Section 5: Plan Development
Plan Development
Anticipatory actions are most effective when guided by a pre-agreed Early Action Protocol (EAP) — a document that outlines what actions will be taken, by whom, and with what resources before a hazard occurs. National Societies with a validated EAP are eligible to access the Anticipatory Pillar of the DREF, and where feasible, the RCRC network advocates for government anticipatory action frameworks.
Early Action Protocol (EAP) Requirements
EAPs require clearly defined hazard impacts, triggers, roles, and responsibilities, as well as pre-allocated funding to ensure timely pre-positioning, readiness and anticipatory action implementation within the IFRC DREF mechanism. The National Societies also encouraged to integrate and align to regional and national anticipatory action frameworks and plans whenever possible.
Draft & Validate EAP
This section explores the EAP narrative and budget templates, as well as monitoring and evaluation recommendations, which are critical for ensuring the effectiveness and accountability of anticipatory action.
EAP Templates
Supporting Documents
Monitoring & Evaluation for AA Plan
Good anticipatory action depends on knowing whether it worked. Monitoring and evaluation gives your National Society the evidence to show what was achieved, account to communities and funders, and strengthen future early action. This section brings together guidance and tools for planning M&E, monitoring your Early Action Protocol, and assessing impact.