Humanitarian Practice

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere الالتزاماتالأساسية إزاء الأطفال في مجال العمل الإنساني تشكل الاليزامات الأماماا إزاس الأطفال في مجال العمل الإنااني جوهر ماامات الاونااف إطار العمل الإنااني وهي ملزمة لجمیع موظفي الیونیسف. تضع الالتزامات الأساسیة إزاء الأطفال في مجال العمل الإنساني، التي تستند إلى المعايیر والنظم القیاسیة الإنسانیة العالمیة، مقايیس مرجعیة تنظیمیة وبرامجیة وتشغیلیة، ُتخضع ِ وبالإضافة إلى ذلك، فإنها ُترشد جمیع أصحاب المصلحة، ومنهم الحكومات ومنظمات المجتمع المدني، أثناء تصمیم عملهم الإنساني وفي وضع معايیر احترام حقوق الأطفال وحمايتها وتحقیقها، والوفاء بهذهالمعايیر. الیونیسف نفسها للمساءلة بموجبها ع ّما يحققه عملها الإنساني وجهود الدعوة التي تبذلها من تغطیة وجودة وإنصاف. Source UNICEF Area of Work Core Commitments for Children Type Policy / procedure Language Arabic Year Published 2020 Last Checked 6/11/2020 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open

GBViE Programme Resource Pack Kit 3.5-3.7: GBV Coordination, Risk Mitigation and Advocacy In Kit 3.5: Programming – GBV Coordination in Emergencies. You can find information about the essential elements of GBV coordination in humanitarian response. It complements existing guidance on both GBV and cluster coordination. Kit 3.5: Programming – GBV Coordination in Emergencies is for UNICEF staff responsible for GBV-related humanitarian coordination at national and sub-national levels in all emergency contexts. In Kit 3.6: Programming – Integrating GBV Risk Mitigation Across UNICEF Sectors and Clusters you can find information about UNICEF’s responsibilities and programming to integrate actions to reduce GBV-related risks across all sectors and UNICEF-led clusters in line with the IASC Guidelines. Kit 3.6 includes tools to support integration of GBV risk mitigation into UNICEF sectors and clusters and a training module to build knowledge about UNICEF’s responsibilities and approach to integrating GBV across sectors and clusters.Integrating GBV Risk Mitigation Across UNICEF Sectors and Clusters (Learning Module). Kit 3.6: Programming – Integrating GBV Risk Mitigation Across UNICEF Sectors and Clusters is for UNICEF and partner WASH, Education, Child Protection, Health and Nutrition staff responsible for humanitarian programming, and for UNICEF Health, Education, Nutrition, Child Protection and WASH cluster coordinators. In Kit 3.7: Programming – Advocacy you can find information to support advocacy to increase internal and external under-standing of and commitment to GBViE programming. The kit includes a tool to help guide GBV-related advocacy at country level; a series of Issue Briefs that highlight important information and key messages about selected GBV-related topics. The issue briefs aim to demystify and build understanding about GBV, GBViE programming, and how it relates to UNICEF’s mission and other priorities in emergencies. Kit 3.7: Programming – Advocacy is for UNICEF and partner staff and management working to build knowledge and commitment for addressing GBV before or during an emergency. GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.5: Guidance Book OPEN GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.7: Advocacy OPEN GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.5 Snapshot OPEN GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.7: Guidance Book OPEN GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.5: Guidance Book OPEN GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.5-3.7: Tools OPEN GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.6: Guidance Book OPEN >

Early Childhood Development Kit for Emergencies The Early Childhood Development (ECD) Kit for Emergencies was created in 2009 to strengthen the response for young children caught in conflict or emergencies. The kit complements basic services related to young children’s hygiene and sanitation, health and nutrition, protection and education. It contains materials to help caregivers create a safe learning environment for young children, aged 0–8, and offers children access to play, stimulation and early learning opportunities. Each kit is designed to reach up to 50 children. Since its inception, the ECD kit has evolved as the primary service delivery strategy that UNICEF employs to support young children’s right to play. It has been integrated into existing ECD programmes, mainly as part of an active humanitarian response, but also in post-conflict settings and non-emergency development contexts. ECD Kit for Emergencies: Activity Guide (ENG) OPEN ECD Kit for Emergencies: Coordinator's Guide (ENG) OPEN ECD Kit for Emergencies: Facilitator's Guide (ENG) OPEN Kit Evaluation ECD Kit for Emergencies: Policy Brief (ENG) Policy Brief for the Early Childhood Development Kit for Emergencies OPEN ECD Kit for Emergencies: Evaluation Synthesis (ENG) Evaluation Synthesis for the Early Childhood Development Kit for Emergencies OPEN

