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• Report

The Gap Between Building Anticipatory Action Frameworks and Their Activation: A Global Study on Anticipatory Action Readiness

The study, conducted by CARE International and led by the CARE Climate Justice Centre, seeks to explore the current state of readiness for frameworks. Specifically, the objectives are to: explore …

Start Ready

Start Ready builds on the Start Network’s experience in developing locally-led systems that enable frontline humanitarians to access early, predictable disaster risk finance. Learn more.

• Working group

Linking Risk Financing to Anticipatory Action

The Linking Risk Financing to Anticipatory Action working group seeks to accelerate the scaling up of anticipatory risk financing by unlocking synergies, facilitating community exchange and linking …

• News

First day of the West and Central Africa Dialogue Platform: anticipation in action

The opening day of the First Dialogue Platform on Anticipatory Action for West and Central Africa kicked off in Dakar, Senegal, marking a pivotal moment in the region’s approach to crisis management …

• Blog

The impacts of humanitarian funding cuts on anticipatory action

The humanitarian sector has witnessed major cuts to its funding in 2025. As part of this sector, these cuts threaten the financial sustainability of anticipatory action. A recent survey by the …

• Project Page

Forecast-based Financing in Lebanon: Anticipation over Reaction

• Blog

Why use insurance for anticipatory action – and why now?

Traditionally designed to cover post-disaster losses, insurance has the potential to release rapid, pre-arranged funding for anticipatory action. A recent working paper by the Anticipation Hub and …

• Policy Paper

Leveraging insurance for anticipatory action: insights and emerging lessons

Despite its proven benefits, anticipatory action remains chronically underfunded, undermining its ability to reach its full potential. As such, new financing mechanisms are required. Several …

• Manual / Guideline

Pre-Financing Anticipatory Action: A Practical Guide for National Societies

This guide outlines key considerations and steps for developing a pre-financing strategy, ensuring National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies can act swiftly and reduce reliance on delayed donor …

• Event

When governments talk anticipatory action: the silver bullet for disaster risk reduction, or just wishful thinking?

As global crises grow in frequency and intensity, anticipatory action has emerged as a promising approach to mitigating the impacts of disasters before they escalate. Anticipatory action aims to …