# VAM Resource Centre

> Knowledge base documentation for VAM Resource Centre.

## v2

- [What is Food Security](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/what-is-food-and-nutrition-security.md)
- [Why and How is Food Security Measured](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/how-to.md)
- [The 72-Hour Assessment Approach](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/the-72-hour-assessment-approach.md)
- [Essential Needs Assessments](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/essential-needs-guidelines.md)
- [Urban Assessments Technical Guidance Sheet](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/urban-assessments-technical-guidance-sheet.md)
- [Data Quality Guidance](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/data-quality-guidance.md)
- [Gap Analysis](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/gap-analysis.md)
- [Joint Approach to Nutrition and Food Security Assessment (JANSFA)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/jansfa-technical-guidance-for-the-joint-approach-to-nutrition-and-food-security-assessment-october-2016.md)
- [Crop and Food Security Assessment Missions (CFSAM)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/cfsam-faowfp-joint-guidelines-for-crop-and-food-security-assessment-missions-2009.md)
- [Joint Analysis Framework (JAF)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/wfp-unhcr-joint-analysis-framework-jaf.md)
- [Joint Assessment Mission (JAM)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/joint-assessment-mission-jam-guidelines.md)
- [Integrated Context Analysis (ICA)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/integrated-context-analysis-ica.md)
- [Nutrition Vulnerability Analysis (NVA) guidance](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/nva-guidance.md)
- [Nutrition Assessments](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/nutrition-assessments-1.md)
- [Market Analysis Guidelines](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/market-analysis-guidelines.md)
- [Market Functionality Index - Sampling Guidance](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/market-functionality-index-sampling-guidance.md)
- [Market Functionality Index - Practical Guidance](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/market-functionality-index-practical-guidance.md)
- [SHAPES](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/shapes.md)
- [Republique Centrafricaine MEB Alimentaire](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/republique-centrafricaine-meb-alimentaire.md)
- [Collecting Prices for Food Security Programming](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/collecting-prices-for-food-security-programming.md)
- [Food Price Forecasting and Alert for Price Spikes](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/food-price-forecasting-and-alert-for-price-spikes.md)
- [Guide de l’analyse des marchés pour les programmes de transferts monétaires](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/guide-de-lanalyse-des-marchés-pour-les-programmes-de-transferts-monétaires.md)
- [Exchange Rate Monitoring Guidance Note](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/exchange-rate-monitoring-guidance-note.md)
- [ALPS - Calculation and Use of the Alert for Price Spikes Indicator](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/alps-calculation-and-use-of-the-alert-for-price-spikes-indicator.md)
- [Gender and Markets Initiative for West and Central Africa](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/gender-and-markets-initiative-for-west-and-central-africa.md)
- [Gender and Food Security Analysis](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/gender-and-food-security-analysis.md)
- [Integrated Context Analysis (ICA)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/integrated-context-analysis-ica-2.md)
- [Asset Impact Monitoring from Space (AIMS)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/asset-impact-monitoring-system-aims.md)
- [Climate Analysis](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/climate-analysis.md)
- [Seasonal Monitoring/Outlook](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/seasonal-monitoringoutlook.md)
- [Triggers Models for Anticipatory Action](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/triggers-models-for-anticipatory-action.md)
- [Natural Hazards Risk Analysis](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/natural-hazards-risk-analysis.md)
- [Mapping and Geospatial Analysis in Emergency](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/mapping-and-geospatial-analysis-in-emergency.md)
- [Advanced Disaster Analysis & Mapping (ADAM)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/advanced-disaster-analysis-mapping.md)
- [Humanitarian Data Cube (HDC)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/humanitarian-data-cube-hdc.md)
- [Platform for Real-Time Impact Situation Monitoring (PRISM)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/platform-for-real-time-impact-situation-monitoring.md)
- [Prioritisation of Humanitarian Assistance (2025)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/prioritisation-considerations.md)
- [T&P: Conflict-Affected Contexts (2026)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/tp-conflict-affected-contexts.md)
- [T&P: Emergency Contexts (2025)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/targeting-and-registration-in-emergencies.md)
- [COVID-19 Targeting Guidance (2020)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/covid-19-targeting-guidance.md)
- [Inclusive Targeting and Prioritization Processes (2025)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/inclusive-targeting-guidance.md)
- [WFP-UNHCR Joint Targeting Guidance](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/wfp-unhcr-joint-targeting-guidance.md)