GBViE Programme Resource Pack Kit 3.3: Programming – Building Accountability Kit 3.3: Programming – Building Accountability provides information on monitoring and responding to conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV). It includes a Guidance Book and a Tools Booklet with information and tools for taking action to assist survivors, protect communities, prevent perpetration and foster accountability for perpetrators. It also contains a Resource Pack Overview and Resource Pack Snapshot. These are a good place to get started GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.3: Overview OPEN GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.3: Snapshot OPEN GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.3: Guidance Book OPEN GBViE Resource Pack Kit 3.3: Tools OPEN >

GBViE Programme Resource Pack Kit 1: Getting Started Kit 1: Getting Started introduces the UNICEF GBViE Programme Resource Pack. It has four sections: Section 1 About the GBViE Programme Resource Pack orients UNICEF and partner staff to the Resource Pack by overviewing its background, purpose and contents. Section 2 UNICEF’s GBViE Programme Framework introduces the GBViE programming model used by UNICEF on which the Resource Pack is based. Section 3 A Primer on GBV provides essential information on GBV in emergencies. It contains information about the problem of GBV, the causes and its impacts, including on children. Section 4 Foundations for GBV Programming provides information on the legal, normative and policy foundations for UNICEF’s humanitarian response in emergency settings; the guiding principles that underpin UNICEF’s work; and good practices in GBV prevention, risk mitigation and response in emergencies. This section also highlights the importance of staff values, attitudes and behaviours in GBV work. Kit 1: Getting Started contains four training materials: Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies Programme Resource Pack Overview (click the link below). This outlines the GBViE Resource Pack and is a good place to get started. Introduction to Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (Learning Module) UNICEF’s Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies Programming (Learning Module) Values and Principles for Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies Programming (Learning Module) Kit 1: Getting Started also includes a Case Studies Booklet containing case studies from UNICEF GBViE programming around the world. UNICEF Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) Resource Pack Kit 1: Getting Started Overview OPEN UNICEF Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) Programme Resource Pack Kit 1: Getting Started Learning Module –Introduction to Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies OPEN UNICEF Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) Programme Resource Pack Kit 1: Getting Started Snapshot OPEN UNICEF Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) Programme Resource Pack Kit 1: Getting Started Learning Module – UNICEF’s Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies Programming OPEN UNICEF Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) Programme Resource Pack Kit 1: Getting Started Guidance Book OPEN UNICEF Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) Programme Resource Pack Kit 1: Getting Started Learning Module - Values and Principles for Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies OPEN UNICEF Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) Programme Resource Pack Kit 1: Getting Started Case Studies Booklet OPEN >

AAP handbook and toolkit Welcome to the AAP handbook and toolkit Tool 2.1 FAQs on AAP OPEN Tool 3.3 Overview AAP responsibilities in CO OPEN Tool 5.4 Example of AAP Theory of Change OPEN Tool 8.2 Tips on holding community meetings OPEN Tool 13.1 ToRs Interagency AAP Positions OPEN Tool 2.2 UNICEF video - Accountability to Affected Populations OPEN Tool 5.1 Tip sheet integration AAP in Situation Analysis OPEN Tool 5.5 Tip sheet integration of AAP in HRPs and Emergency Preparedness OPEN Tool 8.3 Basic requirements child and adolescent participation OPEN Tool 13.2 Example ToR AAP CE Working Group OPEN Tool 3.1 ToR AAP Focal Point OPEN Tool 5.2 Menu AAP Questions for Needs Assessments OPEN Tool 5.8 AAP indicators and monitoring guidance OPEN Tool 9.1 Feedback flow diagram OPEN Tool 13.4 Tip sheet to monitor AAP performance in clusters OPEN Tool 3.2 JD AAP Specialist OPEN Tool 5.3 Tip sheet integration AAP in Programme Strategy Note OPEN Tool 8.1 Tips on running focus group discussions OPEN Tool 10.1 PSEA Practical Guide and Toolkit OPEN >

