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Central Evaluation of Conflict Sensitivity in Sida’s Development and Humanitarian Cooperation

Central Evaluation of Conflict Sensitivity in Sida’s Development and Humanitarian Cooperation

  • Year: 2026

  • Publication type: Central evaluation

  • Author: Andre Kahlmeyer, Filmon Hailu, Georgia Plank, Japhet Makongo, Johanna Lindström, Maria Hrimech, Nahla Arif, Samantha Smith

Summary

Purpose and use

This evaluation examines how Sida integrates conflict sensitivity across its strategies and operations, with the purpose of strengthening learning and improving how Sida’s work affects peace and conflict dynamics.

Conclusion

It finds that conflict sensitivity is increasingly embedded in Sida’s portfolio but applied unevenly across contexts. Stronger results emerge where analysis is continuous, partner capacity is high, and adaptation is proactive. Weak monitoring systems and inconsistent feedback loops limit learning and the ability to track outcomes or anticipate risks.

Recommendation

The evaluation recommends establishing minimum standards for conflict sensitivity across all strategies, ensuring regular context updates, strengthening monitoring, evaluation and learning systems with simple indicators, and proactively addressing recurring risks such as gender backlash, unequal targeting, and challenges linked to country exits.

  • Topic: Democracy and human rightsEconomic developmentPeaceful societiesHumanitarian assistanceGender equalityEnvironment and climate

  • Geographic area: Global

  • Language: English

  • Publication number: 2026:2a-c

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