Allocation (Cereals) of SDC Funding to WFP Operations in 2015
In line with the Good Humanitarian Donorship (GHD) principles, Switzerland recognizes the necessity of predictable and flexible funding to respond 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.
Country/region | Topic | Period | Budget |
---|---|---|---|
Algeria |
Humanitarian Assistance & DRR
Emergency food assistance
|
01.01.2015
- 31.12.2015 |
CHF 500’000
|
- World Food Programme
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Sector according to the OECD Developement Assistance Commitiee categorisation EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Sub-Sector according to the OECD Developement Assistance Commitiee categorisation Emergency food aid
Aid Type Project and programme contribution
Project number 7F04263
Background |
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger and under-nutrition. Every year, WFP provides food assistance to more than 80 million people, mostly women and children. |
Objectives |
Providing immediate food assistance in life-threatening situations. |
Target groups |
WFP beneficiaries worldwide |
Medium-term outcomes |
WFP provides emergency food assistance in 75 countries in the aftermath of natural or man-made disasters and supports food assistance programmes that bridge the gap between relief and recovery, helping communities build a better future. |
Results |
Expected results: Food assistance is provided to WFP beneficiaries worldwide. |
Directorate/federal office responsible |
SDC |
Credit area |
Humanitarian aid |
Project partners |
Contract partner United Nations Organization (UNO) |
Budget | Current phase Swiss budget CHF 500’000 Swiss disbursement to date CHF 500’000 Total project since first phase Budget inclusive project partner CHF 38’400’000 |
Project phases |
Phase 19
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2019
(Completed)
Phase 16
01.01.2017
- 31.12.2017
(Completed)
Phase 15
01.01.2016
- 31.12.2016
(Completed)
Phase 14 01.01.2015 - 31.12.2015 (Completed) Phase 11 01.01.2013 - 31.12.2013 (Completed) |