Distributions started in Qalqilya and Habla in April 2009, followed by Yatta, Hebron
and Nablus in May, targeting approximately 5,500 families (i.e., 31,000 individuals).
In partnership with Action Contre la Faim (ACF) and CRS, WFP ensures the distribution
of monthly food vouchers (value 200 NIS) to the selected beneficiaries.
The vouchers have a fixed cash value which can be exchanged against specific commodities
only (bread, milk, lebaneh, yogurt, white cheese and eggs) and in selected shops
located in the beneficiary’s neighborhood.
Through this programme, WFP aims at protecting the livelihoods of poor households
affected by the High Food Price crisis in urban areas of the oPt.
The programme also stimulates local markets and employment through the direct injection
of cash into the local economy, with a positive impact on local production, local
employment and small businesses.