Key Highlights:
In order to have a better understanding of the protection issues related to food assistance, a survey was conducted focusing on female beneficiaries as part of WFP’s relief food distribution in Bannu, the main area of displacement for NWA IDPs. A total of 75 females were interviewed ‐ 53 at food distribution points and 22 in their homes. Key findings include:
Almost all (99%) respondents mentioned that food provided by WFP is used for domestic consumption and is not sold.
Based on food consumption scores, 56 percent of families were found to have acceptable food consumption. 43 and 3 per‐ cent of the families showed borderline and poor food consumption; respectively. Food was being shared among extended family members as well, which is likely to have affected the food consumption level.
13 percent of female beneficiaries have used the established Grievance Desk mechanism to record their concerns.