- [Bench. 4: Targeting Strategy](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/bench-4-targeting-strategy.md)
- [Bench. 14: TWG](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/bench-14-twg.md)
- [#5 - Undue Influence in Targeting](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/5-undue-influence-in-targeting.md)
- [#4 - Considerations on HEA for Targeting and Prioritization](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/4-considerations-on-hea-for-targeting-and-prioritization.md)
- [#3 - Targeting Analysis with ROC Curves](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/3-targeting-analysis-with-roc-curves.md)
- [#2 - Targeting Error Measurement](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/2-targeting-error-measurement.md)
- [#1 - Outcome Indicators in Targeting](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/1-outcome-indicators-in-targeting.md)
- [Targeting Documentation Requirements](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/documentation-requirements.md)
- [Budgeting for Targeting](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/budgeting-for-targeting.md)
- [Social Cohesion Score](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/social-cohesion-score.md)
- [Social Cohesion Technical Note](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/social-cohesion-technical-note.md)
- [HES - Household Expenditure Surveys](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/hes-household-expenditure-surveys.md)
- [Food Consumption Score](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/food-consumption-score.md)
- [Food Consumption Score Nutritional Quality Analysis (FCS-N)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/food-consumption-score-nutritional-quality-analysis-fcs-n.md)
- [Household Dietary Diversity Score (HDDS)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/household-dietary-diversity-score-hdds.md)
- [Reduced Coping Strategies Index](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/reduced-coping-strategies-index.md)
- [Livelihood Coping Strategies – Food Security](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/livelihood-coping-strategies-food-security.md)
- [Household Hunger Scale (HHS)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/household-hunger-scale-hhs.md)
- [Debt Indicators](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/debt-indicators.md)
- [Food Expenditure Share (FES)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/food-expenditure-share.md)
- [The Consolidated Approach for Reporting Indicators of Food Security (CARI)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/the-consolidated-approach-for-reporting-indicators-of-food-security-cari.md)
- [Livelihood Coping Strategies – Essential Needs](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/livelihood-coping-strategies-essential-needs.md)
- [Economic Capacity to Meet Essential Needs (ECMEN)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/economic-capacity-to-meet-essential-needs-ecmen.md)
- [Multidimensional Deprivation Index (MDDI)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/multidimensional-deprivation-index-mddi.md)
- [Perceived Needs Indicators](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/perceived-needs-indicators.md)
- [Proportion of children 6-23 months of age who receive a minimum acceptable diet (MAD)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/proportion-of-children-6-23-months-of-age-who-receive-a-minimum-acceptable-diet-mad.md)
- [Minimum Dietary Diversity for Women (MDD-W)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/minimum-dietary-diversity-for-women-mdd-w.md)
- [Proportion of target population who participate in an adequate number of distributions (adherence)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/proportion-of-target-population-who-participate-in-an-adequate-number-of-distributions-adherence.md)
- [Proportion of eligible population reached by nutrition preventive programme (coverage)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/proportion-of-eligible-population-reached-by-nutrition-preventive-programme-coverage.md)
- [Proportion of the population in targeted communities reporting environmental benefits (Environmental Benefit Indicator – EBI)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/proportion-of-the-population-in-targeted-communities-reporting-environmental-benefits-environmental-benefit-indicator-ebi.md)
- [Shock Exposure Index (SEI)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/shock-exposure-index-sei.md)
- [Resilience Capacity Score (RCS)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/resilience-capacity-score-rcs.md)
- [Engagement in Income Generation (EIG)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/engagement-in-income-generation-eig.md)
- [Percentage of targeted smallholder farmers reporting increased production of nutritious crops.](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/percentage-of-targeted-smallholder-farmers-reporting-increased-production-of-nutritious-crops.md)
- [Average percentage of smallholder post-harvest losses at the storage stage](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/average-percentage-of-smallholder-post-harvest-losses-at-the-storage-stage.md)
- [Number of women, men, boys and girls with disabilities accessing WFP transfers](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/number-of-women-men-boys-and-girls-with-disabilities-accessing-wfp-transfers.md)
- [Accessible information about WFP programmes, including PSEA](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/accessible-information-about-wfp-programmes-including-psea.md)
- [Percentage of beneficiaries who report being treated with respect](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/percentage-of-beneficiaries-who-report-being-treated-with-respect.md)