Children Isolation and Quarantine Considerations during COVID-19 Interim guidance for child protection and health actors in the context of quarantine and isolation measures to mitigate related child protection risks, minimize family separation and promote family unity and social cohesion. Children, Isolation and Quarantine: Preventing Family Separation and Other Child Protection Considerations during the COVID-19 Pandemic OPEN Children, Isolation and Quarantine: Preventing Family Separation and Other Child Protection Considerations during the COVID-19 Pandemic (Arabic) OPEN Children, Isolation and Quarantine: Preventing Family Separation and Other Child Protection Considerations during the COVID-19 Pandemic (French) OPEN Children, Isolation and Quarantine: Preventing Family Separation and Other Child Protection Considerations during the COVID-19 Pandemic (Spanish) OPEN Children, Isolation and Quarantine: Preventing Family Separation and Other Child Protection Considerations during the COVID-19 Pandemic (Russian) OPEN >

Emergency Procedures The determination of a Level 3 or Level 2 emergency is made based on scale; urgency; complexity; and capacity of Regional Office (RO) and Country Offices (COs) affected by the crisis. Level-2 Emergency Response: CO needs additional support from other parts of the organisation (HQ, RO and other COs) to scale up and respond to the crisis. The Regional Director (RD) will provide leadership and RO support is enhanced. Level-3 Emergency Response: The Executive Director declares that organisation-wide mobilization is needed to scale up and respond and appoints a Global Emergency Coordinator (GEC). RO support to the CO is enhanced. UNICEF Emergency Procedures are activated to ensure a timely and effective response to crises. UNICEF is currently developing new procedures that will apply to all crises and replace the L3/L2 SSOPs when finalized. UNICEF Simplified Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) for Corporate Emergency Activation Procedure in Level 3 Emergencies (2012) OPEN UNICEF Procedure on corporate emergency activation for L3 (2019) OPEN UNICEF Directive for Level 2 Emergencies (annexes) 2013 OPEN UNICEF procedure on regional emergency activation for L2 (2019) OPEN >

