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INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND
In recognition of the recurrence of Protection incidents brought on by heightened tensions and the deteriorating economic situation, the Protection sector and AoRs recognize the importance of a coordinated, conflict sensitive and safe utilization of Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA). This guidance was developed in response to the need for consistency among protection partners employing CVA to bring these interventions within the scope of protection sector guidance.
This guidance aims to provide a minimum standard of intervention for protection partners providing Cash and Voucher Assistance for Protection. It provides clarification on the implementation of this assistance, with a view to promote a common understanding and to harmonize key aspects of CVA modalities across protection, child protection and GBV partners.
As such, these guidelines are not intended to replace internal standing operating procedures of agencies. The guidance acknowledges best practices and lessons learnt by protection partners in response to rising protection needs and in alignment with international guidelines.