPACT has revised its previous maps on regional mobility patterns originating from currently affected health zones: Confirmed Ebola cases continue to present themselves in additional new health zones, with 2,344 confirmed cases, 930 confirmed deaths, and 46 health zones affected
- [South Sudan - Rapid Ebola Virus Disease Knowledge  Assessment in High-Risk Areas](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/south-sudan-rapid-ebola-virus-disease-knowledge-assessment-in-high-risk-areas/): South Sudan faces an elevated and sustained risk of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) importation, driven by an active outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain in the Democratic Republic of Congo and confirmed cross-border transmission into Uganda. Key findings: Despite widespread awareness of EVD, findings indicate some respondents do not believe outbreaks are occurring in neighbouring countries,
- [2026 Ebola Outbreak: Mobility and Health  System Vulnerabilities in Eastern DRC and  Bordering Areas](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/2026-ebola-outbreak-mobility-and-health-system-vulnerabilities-in-eastern-drc-and-bordering-areas/): In the DRC’s 17th Ebola outbreak, declared on 15 May, a four-week detection gap may have allowed the virus to spread through routine population movements. The REACH team has synthesised available mobility data and secondary sources to identify key vulnerabilities. Eastern DRC: Mobility data in the DRC shows that five provinces not currently classified as
- [Évaluation rapide des connaissances, attitudes et pratiques (CAP) concernant l’épidémie de maladie à virus Ebola (MVE)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/evaluation-rapide-des-connaissances-attitudes-et-pratiques-cap-concernant-lepidemie-de-maladie-a-virus-ebola-mve/): Face à l’épidémie d’Ebola (MVE), l’adoption de comportements préventifs, l’acceptation des mesures de santé publique, la confiance envers les acteurs de la riposte ainsi que l’accès à une information fiable sont déterminants pour l’efficacité des interventions. Dans ce contexte, REACH a conduit une évaluation rapide des connaissances, attitudes et pratiques auprès des communautés dans plusieurs
- [Suivi de la situation humanitaire - Territoire de Djugu, Irumu et Mambasa (Ituri-RDC)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/suivi-de-la-situation-humanitaire-territoire-de-djugu-irumu-et-mambasa-ituri-rdc/): Cette suivi de la situation humanitaire met en évidence les vulnérabilités pré-Ebola dans la province de l’Ituri. Dans de nombreuses zones touchées, la grande majorité des communautés vivaient déjà dans un contexte marqué par d’importants déplacements internes, une forte insécurité alimentaire, une dépendance à des sources d’eau non sûres et des barrières financières substantielles limitant
- [Mouvements de population et besoins humanitaires en Ituri et au Nord-Kivu - Brief #5](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/mouvements-de-population-et-besoins-humanitaires-en-ituri-et-au-nord-kivu-brief-5/): MESSAGE CLES • Avec respectivement 1 500 000 et 4 200 000 personnes en situation d’insécurité alimentaire aiguë élevée, les provinces de l’Ituri et du Nord-Kivu affichent une des situations les plus préoccupantes du pays. • Selon une évaluation rapide des marchés menée par REACH dans la zone de santé de Nyiragongo et ses environs,
- [Dashboard des mouvements et besoins de la population dans l'Est de la RDC en 2025](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dashboard-des-mouvements-et-besoins-de-la-population-dans-lest-de-la-rdc-en-2025/): CONTEXTE Depuis janvier 2025, les provinces du Nord-Kivu, du Sud-Kivu, de l'Ituri et du Tanganyika sont frappées par une intensification des violences entre groupes armés, entraînant d'importants déplacements de populations au sein de ces provinces, mais aussi vers d'autres régions. Dans ce contexte, il est crucial d'analyser les dynamiques de ces déplacements et de cerner
- [Suivi de la situation humanitaire - Territoire d'Uvira (ZS Hauts-Plateaux, Lemera, Ruzizi, Uvira) - Sud-Kivu - mars 2025](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/suivi-de-la-situation-humanitaire-territoire-de-djugu-zs-drodro-fataki-mangala-rethy-tchomia-ituri-mars-2025-2/): CONTEXTE Suite aux récents conflits dans la province du Sud-Kivu, plus de 554 000 personnes ont été affectées, dont 270 000 déplacés internes dans la ville d'Uvira. La détérioration de la situation sécuritaire a également entraîné de nombreux incidents de protection et cas de VBG dans un contexte d'épidémie de choléra surchargeant la capacité de
- [Suivi de la situation humanitaire - Territoire de Djugu (ZS Drodro, Fataki, Mangala, Rethy, Tchomia) - Ituri - mars 2025](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/suivi-de-la-situation-humanitaire-territoire-de-djugu-zs-drodro-fataki-mangala-rethy-tchomia-ituri-mars-2025/): CONTEXTE Le territoire de Djugu est marqué par d'importants affrontements entre acteurs armés dans un contexte régionale instable, entrainant d'importants déplacements de population et perturbant l'accès aux moyens de subsistance de la population. Cette fiche présente les résultats de la collecte des données ayant eu lieu du 13 au 19 mars 2025. Ces résultats se
- [Mouvements de population et besoins humanitaires au Nord et au Sud Kivu - Brief #4](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/mouvements-de-population-et-besoins-humanitaires-au-nord-et-au-sud-kivu-brief-4/): MESSAGES CLÉS • Dans le Lubero, il a été constaté l’arrivée de nombreux PDI durant les mois de février et mars 2025, dont la plupart souhaiterait rester plus de 3 mois dans les localités d’accueil. • Le suivi des marchés mené par REACH dans la zone de santé (ZS) de Rutshuru du 07 au 13
- [Dynamiques de déplacements : Lubero (Nord-Kivu) - 7-13 mars 2025](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-lubero-nord-kivu-7-13-mars-2025/): L’intensification des combats depuis décembre 2024 dans le territoire de Lubero a entraîné de nouveaux déplacements dans cette partie du “Grand Nord” du Nord-Kivu où l’on rapportait déjà la présence de 290 000 personnes déplacées internes (PDI). Une situation aggravée par le rapprochement des affrontements au sud en direction de Lubero-centre et les nombreuses exactions
- [Évaluation rapide des marchés de la ZS de Nyiragongo et alentours (17-19 mars 2025)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/evaluation-rapide-des-marches-de-la-zs-de-nyiragongo-et-alentours-17-19-mars-2025/): MESSAGES CLÉS • Les prix des produits de base ont augmenté depuis début février d'après les répondant.e.s du fait de la hausse du taux de change. D'importantes variations du taux de change ont été rapportées sur la période, limitant encore davantage le pouvoir d'achat des ménages. • L'accès à l'argent liquide s'est détérioré depuis
- [Évaluation rapide des marchés de la ZS de Rutshuru (11-13 mars 2025)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/evaluation-rapide-des-marches-de-la-zs-de-rutshuru-11-13-mars-2025/): MESSAGES CLÉS • La quasi-totalité des client.e.s et commerçant.e.s interrogé.e.s ont rapporté une hausse des prix des produits de base. Ces hausses s'expliquaient le plus souvent par des hausses du taux de change selon les répondants, ce dernier semblant avoir beaucoup varié sur la période. • La hausse des prix aurait fait baisser la fréquentation
- [Mouvements de population et besoins humanitaires au Nord et Sud-Kivu et au Tanganyika - Brief #3](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/mouvements-de-population-et-besoins-humanitaires-au-nord-et-sud-kivu-et-au-tanganyika-brief-3/): MESSAGES CLÉS • Selon l’évaluation de REACH réalisée dans le territoire de Kalémie, au Tanganyika, du 15 au 26 février 2025, des personnes déplacées internes (PDI) en provenance du Nord et du Sud-Kivu ont été signalées dans 57 % des localités évaluées. • L’évaluation de REACH menée du 27 au 04 mars 2025 dans le
