The DEC’s research and learning agenda identifies key subject areas to investigate through our research activities. These topics cover the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing the humanitarian sector including accountability to affected communities, climate change, localisation, safeguarding and cash support.

The DEC launched an appeal to help vulnerable communities in eight countries survive the Covid-19 pandemic. This appeal is now closed and all funds have been spent.

The DEC's Director of Programmes and Accountability explains how international aid has changed in recent years.