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HumanitarianOps
Cross-cutting / MEAL
Output
Yes / No

Indicator

Presence of a functioning, safe and accessible complaints and feedback mechanism

Definition & calculation

Verify against a defined checklist that multiple channels exist, are known and accessible to different groups, capture and route cases (including sensitive ones), and generate documented responses.

Means of verification

CFM standard operating procedures, mechanism audit/spot check, community consultation records

Interpretation

Typical reporting frequency: Monthly or quarterly

Guidance & common pitfalls

'Yes' requires evidence the mechanism is actually used and safe, not merely that a suggestion box or hotline exists; assess accessibility for women, children, and persons with disabilities. Binary indicator — no numerator/denominator.

This library is a curated reference to adapt, aligned generically with recognised humanitarian frameworks (Sphere, cluster registries, IASC, CHS and others). It is not an official indicator registry — always use the exact indicator definitions your donor or cluster requires.

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