- [Mouvements de population et besoins  humanitaires au Nord et au Sud-Kivu Brief #2](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/mouvement-de-population-et-besoins-humanitaires-au-nord-et-au-sud-kivu-brief-1/): MESSAGES CLÉS • Les évaluations de REACH montrent que l’accès aux soins médicaux de base figure parmi les besoins les plus urgents des personnes déplacées internes (PDI) au Nord et au Sud-Kivu, soulignant un accès insuffisant aux services de santé. • Dans 38 des 68 localités évaluées dans les territoires de Mwenga, Uvira et Fizi,
- [Mouvements de population et besoins  humanitaires au Nord et au Sud-Kivu Brief #1](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/bulletin-deplacements-de-population-et-besoins-humanitaires-au-nord-et-au-sud-kivu/): Selon les évaluations de REACH, les principales raisons des déplacements récents étaient la violence perpétrée par des groupes armés et l’anticipation de cette violence potentielle (déplacements préventifs). certains IC ont rapporté que les déplacements étaient dû à l’insécurité alimentaire dans les zones de départ. Dans le territoire de Masisi, les déplacements se sont concentrés dans
- [Plus que jamais : tenir les engagements  humanitaires dans l'Est de la RDC](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/plus-que-jamais-tenir-les-engagements-humanitaires-dans-lest-de-la-rdc/): MESSAGES CLÉS • L’intensification des conflits ces dernières semaines a entraîné des déplacements massifs de populations, qui étaient pour la plupart d’entre elles déjà déplacées. Les données manquent pour savoir précisément où et selon quelles modalités les acteurs humanitaires doivent intervenir pour répondre aux besoins les plus urgents des populations. • Alors que les besoins
- [Dynamiques de déplacements : Territoire de Kalemie, Tanganyika](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-territoire-de-kalemie-tanganyika/): En février 2025, les affrontements dans le nord et le sud de la province du Sud-Kivu ont entrainé d’importants déplacements dans les territoires d’Uvira et Fizi. Ces déplacements se sont étendus à la province voisine du Tanganyika et son chef lieu, Kalemie. Cette évaluation vise à analyser les dynamiques de déplacement et les principaux besoins
- [Carte des déplacements sur l’axe Kahungu-Nyabibwe (Territoires de Kalehe et Kabare, Sud-Kivu)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/carte-des-deplacements-sur-laxe-kahungu-nyabibwe-territoires-de-kalehe-et-kabare-sud-kivu/)
- [Dynamiques de déplacements :  Territoire de Masisi, Nord-Kivu](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-masisi-nord-kivu/): Depuis fin janvier, la quasi-totalité sites de déplacés autour de la Goma ont été démantelés et leurs occupants sont retournés vers leurs zones d’origine ou se sont déplacés dans la ville et ses environs. Cette évaluation vise à identifier les principales dynamiques de retours et les besoins des populations dans les zones de santé (ZS)
- [Dynamiques de déplacements : Territoires de Uvira et Fizi, Sud-Kivu](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-territoires-de-uvira-et-fizi-sud-kivu/): En février 2025, les affrontements se sont étendus aux abords de la ville de Bukavu, capitale provinciale du Sud-Kivu et au territoire d’Uvira dans un contexte déjà marqué par d’importants déplacements. Le territoire voisin de Fizi a également connu une intensification du conflit dans ses hauts plateaux, entrainant des mouvements de populations en direction du
- [Évaluation rapide des marchés dans la ville de Bukavu](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/evaluation-rapide-des-marches-dans-la-ville-de-bukavu/): Depuis le début de l'année, à l'Est de la République Démocratique du Congo (RDC), le Sud-Kivu a connu une détérioration sans précédent de sa situation sécuritaire déjà fragile1. Les prises successives de villes de Minova et Goma par un groupe armé ont été suivies par l'avancée de ce groupe dans la province du Sud-Kivu avec
- [Dynamiques de déplacements -  Nyantende, Ruzizi et Uvira (Sud-Kivu)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-nyantende-ruzizi-et-uvira-sud-kivu/): Depuis janvier 2025, la province du Sud-Kivu est affectée par l‘escalade de la violence entre groupes armés. Les combats se sont intensifiés depuis début février autour de la capitale de province, Bukavu, contraignant plus de 150 000 personnes à se déplacer vers les territoires de Kabare et Uvira. Uvira comptait déjà plus 25 000 personnes
- [Carted des abandon des sites de déplacés dans la zone de santé de Minova](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/83303/):  Suite aux affrontements dans la zone de santé de Minova en fin janvier et début février, de nombreux déplacements ont été signalés parmi les 178 000 déplacés internes (PDI)1 déjà présents dans cette zone de santé. En lien avec ces affrontements, le départ de l'ensemble ou d'une partie des personnes déplacées de plusieurs sites
- [Dynamiques de déplacements -  Nyiragongo et Rutshuru (Nord-Kivu)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-nyiragongo-et-rutshuru-nord-kivu/): Depuis fin janvier, la quasi-totalité sites de déplacés autour de la Goma ont été démantelés et leurs occupants sont retournés vers leurs zones d’origine ou se sont déplacés dans la ville et ses environs. L’arrivée de nouvelles personnes déplacées internes (PDI) a également été rapportée dans 19 localités du territoire de Rutshuru par des informateurs
- [Dynamiques de déplacements - Idjwi](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-idjwi/): En janvier 2025, des combats ont éclaté aux abords de la ville de Minova. Entre le 15 et le 24 janvier, l’île d’Idjwi avait déjà accueilli 24 656 nouveaux déplacés internes (PDI) en provenance de la zone de santé de Minova. Les affrontements se sont ensuite intensifiés vers Sake, Goma et d’autres localités le long
- [Dynamiques de déplacements - Kalehe](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-kalehe/): Fin janvier 2025, des combats ont eu lieu autour de la ville de Minova, où la présence de 178 000 déplacés a été rapportée, donnant lieu à des déplacements vers le reste du territoire de Kalehe. Au 27 janvier, environ 117 000 personnes ont été nouvellement arrivés dans la zone de santé de Kalehe. Les
- [Cartes des abandon du site de déplacés de Bulengo dans la zone de santé de Goma](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/cartes-des-abandon-du-site-de-deplaces-de-bulengo-dans-la-zone-de-sante-de-goma/): Suite aux affrontements dans la ville de Goma et sa périphérie entre le 23 et le 28 janvier 2025 (1) de nombreux déplacements ont été signalés parmi les 694 213 déplacés internes présents dans les zones de santé de Goma, Karisimbi et Nyiragongo (2). En lien avec ces affrontements, le départ de l'ensemble ou d'une
- [Dynamiques de déplacements - Kalehe et Kabare (Sud-Kivu)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-kalehe-et-kabare-sud-kivu/): Fin janvier 2025, des combats ont eu lieu autour de la ville de Minova, où la présence de 178 000 déplacés internes (PDI) a été rapportée, donnant lieu à des déplacements vers le reste du territoire de Kalehe, de Kabare et d’Idjwi. En janvier, plus de 109 182 ménages ont été nouvellement déplacés dans la
- [Evaluation rapide des marchés dans la ville de Goma et sa périphérie](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/evaluation-rapide-des-marches-dans-la-ville-de-goma-et-sa-peripherie/): La situation sécuritaire à Goma, à l'Est de la République Démocratique du Congo, a connu une brusque détérioration à la suite de l’offensive éclair d'un groupe armé sur la ville. Le 23 janvier 2025, à la suite de la prise de Sake, localité située à une vingtaine de kilomètres de Goma, de violents combats ont
- [Dynamiques de déplacements - Masisi](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-masisi-2/): Fin janvier 2025, des combats ont eu lieu autour des villes de Sake et de Goma, entrainant d’importants déplacements de population. Entre le 1er et le 23 janvier 2025, le nombre de déplacés ayant fui les zones de santé de Masisi et de Kirotshe était déjà estimé à 120 000 personnes. Cette évaluation vise à
- [Carte de dynamiques de déplacements - Masisi](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/carte-de-dynamiques-de-deplacements-masisi/): Ces résultats sont rapportés par 292 informateurs clés présents dans 258 localités enquêtées du 14 au 22 janvier suite à l'intensification des affrontement dans le territoire de Masisi.
