Anticipatory Action in Humanitarian Interventions – Impact, Challenges & Best Practices in Uncertain Times

Anticipatory action (AA) enables earlier, more dignified, and more cost-effective responses than traditional humanitarian approaches, with evidence of positive impacts on readiness, food security, asset protection, and livelihoods. This report explores anticipatory action interventions around the world, examining how they shape people’s lives and livelihoods, their cost-effectiveness, and where they work best across different types of crises.