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Colombia at a glance: The Regional Humanitarian Pooled Fund (RHPF LAC) - June 2026
By UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs at ReliefWeb
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
. Why the Regional Humanitarian Fund Matters The Regional Humanitarian Pooled Fund for Latin America and the Caribbean (RHPF LAC) was established in 2024, with a Country Envelope in Colombia. The Regional Humanitarian Fund provides a flexible and cost-effective way to expand funding to more local pa
Key takeaway 9 million people require humanitarian assistance, with 2.
Why this matters
The Regional Humanitarian Pooled Fund for Latin America and the Caribbean's establishment of a Country Envelope in Colombia highlights the critical need for flexible and cost-effective funding mechanisms in disaster-prone and conflict-affected regions. Colombia's complex humanitarian crisis, driven by armed conflict, disasters, and migration flows, necessitates a tailored response that addresses the specific needs of vulnerable populations. The fund's focus on supporting local partners and fostering fair partnerships is particularly significant, as it enables local and national actors to gain recognition and improve their performance. As the situation in Colombia is expected to worsen with the onset of El Niño, the Humanitarian Country Team's shift towards a localized and community-centered framework is a strategic necessity. By allocating multi-sectoral aid directly to severely affected municipalities, the team can ensure that life-saving resources address acute protection, health, and mobility needs in line with community priorities, ultimately saving lives and reducing suffering.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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