- [Carte de mouvements des personnes déplacées internes - Territoire de Masisi](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/mouvements-des-personnes-deplacees-internes-territoire-de-masisi/): Ces informations ont été rapportées par 178 informateurs clés repartis dans 100 localités évaluées du 23 au 25 janvier 2025 suite à l'intensification des affrontements dans le territoire de Masisi. Les mouvements de déplacés internes les plus rapportés par les informateurs clés étaient par ordre croissant, Mwendabandu vers Bibwe puis Luhatsi et Ngundi vers Busumba
- [Carte de mouvements des personnes retournées - Territoire de Masisi](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/mouvements-des-personnes-retournees-territoire-de-masisi-23-et-25-janvier-2025/): Ces informations ont été rapportées par 178 informateurs clés repartis dans 100 localités évaluées du 23 au 25 janvier 2025 suite à l'intensification des affrontements dans le territoire de Masisi. Les mouvements de retournés les plus rapportés par les informateurs clés étaient Kibabi vers Bibwe et Moheto vers Bibwe.
- [Carte de mouvements des personnes déplacées internes - Territoire de Kalehe](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/mouvements-des-personnes-deplacees-internes-territoire-de-kalehe-23-et-25-janvier-2025/): Ces informations ont été rapportées par 107 informateurs clés répartis dans 65 localités évaluées du 23 au 25 janvier 2025 suite à l’intensification des affrontements dans le territoire de Masisi et Kalehe. Les mouvements de déplacés internes les plus rapportés par les informateurs clés convergeaient depuis les zones de santé de Kirotshe (Bweremana) et Minova (Kalungu) vers
- [Carte de mouvements des personnes retournées - Territoire de Kalehe](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/mouvements-des-personnes-retournees-territoire-de-kalehe-23-et-25-janvier-2025/): Ces informations ont été rapportées par 107 informateurs clés répartis dans 65 localités évaluées du 23 au 25 janvier 2025 suite à l’intensification des affrontements dans le territoire de Masisi et Kalehe. Les mouvements de retournés les plus rapportés par les informateurs clés convergeaient depuis les zones de santé de Goma (Mugunga) et Bunyakiri (Mugugu)
- [Dynamiques de déplacements - Territoire de Kalehe](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-territoire-de-kalehe-23-et-25-janvier-2025/): Le 20 janvier 2025, les combats autour de la ville de Minova, où la présence de 178 000 déplacés a été rapportée, se sont intensifiés, donnant lieu à des déplacements vers le reste du territoire de Kalehe. Dans le territoire voisin de Masisi, depuis le 1er janvier, le nombre de déplacés était déjà estimé à
- [Cartes des abandon de sites de déplacés - Zone de Santé de Nyiragongo, Nord-Kivu](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/abandon-de-sites-de-deplaces-au-31-janvier-2025-zone-de-sante-de-nyiragongo-nord-kivu/):  Suite aux affrontements dans la ville de Goma et sa périphérie entre le 23 et le 28 janvier 2025 (1) de nombreux déplacements ont été signalés parmi les 694 213 déplacés internes présents dans les zones de santé de Goma, Karisimbi et Nyiragongo (2). En lien avec ces affrontements, le départ de l'ensemble ou
- [Carte des abandons de sites de déplacés - Zones de sante Karisimbi et Nyiragongo](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/carte-des-abandons-de-sites-de-deplaces-zones-de-sante-karisimbi-et-nyiragongo/): Suite aux affrontements dans la ville de Goma et sa périphérie entre le 23 et le 28 janvier 2025 de nombreux déplacements ont été signalés parmi les 694,213 déplacés internes présents dans les zones de santé de Goma, Karisimbi et Nyiragongo. En lien avec ces affrontements, le départ de l'ensemble ou d'une partie des personnes
- [Dynamiques de déplacements - Masisi](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/post/dynamiques-de-deplacements-masisi/): Depuis le début du mois de janvier 2025 le territoire de Masisi est marqué par une intensification des affrontements. Ces affrontements ont entrainé le déplacement d’au moins 102 000 personnes. Faisant suite au besoin d’information des acteurs humanitaires, cette évaluation vise à identifier les principales dynamiques de déplacements et besoins des personnes déplacées. 7% des

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- [Country Representative for OPT, Based in Amman (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/country-representative-for-opt-based-in-amman-link-for-internal-applicants/): WHAT IS IMPACT INITIATIVES ? OUR AIM: IMPACT aims to shape practices and influence policies in humanitarian and development settings, in order to positively impact the lives of people and their communities. Created in 2010, IMPACT is a Geneva-based NGO and the largest independent data provider in contexts of crisis. We aim to support a
- [Senior Research Officer - MSNA - Global, Based in Amman (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-research-officer-msna-global-based-in-amman-link-for-external-applicants/): BACKGROUNG ON IMPACT & REACH REACH was born in 2010 as a joint initiative of two International NGOs (IMPACT Initiatives and ACTED) and the United Nations Operational Satellite Applications Programme (UNOSAT). REACH’s purpose is to promote and facilitate the development of information products that enhance the humanitarian community’s decision making and planning capacity for emergency,
- [Senior Research Officer - MSNA - Global, Based in Amman (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-research-officer-msna-global-based-in-amman-link-for-internal-applicants/): BACKGROUNG ON IMPACT & REACH REACH was born in 2010 as a joint initiative of two International NGOs (IMPACT Initiatives and ACTED) and the United Nations Operational Satellite Applications Programme (UNOSAT). REACH’s purpose is to promote and facilitate the development of information products that enhance the humanitarian community’s decision making and planning capacity for emergency,
- [Senior Research Officer - MSNA - Global, based in Dakar (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-research-officer-msna-global-based-in-dakar-link-for-external-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT & REACH REACH was born in 2010 as a joint initiative of two International NGOs (IMPACT Initiatives and ACTED) and the United Nations Operational Satellite Applications Programme (UNOSAT). REACH’s purpose is to promote and facilitate the development of information products that enhance the humanitarian community’s decision making and planning capacity for emergency,
- [Senior Research Officer - MSNA - Global, based in Dakar (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-research-officer-msna-global-based-in-dakar-link-for-internal-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT & REACH REACH was born in 2010 as a joint initiative of two International NGOs (IMPACT Initiatives and ACTED) and the United Nations Operational Satellite Applications Programme (UNOSAT). REACH’s purpose is to promote and facilitate the development of information products that enhance the humanitarian community’s decision making and planning capacity for emergency,
- [Senior Research Officer for Sudan, based in Nairobi (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-research-officer-for-sudan-based-in-nairobi-link-for-external-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT Created in 2010, IMPACT is a Geneva-based NGO and the largest independent data provider in contexts of crisis. IMPACT aims to support a range of stakeholders in making better, more informed decisions in humanitarian, stabilization, and development settings. Through our team of assessment, data, geospatial, and thematic specialists, IMPACT promotes the design
- [Senior Research Officer for Sudan, based in Nairobi (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-research-officer-for-sudan-based-in-nairobi-link-for-internal-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT Created in 2010, IMPACT is a Geneva-based NGO and the largest independent data provider in contexts of crisis. IMPACT aims to support a range of stakeholders in making better, more informed decisions in humanitarian, stabilization, and development settings. Through our team of assessment, data, geospatial, and thematic specialists, IMPACT promotes the design
