projects

More accessible cash assistance through mobile app

Ongoing
A group of people sit in a white room
Start Date
Total Project Cost
USD 31,000.000
Country
Syrian Arab Republic (the)
Project Team
UNHCR Syria

Challenge

Existing digital tools for cash assistance do not address the needs of Syria’s diverse population and information about entitlements and eligibility is fragmented.

Solution

Develop a multilingual mobile application integrated with UNHCR systems providing personal cash assistance details, service information, support features and self-service functions.

Impact

The app will improve access to accurate information, enable direct feedback and reduce the need for costly visits to physical UNHCR locations.

Preliminary findings

5
governorates in Syria saw diverse community consultations to inform app design
80%+
smartphone access among consulted communities, confirming feasibility of solution
55%
of registered households in some contexts not receiving assistance, highlighting need