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere U-Reporters in Situation and Programmatic Monitoring: UNICEF Cote d’Ivoire’s experience in COVID-19 RapidPro software, U-Report applications and youth engagement enabled UNICEF and the Government of Cote d’Ivoire to monitor and adapt programming in the context of COVID-19. U-Reporters and young bloggers were proactively engaged to identify and address false information around COVID-19 using the U-Report platform. Polls collected critical information while face-to-face data collection such as surveys and facility assessments were not possible due to movement restrictions. U-Reporters, already skilled in digital platforms, were engaged in an innovative pilot as third-party monitors (TPM) during Child Health Day campaigns. U-Reporters were based in their communities, equipped with knowledge from their communities and did not need to travel in contract to traditional TPM. U-Reporters as a TPM modality was found to be a cost-efficient option to explore further. The flexibility of RapidPro software, ability to adapt U-Report information sharing and data collection, and engagement of U-Reporters contributed to an adaptive response over time. Source UNICEF Area of Work Needs Assessments, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Type Case Study / Field Notes Language English Year Published 2021 Last Checked 09/09/2021 DD/MM/YYYY Region West and Central Africa Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere Guidance on Reopening Early Childhood Education Settings As countries make decisions to reopen schools, there are unique considerations related to opening early childhood education (ECE) settings, in order to ensure holistic approaches to nurturing care and learning for young children. Reopening ECE settings can provide children with much-needed emotional support and learning opportunities, and it offers reliable childcare options for parents returning to work. Though there will be challenges, young children are highly resilient and adaptive. With clear and consistent instructions and a nurturing environment, they will be able to adjust and thrive in their new learning environment. This guidance note outlines key principles and practical measures for decision-makers to consider before, during and after the transition from closure to reopening. It focuses on safe operations in ECE settings, staff training and support, child well-being and development, and parental communication and support. On this page, you will also find additional resources, developed by UNICEF, for continuing professional staff support and enhancing communications with teachers and administrators, parents and primary caregivers, and decision-makers. This guidance is aligned with the updated Framework for Reopening Schools, released by UNESCO, UNICEF, the World Bank, the World Food Programme and UNHCR. Source UNICEF, the Work Bank and UNESCO Area of Work Education Type Guidance / Manual Language English Year Published 2020 Last Checked 21/09/2020 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere COVID-19 Vaccination, Country Readiness and Delivery: Supply and Logistics Guidance The COVAX Supply and Logistics workstream led by UNICEF, Gavi and WHO have released a working copy of the COVID-19 Vaccination, Country Readiness %26 Delivery: Supply and Logistics Guidance. Countries might find this Guide useful when developing and strengthening their supply chain strategies to receive, store, distribute and manage the COVID-19 vaccines and their ancillary products, in line with their national deployment and vaccination plan (NDVP). The document also provides links to the different tools and resources to aid countries in performing assessment, planning and capacity-building activities Source UNICEF and WHO Area of Work COVAX Type Technical Notes or Guidelines Language English Year Published 2021 Last Checked 03/02/2021 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere Early childhood development in humanitarian standards and guidance documents This study reviews existing humanitarian standards and guidance documents and assesses the extent to which early childhood interventions and the needs of infants, young children, and caregivers are included. Source Moving Minds Alliance Area of Work Early Childhood Development Type Research or Technical Report (non-IRC) Language English Year Published 2021 Last Checked 28/07/2021 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere 2.3.2 Health (extract from UNICEF Core Commitments for Children) Extract of Health section of the UNICEF Core Commitments for Children in Humanitarian Action (CCCs) - pages 41-44. The CCCs form the core UNICEF policy and framework for humanitarian action and are mandatory for all UNICEF personnel. Grounded in global humanitarian norms and standards, the CCCs set organizational, programmatic and operational commitments and benchmarksagainst which UNICEF holds itself accountable for the coverage, quality and equity of its humanitarian action and advocacy. Source UNICEF Area of Work Health Type Policy / procedure Language English Year Published 2020 Last Checked 12/08/2021 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere Предварительные инструкции ЗАЩИТА ОТ СЕКСУАЛЬНОЙ ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ И СЕКСУАЛЬНЫХ НАДРУГАТЕЛЬСТВ В ПЕРИОД РЕАГИРОВАНИЯ НА КОРОНАВИРУСНУЮ ИНФЕКЦИЮ COVID-19 ​ Source WHO, UNFPA, UNICEF, UNHCR, WFP, IOM, OCHA, CHS Alliance, InterAction, UN Victims’ Rights Advocat Area of Work Child Protection Type Technical Notes or Guidelines Language Russian Year Published 2020 Last Checked 16/04/2020 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere UNICEF Procedure on corporate emergency activation for L3 (2019) Theprocedure outlines criteria and steps for activation of the corporate emergency procedure (CEAP), accountability and decision-making at each level of the organization; and measures to be activated in the event of a L3 emergency. Source UNICEF Area of Work Emergency Procedures Type Policy / procedure Language English Year Published 2019 Last Checked 15/12/2020 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere IASC Non-Binding Guidelines