- [Multi Country Representative for MENA, based in Amman (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/multi-country-representative-for-mena-based-in-amman-link-for-external-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives is a humanitarian NGO based in Geneva, Switzerland. The organization supports evidence-based decision-making for humanitarian and development programming through data collection, analysis, and dissemination. IMPACT is the implementing partner of REACH, a multi-agency initiative created in 2010 that supports humanitarian actors to improve planning and decision-making through in-depth, reliable
- [Multi Country Representative for MENA, based in Amman (Link For Internal Applicants only)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/multi-country-representative-for-mena-based-in-amman-link-for-internal-applicants-only/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives is a humanitarian NGO based in Geneva, Switzerland. The organization supports evidence-based decision-making for humanitarian and development programming through data collection, analysis, and dissemination. IMPACT is the implementing partner of REACH, a multi-agency initiative created in 2010 that supports humanitarian actors to improve planning and decision-making through in-depth, reliable
- [Recruitment for Multiple (Senior) Analyst Positions Across Multiple Regions & Countries: Acute Needs Analysis (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/recruitment-for-multiple-senior-analyst-positions-across-multiple-regions-countries-acute-humanitarian-needs/): Veuillez trouver la version française ci-dessous PLEASE NOTE: This is a global call for applications to fill multiple Analyst and Senior Analyst vacancies hosted across various IMPACT country offices in Latin America & the Caribbean (LAC), Middle East & North Africa (MENA), and Sub-Saharan Africa. Candidates should indicate their preferred analysis context (see table below)
- [Recruitment for Multiple (Senior) Analyst Positions Across Multiple Regions & Countries: Acute Needs Analysis (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/recruitment-for-multiple-senior-analyst-positions-across-multiple-regions-countries-acute-needs-analysis-link-for-external-applicants/): Veuillez trouver la version française ci-dessous PLEASE NOTE: This is a global call for applications to fill multiple Analyst and Senior Analyst vacancies hosted across various IMPACT country offices in Latin America & the Caribbean (LAC), Middle East & North Africa (MENA), and Sub-Saharan Africa. Candidates should indicate their preferred analysis context (see table below)
- [Senior Research Manager for South Sudan, Based in Juba (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-research-manager-for-south-sudan-based-in-juba-link-for-external-applicants/): WHAT IS IMPACT INITIATIVES ? OUR AIM: IMPACT aims to shape practices and influence policies in humanitarian and development settings, in order to positively impact the lives of people and their communities. Created in 2010, IMPACT is a Geneva-based NGO and the largest independent data provider in contexts of crisis. We aim to support a
- [Senior Research Manager for South Sudan, based in Juba (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-research-manager-for-south-sudan-based-in-juba-link-for-internal-applicants/): WHAT IS IMPACT INITIATIVES ? OUR AIM: IMPACT aims to shape practices and influence policies in humanitarian and development settings, in order to positively impact the lives of people and their communities. Created in 2010, IMPACT is a Geneva-based NGO and the largest independent data provider in contexts of crisis. We aim to support a
- [Chargé.e d'évaluation Senior pour le Tchad, basé.e à N'Djamena (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/charge-e-devaluation-senior-pour-le-tchad-base-e-a-ndjamena-link-for-external-applicants/): IMPACT ET REACH REACH est né en 2010 en tant qu'initiative conjointe de deux ONG internationales (IMPACT Initiatives et ACTED) et du Programme des Nations Unies pour les applications opérationnelles par satellite (UNOSAT). L'objectif de REACH est de promouvoir et de faciliter le développement de produits d'information qui améliorent la capacité de prise de décision
- [Chargé.e d'évaluation Senior pour le Tchad, basé.e à N'Djamena (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/charge-e-devaluation-senior-pour-le-tchad-base-e-a-ndjamena-link-for-internal-applicants/): IMPACT ET REACH REACH est né en 2010 en tant qu'initiative conjointe de deux ONG internationales (IMPACT Initiatives et ACTED) et du Programme des Nations Unies pour les applications opérationnelles par satellite (UNOSAT). L'objectif de REACH est de promouvoir et de faciliter le développement de produits d'information qui améliorent la capacité de prise de décision
- [Senior Analyst - Analysis Unit for HQ, based in Geneva (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/88575/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT AND REACH Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Geneva, IMPACT Initiatives is a leading applied research organization and the largest independent provider of data in crisis-affected contexts. Through our initiatives—REACH, AGORA, and PANDA—we enable humanitarian and other aid actors to make better, evidence-based decisions by delivering timely, relevant, and methodologically rigorous data
- [Senior Analyst - Analysis Unit for HQ, based in Geneva (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-analyst-analysis-unit-for-hq-based-in-geneva-link-for-internal-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT AND REACH Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Geneva, IMPACT Initiatives is a leading applied research organization and the largest independent provider of data in crisis-affected contexts. Through our initiatives—REACH, AGORA, and PANDA—we enable humanitarian and other aid actors to make better, evidence-based decisions by delivering timely, relevant, and methodologically rigorous data
- [Research Manager - Humanitarian Needs Monitoring Unit for Ukraine, based in Kyiv (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/research-manager-humanitarian-needs-monitoring-unit-for-ukraine-based-in-kyiv-link-for-external-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT AND REACH REACH was born in 2010 as a joint initiative of two International NGOs (IMPACT Initiatives and ACTED) and the United Nations Operational Satellite Applications Programme (UNOSAT). REACH’s purpose is to promote and facilitate the development of information products that enhance the humanitarian community’s decision making and planning capacity for emergency,
- [Research Manager - Humanitarian Needs Monitoring Unit for Ukraine, based in Kyiv (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/research-manager-humanitarian-needs-monitoring-unit-for-ukraine-based-in-kyiv-link-for-internal-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT AND REACH REACH was born in 2010 as a joint initiative of two International NGOs (IMPACT Initiatives and ACTED) and the United Nations Operational Satellite Applications Programme (UNOSAT). REACH’s purpose is to promote and facilitate the development of information products that enhance the humanitarian community’s decision making and planning capacity for emergency,
- [Senior Operations Manager For Sudan, Roving (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-operations-manager-for-sudan-roving-link-for-external-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT Created in 2010, IMPACT is a Geneva-based NGO and the largest independent data provider in contexts of crisis. IMPACT aims to support a range of stakeholders in making better, more informed decisions in humanitarian, stabilization, and development settings. Through our team of assessment, data, geospatial, and thematic specialists, IMPACT promotes the design
