Deadline: 09-May-2026
Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Deutschland (ASB) is launching a pilot humanitarian partnership initiative in Syria to support conflict-affected and vulnerable populations through integrated recovery and resilience programming.
The programme combines immediate humanitarian support with early recovery and community strengthening, with a strong focus on inclusion, localization, and sustainable impact.
Implementing Organization
Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Deutschland (ASB) is a German humanitarian and welfare organization with international operations focused on:
- Emergency relief
- Rehabilitation
- Development programming
- Community resilience building
Through its Foreign Aid Department, ASB works with local partners to deliver people-centered humanitarian assistance.
Geographic Focus
- Aleppo
- Idlib
- Lattakia
- Hama
These regions have been heavily impacted by conflict and earthquake-related destruction, with high levels of displacement and infrastructure damage.
Key Programme Priorities
Food Security and Livelihoods
- Micro-enterprise development support
- Market-based livelihood programming
- Vocational training initiatives
- Special focus on women and persons with disabilities
- Economic empowerment and income generation
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
- Rehabilitation of community water systems
- Improved access to safe drinking water
- Inclusive hygiene promotion campaigns
- Accessibility adaptations for persons with disabilities
- Community hygiene awareness activities
Inclusion and Localization
- Prioritization of Women-Led Organizations
- Engagement of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs)
- Support for youth-focused organizations
- Strengthening local ownership of humanitarian response
- Promoting participation of marginalized groups
Cross-Cutting Principles
- Disability inclusion and accessibility
- Gender equality and women’s empowerment
- Youth participation and leadership
- Protection of vulnerable groups
- Community-based recovery approaches
- Sustainability and resilience building
Expected Outcomes
- Improved household food security
- Increased income opportunities through livelihoods support
- Restored access to safe water services
- Enhanced hygiene and public health practices
- Greater inclusion of persons with disabilities in humanitarian response
- Stronger local organizational capacity
- More equitable recovery in conflict-affected regions
Funding Overview
- Average partnership value: €150,000 per project
- Emphasis on cost-efficiency and measurable impact
- Budget must include accessibility and reasonable accommodation provisions
- Focus on transparency and accountability in fund use
Required Organizational Capacity
Eligible organizations must demonstrate:
- Legal registration in relevant jurisdiction
- Strong financial management systems
- Audited financial reporting
- Transparent governance structures
- Compliance with humanitarian standards
Humanitarian Compliance Requirements
- IFRC Code of Conduct adherence
- Core Humanitarian Standard compliance
- Safeguarding policies in place
- Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) systems
- Child protection mechanisms
- Ethical operational frameworks
Eligibility Priorities
Preference will be given to organizations demonstrating:
- Leadership in women-led programming
- Strong disability inclusion expertise
- Youth empowerment initiatives
- Proven local humanitarian delivery capacity
- Experience in conflict or crisis settings
Key Partnership Expectations
- Collaboration with ASB in implementation and learning
- Strengthening administrative and logistical systems
- Focus on measurable humanitarian outcomes
- Commitment to localization and community engagement
- Shared accountability in delivery and reporting
How the Partnership Works
- ASB invites applications from qualified organizations
- Applicants submit proposals aligned with priorities
- Proposals are reviewed for technical and organizational capacity
- Selected partners enter formal collaboration agreements
- Joint implementation in targeted Syrian regions
- Monitoring of outcomes and humanitarian impact
- Continuous coordination and learning with ASB
Why This Programme Matters
- Supports recovery in earthquake and conflict-affected areas
- Strengthens local livelihoods and economic resilience
- Restores essential water and hygiene infrastructure
- Promotes inclusion of marginalized populations
- Enhances role of local organizations in humanitarian response
- Builds long-term community resilience
Conclusion
This ASB initiative in Syria focuses on inclusive humanitarian recovery by combining food security, livelihoods, and WASH interventions with strong localization and protection principles. It prioritizes women-led, disability-focused, and youth organizations to ensure equitable participation and sustainable recovery in some of the most affected regions of the country.
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