Our Principles

The Mutual Aid Sudan Coalition is committed to working in ways that are:

Accountable

Supports local Sudanese groups through an approach that leaves decision-making to them and their communities, which in turn, hold them accountable,

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Flexible

Local groups are given flexibility to adapt their activities when and how they need, without prior approval.

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Direct

Funding is provided directly to frontline responders without unnecessary added steps.

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Fast

Funds should reach the community in less than two weeks.

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Cost Effective

$.95 of every $1 is transferred directly to local actors.

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How the process works

The practice of localizing humanitarian aid isn’t only about the transfer of resources more directly to local organizations. It shifts the decision-making and activity design toward those closest to service delivery. Our process and partnership reflect that shift.

DONORS support mutual aid through the Mutual Aid Sudan Coalition (MASC).

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The Localization Coordination Council (LCC) determines a disbursement plan based on urgent needs and pre-existing resources.

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Emergency Response Rooms (ERRs) submit activity plans and budgets—averaging $5,000—outlining their intended activities and target outcomes.

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The LCC signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with each ERR based on these plans.

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MASC transfers funds to ERRs, which begin implementation immediately.

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Once activities are completed or modified, ERRs submit financial and narrative reports.

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The LCC and MASC compile these reports and share a summary with donors.

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Learn more…

The Mutual Aid Sudan Coalition

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The F-System

The ERR accountability and learning process

The Mutual Aid Portal

Advanced ERR tech tools that enable a grassroots response

Women’s Response Rooms

Women-led responses, designed and delivered locally