Cash Based Assistance Guidance and Minimum Requirements

This document is a guide that outlines minimum requirements and recommendations for organizations providing cash assistance to vulnerable households in Afghanistan. It addresses the humanitarian context, where a significant portion of the population struggles to meet basic needs, particularly following the changes in government that have restricted women's rights and access to education. The guide emphasizes the importance of operational harmonization among humanitarian organizations and presents a structured approach to cash assistance delivery, including community engagement, beneficiary selection, transfer value setting, and distribution processes. It provides detailed recommendations on engaging with women beneficiaries and workers, ensuring compliance with safeguarding measures, and adapting to the evolving context. The document also includes a checklist for compliance with minimum standards and various reference documents, aiming to serve as a comprehensive resource for organizations involved in cash-based assistance in Afghanistan.