The Share Trust conducted a study for FCDO's "Social Protection Technical Assistance, Advice and Resources (STAAR) Facility" examining the role of diverse local actors in gender-responsive and inclusive social protection systems, including in crisis contexts. Working with local researchers in six countries—Afghanistan, Kenya, Lebanon, Myanmar, Nepal, and Sudan—we identified barriers that limit local actor engagement and explored opportunities to strengthen their agency and leadership across social protection processes. Two synthesis reports and accompanying policy briefs present evidence-based recommendations for funding partners and international actors to support locally led social protection efforts.
Strengthening the Role of Local Actors in Gender Responsive and Inclusive Social Protection
Strengthening the Role of Local Actors in Social Protection in Crisis Context