PROTECTION CLUSTER COORDINATION TOOLBOX
The responsibility of the Global Protection Cluster (GPC) is to engage in three key areas: standards and policy setting, building response capacity, and operational support.
In this section you will find the necessary tools on the coordination of a field protection cluster.
In its 2020-2024 Strategic Framework, the GPC identified putting basics of protection coordination and programming are in place in all operations as a primary objective for the cluster in the coming strategic cycle. To achieve this objective, the GPC has developed a Global Operational Footprint defining key deliverables for field operations to fulfill their core function.
The GPC will continue to update the list of tools to ensure the provision of the most effective support to the field.
POLICY AND STRATEGY GUIDANCE
- IASC Policy on Protection in Humanitarian Action, 2016
also available in: ES AR FR - IASC Emergency Directors Group (EDG) Preliminary Guidance Note on Protection & Accountability to the Affected Population (AAP) in the Humanitarian Program Cycle, 2016
- IASC Operational Guidelines on the Protection of Persons in Natural Disaster Situations, 2011
- IASC Guidelines for Gender-based Violence Interventions in Humanitarian Settings
- IASC Framework on Durable Solutions for Internally Displaced Persons, 2010
- IASC Guidelines on MHPSS in Emergency Settings
also available in: AR ES FR UA RU - HCT Protection Strategy, 2016
also available in: ES FR - GPC Diagnostic Tool and Guidance on the Interaction between field Protection Clusters and UN Missions
- The IASC Principals’ Statement on the centrality of protection, December 2013
also available in: AR FR
Humanitarian Evacuations
THEMES
Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
- IASC FAQ on Internal Humanitarian, Human Rights and Refugee Law in the Context of Armed Conflict, 2004
- Center for Humanitarian Dialogue | Field Strategies for Civilian Protection
Cash Based Interventions
- Guide for Protection in Cash-Based Interventions
also available in: ES - Tips for Protection in Cash-based interventions
- Key Recommendations for Protection in Cash-based Interventions
- Protection Risks and Benefits Analysis Tool
- Operational Guidance and Toolkit for Multipurpose Cash Grants
also available in: FR - Protection Outcomes in Cash Based Interventions
- Strategic Note Cash Transfers in Humanitarian Contexts
- Child Protection and Cash-Based Interventions Tip-Sheet
- Housing, Land And Property And Cash-Based Interventions Tip Sheet
- Mine Action And Cash-Based Interventions Tip-Sheet
- Gender-Based Violence And Cash-Based Interventions Tip-Sheet
Protection Mainstreaming
- GPC Protection Mainstreaming Training Package
also available in: FR AR ES - GPC Protection Mainstreaming Training Package – Training Resources
- GPC Protection Mainstreaming Training Package Sector-specific Guidance: WASH, HEALTH, SHELTER, CCM, Food Security and Livelihoods, Protection Programming, and Education
- Tip Sheet for Field Protection Clusters
- GPC Protection Mainstreaming Video (EN)
- GPC Protection Mainstreaming Toolkit
also available in: FR AR ES
Protection Information Management
- PIM Presentation
- PIM Fact Sheet
- PIM Cover Page and Matrix
- Protection Information Management Working Meeting Outcome Document, May 2015
- Protection Information Management Outcome Document, December 2015
COORDINATION
Protection Cluster Strategy
- Protection Cluster Strategy Template
also available in: ES FR - Model Terms of Reference (ToRs) for Field Protection Cluster Coordinators
also available in: ES FR - Q&A: How field protection clusters and sub-clusters work together?
also available in: FR - Drafting Comprehensive Protection of Civilians (POC) Strategies in UN Peacekeeping Operations
IASC Reference Documents
- IASC Emergency Response Preparedness
- IASC Reference Module for the Implementation of the Humanitarian Program Cycle
- IASC Reference Module for Cluster Coordination at Country Level
also available in: ES FR - Multi-Sector Initial Rapid Assessment Guidance
Humanitarian Program Cycle (HPC)
- Humanitarian Program Cycle (HPC) 2020
- Guidance on Strengthening Disability Inclusion in Humanitarian Response Plans
- Unit-Based Costing Methodologies for HRPS and Protection Clusters
also available in: ES FR - GPC Guidance Note on the Humanitarian Programme Cycle (HPC)
- GPC Checklist on Incorporating Protection and Accountability to Affected Populations in the HPC
also available in: FR ES
Protection in Natural Disaster Situation
- Strengthening Protection in Natural Disaster Response: Introduction
- Strengthening Protection in Natural Disaster Response: Quick Reference Sheet of Overarching Principles
- Strengthening Protection in Natural Disaster Response: Children
- Strengthening Protection in Natural Disaster Response: Women and Girls
- Strengthening Protection in Natural Disaster Response: Persons with Disabilities
- Strengthening Protection in Natural Disaster Response: Mental Disorders & Psychosocial Distress
- Strengthening Protection in Natural Disaster Response: Housing, Land and Property
- Strengthening Protection in Natural Disaster Response: Rule of Law
- Strengthening Protection in Natural Disaster Response: Evacuations – Key Protection Issues and Responses
Durable Solutions
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