Study of the effects of the reduction in U.S. aid to South Sudan
The French Development Agency (AFD) commissioned ITAR Consultants to conduct a case study on the effects of reduced U.S. aid in South Sudan. The study in South Sudan is part of a broader series of case studies in Africa and the Middle East. The objectives of these case studies are to identify and analyse: The […]
Study of the effects of the reduction in U.S. aid to Lebanon
The French Development Agency (AFD) commissioned ITAR Consultants to conduct a case study on the effects of reduced U.S. aid in Lebanon, as part of a broader series of country reviews in Africa and Eastern Europe. The Lebanon case study aims to: Using a progressive network-based sampling approach, the team engaged 37 organisations and completed […]
Quick assessment with youth on integrated programming, financial inclusion, and livelihoods
ITAR conducted focus group discussions with Lebanese and Syrian youth in North Lebanon and the Beqaa for the Durable Solutions Platform (DSP), in partnership with the DRC-led consortium CHASE. Eight focus group discussions with 56 participants allowed to explore the impact of the current situation of the country and to inform programming on: (1) youth […]
Research on barriers to SEA reporting
A consortium formed by CARE, the International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Plan International commissioned ITAR Consultants to conduct a study on community perceptions of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) among Ukrainian refugees in Poland. The research sought to identify the barriers preventing refugees from reporting SEA incidents and to provide evidence-based recommendations for improving safeguarding […]
Real-time review of the Lebanese diaspora humanitarian and recovery response in Lebanon
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) commissioned ITAR Consultants to conduct an in-depth review of the Lebanese diaspora’s humanitarian and recovery efforts following the Israeli military offensive against Hezbollah in September 2024. This study builds on a previous mapping of over 126 diaspora organisations responding to the crisis and aimed to enhance understanding of their role […]
Research on diaspora engagement and livelihood support through remittances in Venezuela
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) launched an exploratory study to assess how remittances from diaspora communities could be leveraged to support the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Venezuela. The study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of engaging diaspora actors in economic empowerment initiatives, while acknowledging the politically sensitive context of such […]
Exit strategy of a Market Based Approach to Water Trucking in Northeast Syria
Solidarités International (SI) has been implementing a Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) programme in Ar-Raqqa subdistrict, focusing on sustainable water access for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). Given geographic constraints and temporary settlements, water trucking remains the only viable option in some areas. To promote long-term resilience and reduce dependence on humanitarian aid, SI introduced a […]
Review of the role of diaspora actors in localisation efforts
The consultancy assessed the role of diaspora actors in localisation efforts within the Grand Bargain framework. It investigated whether key signatories have considered or utilised diaspora actors to address localisation challenges and identify barriers preventing their inclusion. The consultancy also explored the contributions of diaspora actors in strengthening local humanitarian responses and supporting civil society […]
Mapping of diaspora initiative to answer the humanitarian crisis resulting from the war in Lebanon
This consultancy aimed to map the Lebanese diaspora’s humanitarian response following Israel’s offensive in Lebanon, which began in September 2024. The study assessed global diaspora mobilisation and their support for local actors in Lebanon. It focused on gathering information about diaspora organisations, whether formal or informal, including those recently established in response to the current […]
Girls Out Loud platform study
This study, conducted for Plan International Burkina Faso, explored how girls and young women can act as key agents in promoting girls’ rights using a Feminist Participatory Action Research (FPAR) approach. The goal was to enhance Plan International’s programming and advocacy by identifying ways to empower young women through co-created interventions tailored to their needs. […]