From vision to action: Mali Red Cross Cash and Voucher Assistance Preparedness (CVAP) Journey

Resource type: Case study

Organisation: Cash Hub, Croix-Rouge Malienne, Livelihoods Centre

Region: Africa

Category: Cash Preparedness

Tags: cash assistance

Publication year: 2026

Language: English

This case study describes how the Mali Red Cross strengthened its ability to deliver Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) through a structured preparedness programme over several years. It outlines the organisation’s journey in building systems, partnerships, and skills to respond quickly and effectively to humanitarian crises. The study highlights how CVA became a central, scalable approach integrated into emergency and recovery interventions. It also shows how sustained investment and learning helped position the Mali Red Cross as a reliable and leading actor in CVA delivery.