| Indicator ID | BS7 |
|---|---|
| Indicator full statement | # of persons receiving non-food items or cash assistance |
Purpose
Measuring the scope of Tdh's cash and NFI assistance aimed at covering the basic needs of the most vulnerable populations affected by a humanitarian crisis, restoring their rights and dignity and alleviating their suffering.
Definition
Cash assistance: conditional or unconditional assistance provided in the form of money to recipients (individuals, households or communities). Cash transfers are inherently unrestricted, which means recipients can choose how to use the assistance. As such, cash is distinct from restricted modalities including vouchers and in-kind assistance.
Non-Food Items (NFI): refer to essential goods distributed to individuals and/or families affected by emergencies and crises. These items include clothing, blankets, cooking utensils, hygiene kits, shelter materials, and other household supplies that are crucial for survival and maintaining dignity. NFIs are provided to meet immediate needs, support recovery, and improve living conditions for vulnerable populations.
How to collect & analyse the data
| What do we count? | The number of beneficiaries who have received humanitarian assistance from Tdh in the form of NFI distribution or cash. |
|---|---|
| How to calculate the indicator's value | Sum of all beneficiaries reached on cash or NFI distribution at least once during the period concerned. |
| Data sources | List of beneficiaries (encrypted, secured). |
| Data collection methods and tools | Data should be disaggregated by age, gender, and type of assistance (cash or NFI assistance). |
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Limitations and precautions
Ensure precise data entry and avoid duplication.
Implement measures to verify the receipt and use of assistance (PDM)
What further analysis are we interested in?
What was the geographic distribution of the assistance? Were there specific regions or marginalized communities that received less aid or faced challenges in accessing it?
To what extent did the cash and NFI distributions cover essential needs? Were the items or cash amounts sufficient to help restore a decent standard of living?
How was the assistance distributed across different demographic groups (age, gender, disability status)?
Did we reach the intended scope, and were there gaps in coverage that needed addressing?
How quickly were basic emergency needs addressed through the distribution of cash or NFIs? Was the type of assistance (cash vs. NFI) appropriately tailored to the specific needs of the population? For example, was cash preferable where markets were functioning, or were NFIs better suited in areas where markets were disrupted?
How was the assistance distributed across different demographic groups (age, gender, disability status)? Did specific groups (e.g., elderly, children, women-headed households) receive adequate support in relation to their needs?