We are in unchartered territory, with an existential
funding crisis, soaring levels of humanitarian need and a
spiralling number of extreme weather events. Each dollar
we spend must go further. There is key evidence showing
that anticipatory action provides a cost-effective and
efficient way for life‑saving assistance that addresses
humanitarian needs while strengthening resilience to
predictable risks. Strong interagency coordination
amplifies these benefits by improving resource allocation,
reducing duplication of efforts, and fostering a more
cohesive and timelier, prioritized response. The
non-exhaustive list of findings outlined in this report is
drawn from evidence generated by a number of
organizations, reflecting broad insights and experiences
from across the sector.
