UNHCR Provision of winterized assistance to IDPs in Syria [BSL]

15.11.2013 - 15.04.2014

The deteriorating security situation in Syria has led to the internal displacement of 9.3 million individuals seeking refuge with host families, in public buildings, schools or in open space. For the winter period the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has developed a winterization strategy to address the basic humanitarian needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs). With the support of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), UNHCR will be able to provide winterized non-food items (NFIs) to families facing harsh winter conditions.

UNICEF Syr. WASH assistance to IDPs and host communities in Hassaka City

15.11.2013 - 31.12.2014

The conflict has been ruining the lives and Iivelihoods of millions. In addition, lt has disrupted power supplies, affecting in turn water services, forcing responsible technical staff of the water authorities to regularly run maintenance and operations of infrastructure of basic services. Safe drinking water, proper sanitation, and hygiene conditions have been negatively impacted, especially in the crowded collective shelters. This Intervention comes as a response to the assessment of Hassakeh City that indicates shortage in water supply as weIl as access to adequate hygiene and sanitation services for Internally displaced persons ( IDPs) and host communities (HC).

UNRWA, emergency winterisation assistance to conflict-affected Palestine refugees in Syria

01.11.2013 - 31.10.2014

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) is seeking Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC’s) support in funding to provide critical assistance to internally displaced persons (IDPs) who have been severely affected by the conflict in Syria to support them in meeting their winterisation needs. This is a vital form of resilience-building support for vulnerable Palestine refugees in Syria and will help them to survive the winter.

Swiss experts to UN-Agencies in the frame of the Syria crisis

01.10.2013 - 31.12.2014

The ongoing violence in Syria has lead to the displacement of millions of civilians. As of September 2013, an estimated 4.25 million people are internally displaced inside Syria and 2 million people are registered or waiting for their registration with UNHCR in neighbouring Jordan, Turkey, Lebanon, Iraq and Egypt.

UNHCR – Cash Assistance for most vulnerable IDPs in Syria and Syrian refugees in Jordan [BSL], including QIPs in Jordan [PRO]

01.09.2013 - 31.12.2013

Many Syrians have had to leave their homes on very short notice, rendering them in high need of basic domestic items, shelter assistance and protection. This project supports the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) cash assistance projects that ensure the effectiveness of humanitarian aid as people prioritize their own needs. Further, this project fosters protection activities that promote peaceful consistence between the Syrian refugees’ community and the Jordanian community.

WFP Emergency Food Assistance to people affected by unrest in Syria

07.06.2013 - 31.12.2013

Due to a gradual deterioration of the food security situation in Syria, which includes increases in food and fuel prices as well as a reduction in agricultural and livestock production, the UN estimates that 4 million people are food insecure throughout the country. WFP estimates that 3.3 million people are IDPs and an additional 0.7 million are highly vulnerable residents in rural and urban areas. In response, WFP – in partnership with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC) and 19 other local organizations– will provide monthly food assistance to 4 million people in all 14 governorates of Syria.

First Allocation (Cash) of SDC Funding (Europe and Mediterranean Region Division) to WFP Operations in 2013

01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013

In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding for responding to changing needs in humanitarian crises. SDC funding to WFP operations allows the World Food Programme (WFP) to respond proactively and to provide immediate food assistance in life-threatening situations and underfunded emergencies.

UNICEF, Contributions to Field Activities 2013 in Myanmar:, Pakistan:, DRC:, Somalia:, Mali:, Sudan :, South Sudan:, Syria:, Jordanie:, Yemen

01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013

In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of addressing underfunded crisis in a more predictable manner. SDC funding to UNICEF emergency programmes in 10 underfunded emergency situations allows UNICEF to better plan its assistance programmes and proactively respond to situations as needed.

OCHA, Contribution to Field Activities 2013 in Syria and Yemen

01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013

OCHA is responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure coherent response to emergencies and facilitates the work of operational humanitarian agencies in the field. SDC aims to support OCHA in delivering its core functions in humanitarian coordination, advocacy and policy development. Therefore, SDC seeks to provide support to OCHA field offices in relevant humanitarian contexts, in line with SDC geographic and thematic priorities.

Syria- Etana Press- Supporting lOP families in Damascus

15.12.2012 - 15.03.2013

SYRIA- UNRWA- Emergency Cash Assistance to Conflict-Affected Palestinian Refugees in Syria

01.09.2012 - 31.12.2013

The ongoing crisis in Syria has negatively impacted the lives of more 225'000 Palestine refugees, causing displacement and a significant deterioration of their humanitarian situation. Food and non food items remain a priority for the displaced refugees. UNRWA proposes to support some 20'500 Palestine refugees with cash assistance what will help the refugees to meet their immediate basic needs and strengthen their ability to cope better with the current circumstances.

FAO - Emergency Assistance to poor herder families in Syria (BSL)

01.08.2012 - 30.09.2014

Large numbers of rural people of the central, coastal, eastern and south governorates have lost their farming business and/or livestock due to the ongoing crisis in Syria since the 15th March 2011. The ongoing political unrest has directly affected rural people's livelihoods, as they are not able to attend their business or marketing their products. Many rural people at eastern and north eastern governorates have lost their livelihood bases and/or livestock totally or partially due to the ongoing crisis coupled with the drought situation in past years.