UNHCR 50by35 Monitoring Framework

Methodology, Baseline, and Monitoring Indicators for Refugee Self-Reliance

Author

World Bank / UNHCR Joint Team

Published

June 28, 2026

0.1 About This Document

This book documents the methodology developed jointly by the World Bank and UNHCR to operationalize the 50by35 vision: that 50 percent of refugees in protracted crises are self-reliant by 2035.

It covers the conceptual framework, indicator definitions, data requirements, baseline estimation methodology, and ongoing monitoring procedures.

Status: This is a living document under active development. See the contributor guide before making changes.