Advancing the HDP Nexus in the MENA Region – Breaking the Silos

The research aims to better understand the current stage of the operationalization of the The Humanitarian- Development – Peace Nexus approach in the selected MENA region countries of Iraq, Syria, Syria cross-border from Turkey, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen, and Libya. It documents policy changes and situational changes that reflect the NEXUS approach. It also provides good practices and examples to various actors to help them develop guiding tools and strategic thinking around inclusion of NEXUS approaches in strategies, programs, etc.

The research indicated that in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, HDP nexus has taken some significant strides to shape aid delivery on the ground. However, the operational level and effectiveness of HDP nexus varies significantly from one country to another. Despite the countrylevel differences, regional trends are apparent. Humanitarian actors across MENA face issues related to ambiguity on HDP Nexus definition, the lack of integration and institutionalization of Nexus, unsystematic or rare collaboration with government actors and other key humanitarian and development actors, and an insufficient amount of quality and flexible funding.