- [Senior Operations Manager for Sudan, Roving (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-operations-manager-for-sudan-roving-link-for-internal-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT Created in 2010, IMPACT is a Geneva-based NGO and the largest independent data provider in contexts of crisis. IMPACT aims to support a range of stakeholders in making better, more informed decisions in humanitarian, stabilization, and development settings. Through our team of assessment, data, geospatial, and thematic specialists, IMPACT promotes the design
- [Senior Research Officer for Mozambique, Based in Pemba (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-research-officer-for-mozambique-based-in-pemba-link-for-external-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT AND REACH IMPACT Initiatives is a humanitarian NGO, based in Geneva, Switzerland. The organisation manages several initiatives, including the REACH Initiative. The IMPACT team comprises specialists in data collection, management and analysis, GIS and remote sensing. IMPACT was launched at the initiative of ACTED, an international NGO with headquarters based in Paris
- [Senior Research Officer for Mozambique, Based in Pemba (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-research-officer-for-mozambique-based-in-pemba-link-for-internal-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT AND REACH IMPACT Initiatives is a humanitarian NGO, based in Geneva, Switzerland. The organisation manages several initiatives, including the REACH Initiative. The IMPACT team comprises specialists in data collection, management and analysis, GIS and remote sensing. IMPACT was launched at the initiative of ACTED, an international NGO with headquarters based in Paris
- [Chargé.e de Recherche pour le Mali, Basé.e à Bamako (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/research-officer-for-mali-based-in-bamako-link-for-internal-applicants/): IMPACT ET REACH REACH est né en 2010 en tant qu'initiative conjointe de deux ONG internationales (IMPACT Initiatives et ACTED) et du Programme des Nations Unies pour les applications opérationnelles par satellite (UNOSAT). L'objectif de REACH est de promouvoir et de faciliter le développement de produits d'information qui améliorent la capacité de prise de décision
- [Chargé.e de Recherche pour le Mali, basé.e à Bamako (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/research-officer-for-mali-based-in-bamako-link-for-external-applicants/): IMPACT ET REACH REACH est né en 2010 en tant qu'initiative conjointe de deux ONG internationales (IMPACT Initiatives et ACTED) et du Programme des Nations Unies pour les applications opérationnelles par satellite (UNOSAT). L'objectif de REACH est de promouvoir et de faciliter le développement de produits d'information qui améliorent la capacité de prise de décision
- [Responsable de Recherche - Unité Intersectorielle pour la RDC, basé.e à Goma (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/responsable-de-recherche-unite-intersectorielle-pour-la-rdc-base-e-a-goma-link-for-external-applicants/): IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives, REACH, AGORA et PANDA. L'équipe d'IMPACT est composée de spécialistes de la collecte, de la gestion et de l'analyse des données et des SIG. IMPACT est une organisation sœur d'ACTED, une ONG internationale dont le siège est basé
- [Responsable de Recherche - Unité Intersectorielle pour la RDC, basé.e à Goma (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/88396/): IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives, REACH, AGORA et PANDA. L'équipe d'IMPACT est composée de spécialistes de la collecte, de la gestion et de l'analyse des données et des SIG. IMPACT est une organisation sœur d'ACTED, une ONG internationale dont le siège est basé
- [Responsable d'Appui aux Projets et Partenariats pour la République Démocratique du Congo, Basé.e à Kinshasa (link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/responsable-dappui-aux-projets-et-partenariats-pour-la-republique-democratique-du-congo-base-e-a-kinshasa-link-for-external-applicants/): IMPACT ET SES INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives, REACH, AGORA et PANDA. L'équipe d'IMPACT est composée de spécialistes de la collecte, de la gestion et de l'analyse des données et des SIG. IMPACT est une organisation sœur d’Acted, une ONG internationale dont le siège
- [Responsable d'Appui aux Projets et Partenariats pour la République Démocratique du Congo, Basé.e à Kinshasa (link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/responsable-dappui-aux-projets-et-partenariats-pour-la-republique-democratique-du-congo-base-e-a-kinshasa-link-for-internal-applicants/): IMPACT ET SES INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives, REACH, AGORA et PANDA. L'équipe d'IMPACT est composée de spécialistes de la collecte, de la gestion et de l'analyse des données et des SIG. IMPACT est une organisation sœur d’Acted, une ONG internationale dont le siège
- [Senior Data Officer for Yemen, based in Amman (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-data-officer-for-yemen-based-in-amman-link-for-external-applicants/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT AND REACH IMPACT Initiatives is a humanitarian NGO, based in Geneva, Switzerland. The organisation manages several initiatives, including the REACH Initiative. The IMPACT team comprises specialists in data collection, management and analysis and GIS. IMPACT was launched at the initiative of ACTED, an international NGO whose headquarter is based in Paris and
- [Senior Data Officer for Yemen, based in Amman (Link For Internal Applicants Only)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/senior-data-officer-for-yemen-based-in-amman-link-for-internal-applicants-only/): BACKGROUND ON IMPACT AND REACH IMPACT Initiatives is a humanitarian NGO, based in Geneva, Switzerland. The organisation manages several initiatives, including the REACH Initiative. The IMPACT team comprises specialists in data collection, management and analysis and GIS. IMPACT was launched at the initiative of ACTED, an international NGO whose headquarter is based in Paris and
- [Représentant.e Pays pour la République Démocratique de Congo, basé.e à Goma (Link for Internal Applicants Only)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/representant-e-pays-pour-la-republique-democratique-de-congo-base-e-a-goma-link-for-internal-applicants-only/): IMPACT ET SES INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives : REACH, AGORA et PANDA. L'équipe d'IMPACT est composée de spécialistes de la collecte, de la gestion et de l'analyse des données et des SIG. IMPACT a été lancé à l'initiative d'ACTED, une ONG internationale dont le
- [Représentant.e Pays pour la République Démocratique de Congo, basé.e à Goma (Link for External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/representant-e-pays-pour-la-republique-democratique-de-congo-base-e-a-goma-link-for-external-applicants/): IMPACT ET SES INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives : REACH, AGORA et PANDA. L'équipe d'IMPACT est composée de spécialistes de la collecte, de la gestion et de l'analyse des données et des SIG. IMPACT a été lancé à l'initiative d'ACTED, une ONG internationale dont le
- [Responsable de Recherche pour la République Centrafricaine, basé.e à Bangui (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/responsable-de-recherche-pour-la-republique-centrafricaine-base-e-a-bangui-link-for-external-applicants/): IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse, fondée en 2010. Elle se distingue comme le plus grand fournisseur indépendant de données dans les contextes de crise. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives, dont REACH, PANDA et AGORA, et est composée de spécialistes en collecte, gestion et analyse de données et SIG.
- [Responsable de Recherche pour la République Centrafricaine, basé.e à Bangui (Link For Internal Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/responsable-de-recherche-pour-la-republique-centrafricaine-base-e-a-bangui-link-for-internal-applicants/): IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse, fondée en 2010. Elle se distingue comme le plus grand fournisseur indépendant de données dans les contextes de crise. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives, dont REACH, PANDA et AGORA, et est composée de spécialistes en collecte, gestion et analyse de données et SIG.
