A recent Shelter & NFI Cluster Coordination Meeting in Sudan discussed the dire situation with over 1.9 million people displaced since April. The conflict has led to ongoing unrest, border movements, and power outages. The meeting covered updates, achievements, operational plans, and reserve allocat

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The Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) plays a crucial role in coordinating humanitarian efforts, with a focus on mine action in the global protection cluster. This involves clear responsibilities, strategic planning, and advocacy to address humanitarian needs. The IASC Reference Module for Clus

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A devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Nepal, causing widespread damage and leaving 2.8 million people homeless. Families are desperate for shelter as monsoon rains approach. Habitat is mobilizing engineers to assess damage, provide emergency shelter kits, and support long-term rebuilding effort

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Apache Spark, developed by Matei Zaharia and team at UC Berkeley, aims to enhance cluster computing by supporting iterative algorithms, interactive data mining, and programmability through integration with Scala. The motivation behind Spark's Resilient Distributed Datasets (RDDs) is to efficiently r

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The Wood Innovation Cluster, established in 2018 in Skellefte municipality, brings together key stakeholders in the wood industry to foster regional growth and development. It coordinates research, development, education, and testing activities while promoting sustainable procurement. Through collab

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The content provides a detailed overview of the core functions of the Nutrition Cluster, focusing on objectives, core functions, group work activities, and explanations on supporting service delivery, informing strategic decision-making, and advocacy. It highlights the importance of cluster coordina

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The Fiji National Cluster System for Disaster Risk Management emphasizes the importance of coordination in emergencies, aiming to reduce gaps and overlaps through a coherent, complementary approach. Global Cluster coordination systems have been adopted to enhance collaboration among various humanita

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Comprehensive guidelines for media reporting on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) covering the roles and responsibilities of the GBV Sub-Cluster, the coordination structure, functions of the GBV Sub-Cluster, and basic concepts of GBV including different forms of violence. The document emphasizes the impor

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Inter-Cluster Coordination and Information Management play vital roles in humanitarian emergencies. The coordination mechanism involves regular meetings convened by the RC/HC and coordinated by OCHA, providing opportunities for clusters to collaborate on shared planning, needs assessments, and poole

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Exploring Level 3 emergencies, the process of cluster activation and deactivation, and the core functions of the Nutrition Cluster at the country level. Learn about the criteria for cluster activation, gaps in response, and the strategic approach to humanitarian system-wide emergency activation. Dis

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Assessing the viability of alternatives to traditional tents as transitional shelter solutions in Puntland, Somalia. Phase 1 of the assessment focused on concerns such as fire, theft, leaks, privacy, ventilation, and heat. The assessment also included ranking different shelter types and analyzing ma

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Explore the transformative agenda and guidance for cluster coordination, emphasizing the roles of UNICEF as a cluster lead agency, core cluster functions, inter-cluster coordination, and management strategies for effective humanitarian response. Key focus areas include accountability, human financin

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Cluster beans, scientifically known as Cyamopsis tetragonoloba L., are valuable leguminous crops with economic importance due to their drought tolerance and industrial applications, particularly in gum production. They are cultivated for feed, fodder, and vegetable purposes, with their seeds rich in

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Welcome to the Sub-national Nutrition Cluster Coordination Training Workshop aimed at sharing key concepts, tools, and approaches for effective coordination of nutrition in emergencies. This training prepares participants for working in Nutrition Cluster/Sector Coordination, promoting dialogue and s

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Learn about the structures and roles within Nutrition Clusters at different levels, including the responsibilities of key actors such as the Cluster Coordinator, Information Manager, Strategic Advisory Group, and Technical Working Groups. Explore the involvement of governmental and non-governmental

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Preliminary results from the South Sudan Nutrition Cluster Performance Monitoring (CCPM) Review Workshop held in Juba, Republic of South Sudan on 24th January 2018. The workshop aimed to ensure efficient coordination, identify areas for improvement, raise awareness of support needed, and strengthen

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The National Shelter and Non-Food Items Cluster meeting in Iraq on Wednesday, 24th September 2014 discussed various important agenda items including updates on the SRP process, strategic objectives, overview of cluster projects, types of assistance provided, and targeting vulnerable groups. A total

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Support earthquake-affected population in Rasuwa District with shelter upgradation, material support, cash-for-work, livestock shed assistance, and earthquake-resistant techniques verification. Activities include distribution of shelter kits and tool kits, DRR training, mason training, construction

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Exploring the concept of shelter, this content delves into the various forms of housing available to meet human needs, considering factors like climate, design, and functionality. From traditional houses to modern complexes, it highlights the diversity of shelter options and their significance in pr

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The Shelter Working Group Meeting aims to discuss strategies to provide safe shelter to flood-affected individuals through emergency provisions, household support, relocation assistance, and technical guidance. Objectives include delivering shelter kits, household NFI kits, transitional shelters, an

