2017 – UNICEF’s social policy unit produced this document to answer those basic questions about cash transfers, to illustrate what UNICEF does, and provide evidence and research from inside and outside the organization to support activities in countries. The first part gives a brief background of why cash transfers matter for children, how UNICEF has engaged with cash transfers globally and what opportunities and challenges exist. The second part outlines a cycle of four broad areas
where UNICEF works. This document seeks to give a range of options and activities to improve the lives of children and families. It investigates 19 concrete activities undertaken by UNICEF Country Offices that could contribute to the introduction, expansion and improvement of cash transfers. For each activity, the document describes potential approaches and considerations, along with country examples and links to key resources which provide more detailed guidance and information about each aspect of the work.