The US aid cuts have left many people affected by crises in precarious situations. As decisions are taken about what humanitarian action looks like in a world with more need and less money it is critical that crisis-affected communities - not politics - are driving this transformation. 

A “participation revolution” is more needed than ever. The lack of progress to date is a symptom of disconnected approaches and systemic problems that cannot be addressed without clear goals, collective action and targeted advocacy.

Ground Truth Solutions and Community World Services Asia hosted the new Grand Bargain Community of Practice on participation, part of the next iteration of the Grand Bargain. We want these gatherings to be:

• A place for action and advocacy. We will work out how to make true participation  happen together.

• A place for evidence. Examples of good intentions or mechanisms is not enough. We will highlight evidence from around the world of what works when communities have more influence over decisions in times of crisis.

• A place to elevate voices. We will hear from diverse speakers and thinkers, and highlight views from the frontlines of crises.

• A place for accountability. We will hold ourselves and each other to account for making progress against our goals.

Any questions please get in touch with Heba Ibrahim or Sophie Tholstrup. The time for a participation revolution is now. Join us in accelerating progress.

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