- [Chargé.e d’évaluation - Unité rédévabilité et résilience pour la République Démocratique du Congo, basé.e à Kinshasa ou Goma (Link For Internal Applicants Only)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/charge-e-devaluation-unite-redevabilite-et-resilience-pour-la-republique-democratique-du-congo-base-e-a-kinshasa-ou-goma-link-for-internal-applicants-only/): IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives, REACH, AGORA et PANDA. L'équipe d'IMPACT est composée de spécialistes de la collecte, de la gestion et de l'analyse des données et des SIG. IMPACT est une organisation sœur d’Acted, une ONG internationale dont le siège est basé
- [Analyste Senior - Cash et ANA pour la République Démocratique du Congo, basé.e à Kinshasa (Link For Internal Applicants Only)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/analyste-senior-cash-et-ana-pour-la-republique-democratique-du-congo-base-e-a-kinshasa-link-for-internal-applicants-only/): IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives, REACH, AGORA et PANDA. L'équipe d'IMPACT est composée de spécialistes de la collecte, de la gestion et de l'analyse des données et des SIG. IMPACT est une organisation sœur d'ACTED, une ONG internationale dont le siège est basé
- [Analyste Senior - Cash et ANA pour la République Démocratique du Congo, basé.e à Kinshasa (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/analyste-senior-cash-et-ana-pour-la-republique-democratique-du-congo-base-e-a-kinshasa-link-for-external-applicants/): IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives, REACH, AGORA et PANDA. L'équipe d'IMPACT est composée de spécialistes de la collecte, de la gestion et de l'analyse des données et des SIG. IMPACT est une organisation sœur d'ACTED, une ONG internationale dont le siège est basé
- [Chargé.e d’évaluation - Unité rédévabilité et résilience pour la République Démocratique du Congo, basé.e à Kinshasa ou Goma (Link For External Applicants)](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/vacancies/charge-e-devaluation-unite-redevabilite-et-resilience-pour-la-republique-democratique-du-congo-base-e-a-kinshasa-ou-goma-link-for-external-applicants/): IMPACT INITIATIVES IMPACT Initiatives est une ONG humanitaire basée à Genève, en Suisse. L'organisation gère plusieurs initiatives, REACH, AGORA et PANDA. L'équipe d'IMPACT est composée de spécialistes de la collecte, de la gestion et de l'analyse des données et des SIG. IMPACT est une organisation sœur d’Acted, une ONG internationale dont le siège est basé

## Voices

- [Abdullah, REACH Assessment Network Coordinators’ Team Leader in Turkey](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/voices-from-the-team/abdullah-reach-assessment-network-coordinators-team-leader-in-turkey/): At REACH, I learned what humanitarian work is and how to be a humanitarian worker
- [Hazim, REACH Project Coordinator in Jordan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/voices-from-the-team/hazim-reach-project-coordinator-in-jordan/): It is exciting and fulfilling to see how REACH research translates into better humanitarian and development action in the country
- [Marie, REACH Assessment Officer in CAR](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/voices-from-the-team/marie-reach-assessment-officer-in-car/): Perhaps the most rewarding part about working with REACH is knowing that the information collected has a real and immediate impact
- [Sven, REACH GIS Officer in Niger](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/voices-from-the-team/sven-reach-gis-officer-in-niger/): This is an exciting and dynamic job where you never get bored. Such a role presents many challenges and requires significant openness and selflessness to practice it; but in the end, you don't forget that behind the GPS points and beautiful maps, there are human beings.
- [Tom, REACH GIS Officer in Iraq](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/work-with-us/voices-from-the-team/tom-reach-gis-officer-in-iraq/): In coming to the mission I wanted to apply the skills I had learnt in geographic information to something worthwhile and satisfying, not another desk job in another office

## In the news

- [Urgent help needed for stranded South Sudanese returnees](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/urgent-help-needed-for-stranded-south-sudanese-returnees/): REACH's Emergency Situation Overview in South Sudan was cited in The New Humanitarian article on Urgent help needed for stranded South Sudanese returnees. An estimated 20% to 30% of those reaching Renk’s border crossing point have protection needs. Meanwhile, the flow of returnees, alongside the disruption to supply chains in Sudan that local merchants depend
- [Mapping the damage from the Nova Kakhovka dam collapse](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/mapping-the-damage-from-the-nova-kakhovka-dam-collapse/): REACH's Novokakhovka emergency dam breach brief, was cited a REUTERS article"Mapping the damage from the Nova Kakhovka dam collapse" 8 June, 2023
- [Ukrainians endure grim winter as Russia destroys infrastructure – in maps](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/ukrainians-endure-grim-winter-as-russia-destroys-infrastructure-in-maps/): REACH's Cold Spot Risk Assessment data and analysis was cited in The Guardian article on winter in Ukraine. Areas in Dnipro, Donetsk and Kharkiv are particularly vulnerable, according to research from Reach, an initiative from Impact that provides humanitarian data and analysis. Some areas are housing tens of thousands of displaced people through the winter, at
- [In Afghanistan, coal mining relies on the labor of children](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/in-afghanistan-coal-mining-relies-on-the-labor-of-children/): REACH's whole of Afghanistan 2022 presentation was cited in an NPR article on child labour in Afghanistan. While it's unclear how many children currently work in Afghanistan's mining industry, what is known is that child labor overall has grown significantly in the last year. A survey of more than 10,000 households by a coalition of aid organizations
- [Ukraine war’s environmental toll to take years to clean up.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/ukraine-wars-environmental-toll-to-take-years-to-clean-up/): Environmental damage from the 8-month-old war with Russia is mounting in more of the country, with experts warning of long-term consequences. Moscow’s attacks on fuel depots have released toxins into the air and groundwater, threatening biodiversity, climate stability and the health of the population.
- [Unfreeze Afghan assets or more hungry children may die.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/unfreeze-afghan-assets-or-more-hungry-children-may-die/): With international monitoring and more trust in Afghanistan’s central bank, there is a path forward.
- [Water Problems in Syria Give Rise to Deadly Cholera Outbreak.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/water-problems-in-syria-give-rise-to-deadly-cholera-outbreak/): The highly contagious disease has spread quickly in the country’s north, where millions of people displaced by a decade-long war are living, and many rely on untreated water from rivers containing raw sewage.
- [En Libye, l’impasse politique provoque la colère sociale.](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/en-libye-limpasse-politique-provoque-la-colere-sociale/): A year and a half after the ceasefire, the country is blocked, again divided between Marshal Haftar's camp in the east and the UN-recognized government in the west. Political instability is compounded by an alarming social crisis.
- [Analysis What will happen to the war in Ukraine in the winter?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/analysis-what-will-happen-to-the-war-in-ukraine-in-the-winter/): According to the European Commission, about 17.7 million Ukrainians will need humanitarian aid by the end of the year.
- [Who's who in northern Syria?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/whos-who-in-northern-syria/): In a new escalation in Syria's civil war, military operations were launched in northern Syria near the border. Here's what you need to know about the many actors in the region.
- [The last rebel stronghold: Syrians at the border wait war's bitter end](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/the-last-rebel-stronghold/): Fires have laid waste to entire fields before the harvest season, destroying essentials crops such as wheat and barley. Agriculture is being destroyed across Syria, some of the heaviest losses in the regions around southern Idlib, Aleppo and al-Hasaka in the northeast.
- [UN says over 50 healthcare sites hit in four-month Syria offensive](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/un-says-over-50-healthcare-sites-hit-in-four-month-syria-offensive/): The UN says a total of 51 medical facilities - such as hospitals, ambulance points and clinics - have been damaged as a result of attacks since the offensive began. Those who fled north leave behind dozens of ghost towns in their wake, according to a report published in May by REACH, an organisation that analyses humanitarian data.
- [Au PK5, le poumon de la Centrafrique recommence à respirer](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/au-pk5-le-poumon-de-la-centrafrique-recommence-a-respirer/): Un sentiment d’exclusion basé sur des faits réels. Le groupe de recherche Impact-Initiatives, basé à Genève, a publié en mai 2019 un rapport très détaillé qui pointe les lacunes dans les services publics au sein du 3e arrondissement.
- [Should humanitarians support returns in a country still reeling from war?](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/should-humanitarians-support-returns-in-a-country-still-reeling-from-war/): According to recent data from REACH, a humanitarian research initiative, more than half of people recorded as coming back from Sudan through Renk in Upper Nile went to live in the U.N. protected site in Malakal.
- [9 ways to create a more evidence-based humanitarian response](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/9-ways-to-create-a-more-evidence-based-humanitarian-response/): In South Sudan aid groups have started pushing for a more evidence-based response. Here’s what IOM, REACH, and other experts say are the ingredients for successful collection and use of data in humanitarian settings.
