Resources
Information Management and Technology
With CVA becoming the preferred choice for National Societies, the need for robust Information Management to deliver CVA effectively is crucial. Cash technology further innovates CVA and can significantly streamline CVA implementation in the future. Browse resources below to find out more.
Cash Information Management
Cash Information Management (IM) seeks to enable efficient and transparent cash assistance programming through support to operational data collection, analysis, documentation and reporting activities. Explore this page for detailed information on Cash IM support services, competencies, templates and more.
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Digital technology
Digital technology has the potential to transform the way in which cash programmes operate. Mobile payment platforms are already demonstrating how new technologies can have a great impact on efficiencies and convenience for people receiving cash assistance. This is just one example of the potential for the use of technology in this sector.
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17 November 2021
Cash Hub Webinar Summary Points 17th November 2021
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510, Botswana Red Cross, Netherlands Red CrossWritten summary of the 17th November 2021 Cash Hub Webinar on CVA and Digital Tools for Information Management
25 October 2021
Cash & Voucher Assistance at Scale: Integrating Systems in St. Maarten & Aruba
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510This case study gives an overview of digital systems used to scale up a cash distribution in St. Maarten and Aruba serving over 40.000 people. It highlights the systems used, the challenges faced, and the lessons learned as well as how to request support for cash information management projects.
15 October 2021
Humanitarian Digital Identities and DIGID Project in Kenya (webinar recording)
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IFRC, Kenya Red Cross SocietyAs we move towards more digital solutions for CVA, people who do not have a legally recognised ID are often left out of humanitarian assistance programs because they do not meet the minimum requirements by financial service providers. Digital identities present a possible solution to ensuring inclusivity of those most marginalised.
14 September 2021
Digital aid in the Netherlands for undocumented migrants
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510Find out more about the Netherlands Red Cross programme to support undocumented migrants combining access to helpful information and cash and voucher assistance, in this article on the 121 pilot that took place from November 2020 to May 2021.
2 July 2021
Manual: Digital Communication Systems – COVID-19 response
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510, Netherlands Red CrossSince March 2020, the 510 Data Team of the Netherlands Red Cross has provided solutions for digital communication of various National Societies. This manual shares information on various systems for digital communication, with details on programmes and platforms used.
9 June 2021
Digital identity: enabling dignified access to humanitarian services in migration
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IFRCThis report sheds light on the needs and concerns of people on the move when it comes to identification, based on interviews with a range of migration experts and stakeholders. The report also makes specific recommendations for organisations contemplating the use of digital technology to identify the migrants they serve.
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