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The agenda for the Dahuk Shelter & NFI Cluster Coordination Meeting includes introductions, updates on previous meeting action points, discussions on winter camps and out-of-camps issues, rehabilitation efforts, and responses in camps and out-of-camps settings. Additionally, there will be updates on

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This training overview covers the Global Shelter Cluster's 4W Questionnaire, detailing its purpose, content, and technology components. Participants learn how to use mobile applications for data collection, reporting frequencies, and effective question answering. The questionnaire helps in identifyi

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The Red Cross supports a Faith-Based Organization (FBO) Initiative in Missouri, inviting organizations to assist primarily in sheltering efforts for disaster response in the community. The National Shelter System shows numerous Red Cross shelters in Missouri, with advantages to partnering with the R

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In Poland, the right to shelter was addressed through an amendment in 2015, focusing on various types of shelter services like warming-up stations, overnight shelters, and hostels. The introduction of an open-door policy for basic services marked a significant change. Different shelter typologies we

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Discover the minimum commitments for engaging in the Nutrition Cluster, learn about partnership principles, and understand how these guide collaborative efforts within the cluster. Explore partner commitments, principles of partnership, and engage in an exercise to apply these concepts practically.

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Action points from the recent NWSW Shelter Cluster meeting on April 6, 2022 were discussed, including updates on partner collaboration, performance monitoring, and tool enhancements. The meeting also highlighted the importance of feedback regarding access issues and GBV mainstreaming in shelter inte

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Feedback on the composition and distribution of shelter kits reveals that the main items, such as tarpaulins, hoes, spades, and pickaxes, are being utilized effectively for shelter and livelihood activities. Rejected items due to security concerns include plastic rope and nails. There is a suggestio

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The Shelter Sector Technical Working Group meeting discussed environmental considerations in program design, fire protection, waste management, energy needs, and supplies. Recommendations included reducing waste, managing packaging, considering energy sources, and planning for flood-related resource

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Humanitarian organizations in Venezuela are working to address the critical needs for shelter, energy, and non-food items in the country. Initiatives such as alternative energy sources for cooking have been implemented to improve access to electricity and essential supplies. Challenges including lim

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This slide deck explores the Social Change & Campaigning Learning Cluster conducted by the Sheila McKechnie Foundation. It delves into the aims of the cluster, participants, new skills acquired, and next steps. The learning clusters were designed to go beyond one-day events, providing residents with

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The Vanuatu Shelter Cluster meeting held on June 18, 2015, at the PWD offices in Port Vila discussed various important topics including feedback from previous meetings and field visits, water supply improvement plans, partner updates, and ongoing distribution activities. The meeting also focused on

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SMAC, developed by BRE Trust, assists in comparing shelter solutions based on carbon emissions. It allows easy comparison of 4 shelter types on criteria like materials, packaging, transport, and end-of-life considerations. No expert knowledge is needed to use SMAC; simply input shelter components, m

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The Shelter Working Group Meeting is scheduled for Monday, 12th June at 10AM at the Save the Children office. The agenda includes assessments, information management updates, beneficiary selection guidance, IEC materials and DRR discussion, and AOB. Updates as of 11th June are available, along with

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The content discusses the proposed shelter model for Morgan County, focusing on building-level assessment records, population displacement, average household size, and building characteristics. It also explains the calculations for population displacement due to flooding, emphasizing short-term shel

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The Nutrition Cluster aims to support service delivery, inform strategic decision-making, and plan and implement cluster strategies to address the needs and priorities of affected populations. Core functions include supporting service delivery, advocacy, capacity-building, and monitoring and evaluat

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Cash-based interventions have been successfully utilized by humanitarian organizations in Somalia since 2003, with Somalia Shelter Cluster leading the way in delivering shelter and NFI assistance through cash mechanisms. The rationale behind cash responses in Somalia includes addressing challenges l

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The project by IOM Nigeria focuses on improving shelter and settlements for persons with disabilities through a qualitative assessment phase, inclusive of caregivers and households. Challenges include insecurity, limited resources, and adapting solutions to the local context while considering the wh

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IHEP is extending its HTC cluster to accommodate the data processing needs of over 15 experiments in the field of high energy physics. The motivation behind this expansion includes the need for more resources, existing data processing limitations, and user preferences for local analysis. The cluster

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Updates on recent hub meetings in Tacloban, Cebu, and Roxas for strategic planning in the Philippines shelter cluster. Recommendations provided on key issues such as prioritizing activities, contributing to rebuilding efforts, and supporting local government actors. Survey results show contributions

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Tarpaulin distributions are ongoing, aiming to reach over 20,000 households. Monitoring, shelter repair training, and kit distribution activities have begun. Requests for shelter assistance are being analyzed, focusing on areas like informal settlements and outer island communities. Maps are being c

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