Research Update No. 9 – December 2021

This edition of the CSF Research Update explores conflict-sensitive approaches in emergencies, Sudan’s humanitarian outlook, and natural resource management in Darfur.

• Conflict Sensitivity in Times of Crisis – A two-part blog series by CSF on why conflict sensitivity is crucial during crises and how aid actors can navigate volatile contexts effectively.
• Applying Conflict Sensitivity in Emergency Response – A foundational paper mapping good practices, key gaps, and ways to integrate conflict-sensitive approaches across the humanitarian programme cycle.
• Sudan’s Humanitarian Situation – A FEWS NET update and UNOCHA’s 2022 Humanitarian Needs Overview outlining the key drivers of food insecurity, displacement, and humanitarian needs across the country.
• Community Perspectives on Natural Resource Management – A study on incentives and barriers to community participation in resource management in North Darfur, offering insights for more effective interventions.
• Gender Evaluation in Blue Nile – Research on structural and cultural barriers to gender equality in WASH and protection projects, highlighting the challenges faced by women, men, and vulnerable groups.
• Socio-Economic Conditions in East Darfur and West Kordofan – An ILO study assessing labour markets, household vulnerabilities, and access to services to inform policies for host communities and displaced populations.

This research provides practical insights for aid actors, policymakers, and analysts working on humanitarian response, conflict sensitivity, and sustainable development in Sudan.

Read the full research update.