Provision of Priority Emergency Shelter NFI and Plastic Sheets to newly displaced people affected by El Nino flooding in Baidoa, Bay Region, Somalia ltpgtAgency for Minority Rights and Development (AMARD) proposes to provide priority emergency life-saving assistance to 2,700 households (16,200 persons) in Baidoa facing the effects of flood due to El Niño-induced. The proposed initiative included distributing standard Non-Food Items (NFIs) kits with 2 additional plastic sheets to 2,700 households who in coordination with other Cluster Members including CCCM will be selected from the most vulnerable groups such as those living in poor shelter conditions, persons with disabilities, households with a large number of children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years, female-headed households, GBV survivors as referred by protection partners, and people from marginalized groups. lt/pgtltpgtEach NFI kit will contain core items including 1 pcs of Plastic sheet (4m x 5m), 3 pcs of Blanket (1.5m x 2.0m), 2 pcs of Sleeping mat (1.8m x 0.9m), Assorted standard Kitchen set, 1 pcs of Mosquito net (1.8m X1.6m X 1.5m), a portable Solar lamp, and 2 pcs of 10ltrs Jerry cans  each. The plastic sheets will help the beneficiaries to improve their shelter conditions and protect them from harsh weather. The same households will receive both standard NFI kits and Plastic Sheets. Data collected to inform beneficiary selection will be disaggregated by gender and disability to ensure that no group is left out.ltbrgtltbrgtlt/pgtltpgtAs part of the distribution process, full beneficiary details will be captured alongside their contact telephone numbers and location information to facilitate future ME and impact evaluation processes. Utilizing its field expertise, AMARD will ensure safe distribution of NFIs through a transparent selection of beneficiaries, promoting the active participation of beneficiaries in all project phases and equitable inclusion of the different fabrics of the target community.ltbrgtltbrgtlt/pgtltpgtAMARD is committed to preventing aid diversion by strengthening its risk management measures. To this end, it will store aid supplies in secure facilities with limited access, track their movement from receipt to distribution, monitor aid activities to identify potential risks and use a transparent process to select and register beneficiaries. AMARD will also educate beneficiaries about their rights and entitlements, and the fact that no conditions are attached to the aid provided. AMARD will also enforce its established code of conduct for staff and partners, and its whistle-blower and fraud prevention policies.lt/pgtltpgtltbrgtTo mainstream protection and ensure that the unique needs of women, men, boys and girls are addressed during distribution processes and will adopt a number of strategies. These include establishing separate queuing lines for men and women, where necessary, and ensuring the presence of female team members at distribution sites to foster inclusion. Additionally, special arrangements will be made for the delivery of items to persons living with disabilities and all distribution activities will take place during daylight. lt/pgtltpgtDistribution sites and access routes will be safe with enough space for orderly and safe distribution. AMARD will actively engage women in all project phases and decision-making processes while being mindful of prevailing cultural norms. The existing Complaint and Feedback Mechanism (CFM) will be utilized at all phases of the project to ensure accountability to the affected population. Periodic meetings will be organized with community leaders and representatives from beneficiaries to discuss project activities and document any specific issues or feedback raised. AMARD will coordinate with other humanitarian programs by other partners to ensure value for money and maximize the efficiency of the response.ltbrgtlt/pgt