IASC, Humanitarian System-Wide Scale-Up Activation. Frequently Asked Questions, 2018

Q1: What is an IASC Humanitarian System-Wide Scale-Up activation? A1: A Scale-Up activation is a system-wide mobilization in response to a sudden-onset, or significantly deteriorating, humanitarian crisis, where the capacity to lead, coordinate and deliver assistance and protection does not match the scale, complexity and urgency of the crisis. The procedure activates agreed IASC mechanisms and tools to ensure that the system delivers at speed and effectively in support of national authorities and in situ capacity, and closely monitors the performance of the response. It ensures that the adequate capacities and tools for enhanced leadership, coordination and response of the humanitarian system to respond to the crisis. The procedure also engages IASC member organisations to ensure that they implement the required systems and mobilize the necessary resources to contribute to the response as per their respective mandates.