ENHANCING INTER_ORGANIZATIONAL COLLABORATION FOR HUMANITARIAN DEVELOPMENT: YEMEN AS A CASE STUDY

Abstract

This study investigates the improvement of inter-organizational collaboration for humanitarian
development, with a particular emphasis on cash programming initiatives in Yemen. The study
aims to boost the effectiveness and durability of these activities by addressing barriers to efficient
collaboration between humanitarian organizations and government authorities. It assesses
targeting tactics to guarantee that help reaches the neediest populations and examines how
economic and political factors influence program execution. The study used a qualitative
research design, relying on secondary data from publications, reports, surveys, and humanitarian
databases to evaluate the effectiveness of cash transfer programs. Case studies of existing
financial assistance programs in Yemen are also investigated to discover successful models and
implementation issues. The findings show that, while cash-based assistance has greatly improved
the living conditions of Yemen's most vulnerable inhabitants, structural difficulties such as
fragmented coordination, political instability, and economic volatility limit its efficacy. The study
emphasizes the necessity of inter-organizational collaboration, the implementation of unified
social registration systems, and the use of intersectional targeting strategies to improve program
inclusion and efficiency. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the importance of enhanced
governance and accountability structures to ensure the long-term impact of cash-based
programming programs. The study suggests that improving inter-organizational collaboration,
developing new targeting strategies, and addressing governance deficiencies are critical to
increasing the resilience and sustainability of humanitarian operations in Yemen. Future studies
should focus on assessing the long-term effects of cash-based programs, as well as investigating
the role of digital alternatives in increasing assistance distribution transparency and efficiency.
This study adds to the greater discussion on humanitarian relief by giving actionable ideas for
improving cash programming in conflict-affected areas.