- [Humanitarian organizations push evidence-based response in South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/humanitarian-organizations-push-evidence-based-response-in-south-sudan/): Having operated in the country since 2012, REACH collects multisector data focused on populations’ needs and movement dynamics, among other factors. In 2016, as a response to the deteriorating situation in South Sudan, it launched its “Area of Knowledge” initiative, with the goal of providing regular information from hard-to-reach areas.
- [Ebola spread, CAR attack, and the children of the Islamic State: The Weekly Cheat Sheet](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/ebola-spread-car-attack-and-the-children-of-the-islamic-state-the-weekly-cheat-sheet/): An assessment by the humanitarian research group REACH in the partly rebel-held provinces anticipates that figure will swell to 450,000 by the end of the month, with “long-term consequences for the region”.
- [As Turkey and Russia pull the strings in Syria's Idlib, civilians pay the price](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/as-turkey-and-russia-pull-the-strings-in-syrias-idlib-civilians-pay-the-price/): A recent survey by REACH, a UN-backed initiative for humanitarian reporting, cites local estimates that the southern part of the opposition-controlled enclave may hold as many as 620,000 inhabitants, 140,000 of whom are displaced from elsewhere.
- [Somalis 'unwilling' to leave Dadaab camp](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/somalis-unwilling-to-leave-dadaab-camp/): Views of Somalis currently living in the camps were gauged in a survey newly released by the Norwegian Refugee Council, along with a UN-related organisation known as REACH.
- [UK keeps limits on cash aid in Syria over counter-terror fears](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/uk-keeps-limits-on-cash-aid-in-syria-over-counter-terror-fears/): About 120,000 people are displaced and living in the largest camps across northeastern Syria, which is controlled by US-backed Kurdish forces, according to an estimate from humanitarian data initiative REACH.
- [As crops burn in Syria conflict zone, hunger warnings for civilians](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/as-crops-burn-in-syria-conflict-zone-hunger-warnings-for-civilians/): “With the harvest season approaching, this will have a huge impact on this year’s crop yield in northwest Syria,” said Nanki Chawla, Syria country coordinator for REACH.
- [Le Donbass, terrain miné](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/le-dobass-terrain-mine/): REACH's work in Ukraine featured in a map by Le Monde
- [Libya's liquidity crisis poses risk for migrants and refugees](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/libyas-liquidity-crisis-poses-risk-for-migrants-and-refugees/): While the liquidity crisis in Libya has affected the entire population, the researchers found that the situation has affected migrants and refugees more so than natives.
- [‘Basics’ won’t do: A response to Marc DuBois’ ‘new humanitarian basics’](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/basics-wont-do-a-response-to-marc-dubois-new-humanitarian-basics/): As REACH reported, IDPs in north-eastern Nigeria were critical of their high dependency on humanitarian aid
- [See the ingenious toys made by refugee children](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/see-the-ingenious-toys-made-by-refugee-children/): REACH's Gap Analysis factsheet for Bidi Bidi settlement featured in the See the ingenious toys made by refugee children piece by National Geographic These kids would have been the first generation to grow up in an independent South Sudan, if war hadn’t so quickly dispelled them. Today, more than 1 million children have fled the
- [Libyassa siirtolaiset viettävät jopa kuukausia varastoissa epäinhimillisissä oloissa – Rajavalvonta on siirtänyt ongelman mereltä maalle](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/libyassa-siirtolaiset-viettavat-jopa-kuukausia-varastoissa-epainhimillisissa-oloissa-rajavalvonta-on-siirtanyt-ongelman-merelta-maalle/): Siirtolaisten tilanne Libyassa ei ole kuitenkaan vuodessa helpottunut, kertoo siirtolaisuustutkija Diana Ihring humanitaarista tietoa tuottavasta tutkimusjärjestöstä REACH:stä.
- [No plan for Mosul - chaos and neglect slow Iraqi city's recovery](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/no-plan-for-mosul-chaos-and-neglect-slow-iraqi-citys-recovery/): Nearly 2 million Iraqis are still displaced by the fight against IS, according to a survey by REACH, a non-governmental organisation.
- [REACH voices concern over Libya's Derna returnees](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/reach-voices-concern-over-libyas-derna-returnees/): REACH said in a report that there are restrictions on freedom of movement in Derna, saying that most of the displaced people had used their own resources to find adequate places to stay in.
- [ Special Report – Destination Europe: Desperation](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/836/): A recent report by the research initiative REACH found that, since the beginning of 2017, there has been a diversification of the routes that people take to arrive in Libya.
- [Launching phase 2 of the Migration Emergency Response Fund](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/launching-phase-2-of-the-migration-emergency-response-fund/): The work of REACH highlighted in a blog post of the START Network. More context analysis and informed decision making With the MERF covering some difficult contexts, such as Algeria and Libya, I’m excited that we’re focusing a lot more on analysis and learning during this new round of the MERF. Funding of £275,000 has
- [Syrien nach dem Krieg: Der Wiederaufbau – eine Jahrhundertaufgabe](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/syrien-nach-dem-krieg-der-wiederaufbau-eine-jahrhundertaufgabe/): Während das Zentrum der syrischen Hauptstadt kaum in Mitleidenschaft gezogen wurde zeigen sich schwere Zerstörungen in den Vororten, die von Rebellen gehalten wurden.
- [Living memory of famine in South Sudan: using local knowledge to inform famine early warning](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/living-memory-of-famine-in-south-sudan-using-local-knowledge-to-inform-famine-early-warning/): Humanitarian access remains severely constrained in many of the most at-risk areas of South Sudan. Given this difficult operating environment, and with an eye on the 2018 lean season – the period of the year when hunger is typically most severe – REACH sought to contribute to a better understanding of famine risk in South Sudan.
- [Mapping the rapid-onset emergency in Cox’s Bazar](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/mapping-the-rapid-onset-emergency-in-coxs-bazar/): The military’s response rapidly escalated into a crackdown. By the end of October, over 700,000 Rohingya had fled Rakhine. REACH arrived in Cox’s Bazar in September, less than a month after the escalation of the crisis.
- [Turkey, Assad offensives bring new displacement crisis in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/turkey-assad-offensives-bring-new-displacement-crisis-in-syria/): “IDPs are being displaced into already over-stretched camps, informal settlements, and host communities,” Nanki Chawla, Syria assessment manager at the UN-backed research initiative REACH, told IRIN.
- [Pressure builds in ‘powderkeg’ Kabul as refugees return home](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/pressure-builds-in-powderkeg-kabul-as-refugees-return-home/): REACH’s Kabul Informal Settlement Profiling in Pressure builds in ‘powderkeg’ Kabul as refugees return home in The Guardian Unlike the optimistic vigour of Shukour and his neighbours, the inhabitants of the Charahi Qambar camp in western Kabul appear despondent. Nicknamed Helmandi due to the origin of a majority of its inhabitants, Charahi Qambar is one of about 60 recognised informal
- [Ghouta residents at breaking point: REACH](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/ghouta-residents-at-breaking-point-reach/): A new report released Friday details the “critical” humanitarian risks facing those in Eastern Ghouta, as civilians say they are at breaking point after the latest wave of fierce airstrikes and shelling.
- [Bombs continue to pound eastern Ghouta as UN pleads for ceasefir](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/bombs-continue-to-pound-eastern-ghouta-as-un-pleads-for-ceasefir/): More than 335 have been killed in Syrian rebel enclave, with 13 civilians dying in latest strikes
- [Syria war: Families struggle to survive in Eastern Ghouta, under siege](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/eastern-ghouta-situation-overview-syria-war-families-struggle-to-survive-in-eastern-ghouta-under-siege/): But last year, the government closed many tunnels and limited trade. From September until the end of November, no commercial vehicles were permitted to enter the Eastern Ghouta at all, according to the Reach Initiative, which is in touch with people on the ground to gather humanitarian information.
