NGOs, Humanitarian Action, and Risk Management
Today, humanitarian crises are characterized by increasing risk and uncertainty. Whether in Afghanistan or Yemen, responding to humanitarian needs means…
No Excuse for Abuse
Humanitarian workers are obliged to create and maintain an environment that prevents sexual exploitation and abuse and promotes the implementation…
Outcomes from the Inaugural U.S. Conference on Housing, Land, and Property in Crisis Contexts
Displacement, whether caused by disaster or conflict, is fundamentally connected to housing, land, and property (HLP) rights.
Roadmap for Research
The lack of systematic research and peer-reviewed publications in the humanitarian sector—particularly in shelter and settlements assistance—sheds light on the…
Strengthening Core Capabilities
USAID Hosts InterAction Members for Reverse Industry Day Discussions
A common concern InterAction hears from implementing Members is how they want to better improve their relationship with USAID. Although…
What Does It Mean To Be A Humanitarian?
August 19 marks World Humanitarian Day, a time to recognize humanitarians’ meaningful work and the risks they take every day.
What Works for GBV Program Adaptation
It has been one year since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, and its impact on women and girls has…
“More than just a Roof:” Shelter Support in Colombia Provides Self-Reliance
Recent trends show that Colombians fleeing their homes to escape violence are seeking safety in urban areas of all sizes, ranging from major cities like Bogotá to small municipalities. As newly displaced people arrive, mid-sized cities like Popayán and Florencia are struggling to provide enough resources for critical humanitarian interventions like food assistance and housing.