Appropriateness, Opportunities & Limitations with Cash Transfer Projects
Although its proven advantages over other types of humanitarian interventions such as in-kind or food provision, Cash Transfer Projects should not be understood as the universal instrument, but rather as complementary to the others.
The following is a summary of lessons learnt concerning a
ppropriateness, opportunities
& limitations Cash Transfer Projects. Note that there is no claim of completeness or impeccability.
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Appropriate |
Inappropriate |
Providing opportunities |
Limited |
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universal and flexible mean to cover individual needs
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valorise existing individual livelihood strategies (
empowerment of beneficiaries)
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respect of beneficiaries' dignity
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Transparency on beneficiary selection
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during food insecurity in a disaster area
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during or shortly after a natural or man made disaster when local resources are depleted
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Low management structure and overhead costs
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stimulate local economics
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complementary to other interventions targeting people in need
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initialise continuum of emergency and development interventions
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during armed conflict situation with target population on the move
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during high inflation on local currency
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during or immediately after natural or man-made disaster when local resources are depleted
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no reliable and capable banking system in target area
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