Evidence-Based Decision-Making for Humanitarian Response in Colombia

This document is a technical report detailing the EVIDEM Consortium's initiative focused on enhancing humanitarian response in Colombia through evidence-based decision-making and information management. It outlines the challenges faced by communities in Colombia due to armed conflict, violence, and natural disasters, which have led to significant humanitarian needs. The report describes the role of iMMAP Inc. and iMMAP France in providing information management services to various stakeholders since 2009, including support for the Humanitarian Country Team and the Inter-Institutional Group on Mixed Migratory Flows. The document emphasizes the development of information management products and training aimed at improving coordination and community engagement, particularly among ethnic populations. It also discusses the governance structure of the consortium, which includes various committees for operational collaboration, and highlights the commitment to principles such as equity and transparency. The expected outcomes include improved decision-making and accountability for the 1.6 million people targeted by the 2023 Colombia Humanitarian Response Plan.