- [Percentage of no barriers to accessing food and nutrition assistance](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/percentage-of-no-barriers-to-accessing-food-and-nutrition-assistance.md)
- [Percentage of beneficiaries reporting no safety concerns experienced](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/percentage-of-beneficiaries-reporting-no-safety-concerns-experienced.md)
- [Household Decision Making](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/household-decision-making.md)
- [Percentage of targeted households assisted with their chosen account type](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/percentage-of-targeted-households-assisted-with-their-chosen-account-type.md)
- [Secondary Data Review](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/gender-and-markets-in-west-africa-2016-list-of-secondary-data-sources.md)
- [Assessment Calendar](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/assessment-calendar.md)
- [Assessment Budgets](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/budget-template.md)
- [Assessment Terms of Reference (TOR)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/terms-of-reference-tor-assessment-objectives.md)
- [Terms of References (TORs) for Short-Term Staff](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/terms-of-reference.md)
- [Analysis Plan](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/analysis-plan.md)
- [Assessment Timeline](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/assessment-timeline.md)
- [Implementing an mVAM Survey: Key Steps and Considerations](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/implementing-an-mvam-survey.md)
- [Planning a Nutrition Vulnerability Analysis (NVA)](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/planning-a-nutrition-vulnerability-analysis-nva.md)
- [RAM Information Management Ecosystem](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/ram-information-management-ecosystem.md)
- [Integrating MUAC in Household Surveys](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/integrating-muac-in-household-surveys.md)
- [ODK Introduction](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/odk-introduction.md)
- [Import forms to ODK Aggregate](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/import-forms-to-odk-aggregate.md)
- [ODK Aggregate](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/odk-aggregate.md)
- [ODK Collect](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/odk-collect.md)
- [Designing Survey Using Xls-form](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/designing-survey-using-xls-form.md)
- [Data Collection Modes](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/data-collection-modes.md)
- [Field Protocols and Supervision](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/field-protocols-and-supervision.md)
- [Qualitative Data Collection](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/qualitative-data-collection.md)
- [Nutrition Vulnerability Analysis (NVA) Key Informant Interviews](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/nutrition-vulnerability-analysis-nva-key-informant-interviews.md)
- [Data Management](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/vam-data-management.md)
- [RAM Guidelines on Using Data Library for Household Survey Data](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/ram-guidelines-on-using-data-library-for-household-survey-data.md)
- [Data Library Demo](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/data-library-demo.md)
- [Data Library Guidance](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/data-library-guidance.md)
- [DataBridges](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/data-bridges.md): Data Bridges streamlines data collection and analysis, ensuring quality and standardisation for WFP's market insights and performance monitoring.
- [Data Cleaning](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/steps-to-creating-anonymous-ids.md)
- [Data Sharing and Protection](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/data-sharing-and-protection.md)
- [Quantitative Data Analysis](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/quantitative-data-analysis.md)
- [Nutrition Indicators to Include in ‘New Emergencies’](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/nutrition-indicators-to-include-in-new-emergencies.md)
- [Qualitative Data Analysis](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/qualitative-data-analysis.md)
- [Qualitative Data Analysis for Essential Needs Assessments](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/qualitative-data-analysis-for-ena.md)
- [Qualitative Data Collection For Nutrition](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/qualitative-data-collection-for-nutrition.md)
- [Stata Software](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/stata-software.md)
- [Procuring SPSS Software](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/spss-software.md)
- [Report Writing](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/report-writing.md)
- [WFP Data Visualization Guideline](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/data-visualization-guidance.md)
- [Communication Channels](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/communication-channels.md)
- [VAM Related Research](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/vam-related-research.md)
- [Process Monitoring Data Collection Tools and Resources](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/process-monitoring.md)
- [Courses - Boost your VAM skills with e-learning](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/courses.md)
- [Give Feedback](https://vamresources.manuals.wfp.org/docs/give-feedback.md)