Glossary

Accountability

Accountability is being responsible for using power and resources properly, taking into account the views of those affected by decisions and actions, and being able to be held to account for the consequences of those decisions and actions. (Centre for Disaster Protection).

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An independent evaluation of the Global Shield's In-Country Process, examining what works, what doesn't, and how the approach can be strengthened for future rounds.

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This paper outlines key trends of financial flows toward outbreak response and identifies relevant emerging initiatives.

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This working paper presents a framework for understanding accountability as well as an overview of implementation.

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This guidance note sets out practical ways to ensure quality, independent scrutiny and improved learning in your DRF initiatives.

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This guidance note gives practical advice on consulting and involving communities in decision-making that impacts their lives.

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A landmark new report from the Centre for Disaster Protection.

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This paper and accompanying policy brief detail how the CRW has been used to date, and identifies a number of concrete ways of improving its performance.

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other key terms

Trigger

A predefined threshold that activates payments or actions within risk financing mechanisms.

Covariate shocks

Shocks affecting many households at once where losses are shared across the same community.

Sustainable development

Meeting today’s needs without limiting future generations’ ability to meet theirs.

Other official flows (OOF)

Public funding supporting development that does not meet official aid definitions.

Indemnity insurance

Insurance that pays based on assessed losses after damage to a specific asset.

Development insurer

An insurer supporting development goals through insurance products and technical assistance.