- [Understanding Eastern Ghouta in Syria](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/understanding-eastern-ghouta-in-syria/): REACH's Eastern Ghouta Situation Overview, Rural Damascus, Syria - January 2018 in Understanding Eastern Ghouta in Syria in IRIN News Recent World Food Programme reporting indicates that prices in the enclave have grown by 140 percent since the Wafideen closure and are now six times higher than the national average. According to REACH, a bag of flat bread, which is a
- [Trapped in eastern Ghouta: How both sides are preventing civilians escaping the horror in Syria siege ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/trapped-in-eastern-ghouta-how-both-sides-are-preventing-civilians-escaping-the-horror-in-syria-siege/): What does emerge is that the armed opposition groups in Eastern Ghouta as well as the government have been stopping people leaving. This is confirmed by a UN-backed report called REACH.
- [How to declare a famine: A primer from South Sudan](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/how-to-declare-a-famine-a-primer-from-south-sudan/): Understanding the complexities of food security analysis in South Sudan, where more than seven million people are at risk of starvation.
- [La Ghouta orientale, un jardin d’éden devenu cauchemar d’un peuple](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/la-ghouta-orientale-un-jardin-deden-devenu-cauchemar-dun-peuple/): La Ghouta orientale, un jardin d’éden devenu cauchemar d’un peuple
- [Что беспокоит Донбасс: озвучены данные инициативы REACH](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/что-беспокоит-донбасс-озвучены-данны/): REACH's work in Ukrine in Что беспокоит Донбасс: озвучены данные инициативы REACH in Donbass UA 17 March 2018
- [Politiche Ue portato 'aumento rotte trafficanti Libia'](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/politiche-ue-portato-aumento-rotte-trafficanti-libia/): REACH’s Mixed migration routes and dynamics in Libya Report in Politiche Ue portato ‘aumentorottetrafficanti Libia’ in Ansa Med 23 May 2018
- [Libia: l’impatto delle politiche europee del 2017 sui flussi migratori](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/libia-limpatto-delle-politiche-europee-del-2017-sui-flussi-migratori/): Le politiche migratorie attuate dall’Unione Europea in Libia dall’inizio del 2017 hanno prodotto un aumento nel numero delle reti di trafficanti in Libia e nel Mediterraneo.
- [EU policies 'led to increase in Libya trafficking routes'](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/eu-policies-led-to-increase-in-libya-trafficking-routes/): Migration policies implemented by the EU in Libya since the beginning of 2017 have led to an increase in trafficking routes to the country and inside of it, a new UNHCR-funded study by the REACH initiative has found.
- [Rohingya Refugee Emergency at a Glance](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/rohingya-refugee-emergency-at-a-glance/): 75% of the Rohingya refugees who fled during the latest crisis arrived in September 2017. Although the rate of arrival has significantly decreased, the steady inflow has created the world’s most densely populated refugee settlement.
- [Eastern Ghouta Syria: The neighbourhoods below the bombs](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/eastern-ghouta-syria-the-neighbourhoods-below-the-bombs/): Syria's capital, Damascus, is on the verge of falling after a six-week-long government offensive that has reportedly killed more than 1,700 civilians.
- [A lost generation: No education, no dreams for Rohingya refugee children](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/a-lost-generation-no-education-no-dreams-for-rohingya-refugee-children/): Aid groups have set up makeshift “learning centres” in Bangladeshi camps, but Rohingya parents say proper schools are needed
- [Race Against the Rain](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/839/): It's a race against time. There is no workable evacuation plan. If the refugees can't move to safer ground, aid groups say, thousands may die from floods, landslides and disease.
- [Deterrents turned detention – The impact of EU migration measures on migrants in Libya](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/deterrents-turned-detention-the-impact-of-eu-migration-measures-on-migrants-in-libya/): In a recent study conducted by REACH in Libya, we found a nuanced picture of the impact of EU migration measures on the migration routes and trends.
- [Idlib, last resort for more than one million displaced Syrians ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/idlib-last-resort-for-more-than-one-million-displaced-syrians/): Scattered across the strategically crucial northwestern province of Idlib, around 1.4 million displaced civilians are currently hunkered down in anticipation of a massive pro-government assault that is widely expected to begin in the coming weeks.
- [Constraints and Complexities of Information and Analysis in Humanitarian Emergencies Evidence from South Sudan ](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/821/): In many cases, information from the REACH project is the best information there is on the conditions of populations on the move, but this is qualitative information that is difficult to turn into numeric estimates.
- [Syrie: les enjeux d’une bataille décisive autour de l’enclave d’Idlib](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/syrie-les-enjeux-dune-bataille-decisive-autour-de-lenclave-didlib/): Depuis le début de la guerre, Idlib fait office de réservoir du régime pour drainer des populations irréconciliables et hostiles.
- [La violence à la maison pousse les enfants à émigrer](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/la-violence-a-la-maison-pousse-les-enfants-a-emigrer/): Près de 34 000 mineurs non accompagnés sont arrivés, l’an dernier, en Europe. Originaires du Proche-Orient et d’Afrique, ils sont prêts à tout pour quitter leur pays.
- [Une étude bouleverse les idées reçues sur les mineurs africains qui migrent en Europe](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/une-etude-bouleverse-les-idees-recues-sur-les-mineurs-africains-qui-migrent-en-europe/): Selon le réseau Reach, la majorité des jeunes migrants ont pris leur décision seuls, pour fuir des violences et avec l’objectif initial de rejoindre un pays voisin.
- [Hardening European policies keep refugee children apart from their families](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/hardening-european-policies-keep-refugee-children-apart-from-their-families/): “We found that people's awareness of policies affecting migration – such as who is eligible for family reunification – was relatively high, but that their understanding of how these policies worked in practice was much lower.”
- [Syria conflict: Life under siege in rebel-held Aleppo](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/what-we-do/in-the-news/another-mention-on-the-bbc/): Aleppo was once a place of culture and commerce, with a jewel of an old city that was on Unesco's list of world heritage sites.

## Crisis Thread

- [Democratic Republic of Congo Emergency Thread](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/democratic-republic-of-congo-emergency-thread/): L’est de la RDC est le théâtre d’une des crises de déplacement les plus importantes au monde. Le conflit entre le gouvernement congolais et le groupe armé M23, qui s’est intensifié depuis janvier 2025, dans le Nord et le Sud-Kivu, est venu aggravé les besoins humanitaires existant dans la zone depuis deux décennies. Bien que la détermination et la résilience des habitants de l’est de la RDC restent une force puissante, les défis liés à la sécurité alimentaire, au secteur Abri et au secteur WASH ont atteint des niveaux critiques. Une réponse humanitaire informée et coordonnée, basée sur les besoins des populations, est essentielle pour répondre aux priorités des personnes les plus touchées par la crise.
- [Emergency Thread - Ebola Outbreak](https://www.impact-initiatives.org/crisis/ebola-outbreak-thread/): The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is facing a new Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreak, declared on May 15, 2026, by the Ministry of Public Health, Hygiene and Social Welfare, following the confirmation of Ebola virus cases of the Bundibugyo strain in Ituri Province. This is the 17th Ebola outbreak recorded in the country since 1976. REACH teams in the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan are mobilizing in support of the Ebola response, providing rapid analysis, information management, and targeted data collection to inform preparedness and response efforts. Current activities include mapping mobility patterns to identify areas connected to affected locations, analyzing vulnerabilities and health preparedness capacities in potentially exposed areas, and preparing knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) assessments to inform risk communication and community engagement efforts.

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