Introducting anticipatory action: A feasibility study for Malteser International

This report, the abridged public version of an internal report commissioned by Malteser International (MI) in 2023, presents the key results of a feasibility study on Anticipatory Action (AA) for the organization. In the current landscape of humanitarian aid and disaster response, AA entails shifting from reactive to proactive approaches, from crisis management to risk reduction, and from dependency to empowerment. The feasibility study finds that Anticipatory Action - a robust, dignified approach to addressing vulnerabilities - closely aligns with MI's vision, priorities, experiences, and future direction, making it a sensible approach for the organization.

In addition the study finds the following:

• Anticipatory Action is a rubust, dignified approach to addressing vulnerabilities and is consistent with Malteser International's vision;
• Anticipatory Action enables Malteser International to leverage key institutional strengths;
• Engaging in Anticipatory Action helps to sharpen Malteser International's humanitarian profile.