on the Use of Armed Escorts for Humanitarian Convoys The purpose of the guidelines is to assist a wide range of actors on when and how to use military or other forms of armed escorts to accompany humanitarian convoys. In July 2011, the 79th meeting of the IASC Working Group requested the IASC Task Force on Humanitarian Space and Civil-Military Relations, an IASC subsidiary body, to update the guidelines. The following text is the result of consultations and collaboration between IASC members, in addition to the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS), Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO) and field colleagues from a variety of organisations. This updated document reflects the evolution of security risk management procedures within the UN and non-UN organisations, the increase of actors now commonly present in humanitarian operating environments, and the increasing complexities of undertaking principled humanitarian action. Source UNICEF Area of Work Humanitarian Access Type Guidance / Manual Language English Year Published 2013 Last Checked 20/05/2021 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere 8 Ways Governments can Support Children with HIV in the time of COVID-19 This policy advocacy piece aims to provide governments a guidance on how to support (8 ways) children, adolescents and young women living with HIV in the time of COVID-19. Source UNICEF Area of Work HIV/AIDS Type Quick Guide, Brief or Fact Sheet Language English Year Published 2020 Last Checked 8/6/20 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere UNICEF Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies (GBViE) Programme Resource Pack Kit 1: Getting Started Case Studies Booklet As part of the process of developing the Resource Pack, UNICEF conducted a global multi-country evaluation of its GBViE programming in 2015–2016. The evaluation delivered real-time assessment and technical support to seven UNICEF country pro-grammes and facilitated learning and improvement of ongoing GBViE response in the participating countries. Findings and recommendations for each country are set out in country reports. Importantly, the evaluation also generated valuable lessons and recommendations for UNICEF globally regarding GBViE prevention, mitigation and response. These are documented in The UNICEF Multi-Country Gender-Based Violence in Emergencies Programme Evaluation Synthesis Report, 2016. The lessons, evidence, tools and good practices have been incorporated throughout this Resource Pack. The evaluation also generated 12 case studies that are included in this booklet. Nine of the case studies present one component of GBViE programming from a particular country, while the final three explore the same intervention across three different countries. Together, these cases illustrate the diversity of contexts in which UNICEF is implementing GBV prevention, mitigation and response programming, as well as the diversity of GBV programming being implemented. Perhaps most interestingly, the case studies showcase the very different approaches generated in different countries, which serve to high-light the importance of innovation and creativity in building locally relevant responses to the problem of GBV – and finding solutions to the many challenges this work brings. The case studies conclude with important lessons for future programming generated from each programme and setting. Many of the lessons – such as the value of ongoing dedicated technical support and the importance of strong partnerships charac-terized by mutual respect and understanding – have arisen across multiple settings and help to set the road-map for the next phase of UNICEF and partner GBViE programming. Source UNICEF Area of Work Gender Based Violence Type Collection Language English Year Published 2019 Last Checked 21/01/2021 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere Sector-wide analysis of early childhood development and education in emergencies in Colombia and considerations to strengthen systems globally There is an urgent need to strengthen early childhood development and education in emergencies (ECDEiE) globally. Colombia has faced protracted and acute crises for decades. Also, the country has applied a unique approach to holistic and integrated ECDE policy formulation. We argue that these characteristics offer a valuable country-case to identify barriers and levers to the operationalization of ECDEiE. We applied a sector-wide analysis protocol that harmonized components of the Humanitarian Programme Cycle by the Inter-Agency Standing Committee and of a framework to characterize the governance of ECDE systems. The study outlines how the policy and program characteristics identified may represent levers or barriers to the effective operationalization of ECDEiE in Colombia. We discuss how these attributes could be considered in the trans-sectoral dialogue between ECDE and humanitarian actors with the aim of strengthening ECDEiE systems globally. Source New Directions for Child and Adolescent Development Area of Work Early Childhood Development Type Research or Technical Report (non-IRC) Language English Year Published 2021 Last Checked 14/08/2021 DD/MM/YYYY Region Latin Americas and Caribbean Open

A knowledge resource selected by UNICEF for humanitarian practitioners everywhere Immunization in Emergencies and Humanitarian Settings Immunization is one of the most cost-effective public health interventions, averting an estimated two to three million deaths every year. In these contexts, there is limited capacity to carry out basic health system activities, such as vaccination programmes, thus facilitating disease outbreaks. Supply chains become sporadic; cold chains lose viability; beneficiaries avoid dangerous travel to health centres; and human resources are dissipated, creating ever-larger pools of unvaccinated children that grow and jeopardize herd immunity. This document presents the issue, UNICEF's response and programmatic priorities, and the way forward. Source UNICEF Area of Work Health Type Technical Notes or Guidelines Language English Year Published 2021 Last Checked 02/08/2021 DD/MM/YYYY Region Global Open