Resources
Visit these links to learn more about the issues and contexts of refugee crises and innovative finance
UNHCR
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is the first port of call for refugees after they have fled their country. NEF’s Siraj Centres operate in close coordination with UNHCR offices and other local NGOs and public social services which can help people access the support they need.
International Labour Organization
The only tripartite U.N. agency, the ILO brings together governments, employers, and workers of 187 member states. It sets labour standards, develops policies and devises programmes promoting decent work for all women and men.The ILO’s research on refugee livelihoods investigates market-based interventions for refugees and how organisations can help pave the way towards better livelihoods.
Siraj Centres
Siraj Centres are community hubs that offer livelihood services. NEF operates through these centres by providing trainings, resources and referrals. In doing so, NEF is supporting community-driven opportunities for safe and productive income generation.
The Welfare of Syrian Refugees: Evidence from Jordan and Lebanon
About half of registered Syrian refugees living in Jordan and Lebanon are children. Over half of refugees in the two countries are women and girls. Seven out of ten registered Syrian refugees living in Jordan and nine out of ten in Lebanon could be considered poor. This report by the World Bank highlights key livelihood challenges refugees face.
Innovative Finance for Development report
This report by InterAction, intended originally for NGOs, highlights key Innovative Finance for Development instruments and how they have been, or can be, used.
Brookings Institute Impact Bond data
The Brookings Institute has been researching and tracking data on impact bonds since 2014. Explore their database for independent information on impact bonds and outcome funds.
Blended finance toolkit
Social and Development Impact Bonds are part of the Blended Finance toolkit of instruments.
