DG ECHO Thematic Policy Document No 3 - Cash Transfers

Following the announcement by our Commissioner at the European Humanitarian Forum, the new DG ECHO Thematic Policy Document No 3 on Cash Transfers is published!

The document provides clear guidance to EU humanitarian partners and DG ECHO staff on the use of cash transfers. It embeds DG ECHO’s commitment, as a leading donor, to cash over vouchers and builds on best practice across the system. It is a practical tool, distinguishing mandatory elements and recommendations. The document is easy to navigate so please don’t feel overwhelmed by its length. There is also a checklist for use by partners and for you to assess their proposals.

This new policy marks a step-change in linking cash transfers and social protection, and synergies with key reforms on digitalisation, localisation and greening of humanitarian assistance. It is complemented by the Large-scale Cash Guidance Note (Annex 1), which contains specific considerations for larger scale cash programmes. The Note provides specific guidance on the segregation of functions, cost-efficiency (including indirect costs) and transparency.

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