Inter-Agency Standing Committee - IASC
The Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) is the primary mechanism for inter-agency coordination of humanitarian assistance. It is a unique forum involving the key UN and non-UN humanitarian partners. The IASC was established in June 1992 in response to United Nations General Assembly Resolution 46/182 on the strengthening of humanitarian assistance.
Region: Global
POLICY THEME: Emergencies and Rural Livelihoods
KEYWORDS: Disaster & emergency, Multi-stakeholder partnerships, Poverty, Resilience, Rural development, Rural livelihoods
FAO ROLE: Strategic Partner