PHALS commenced the implementation of the HOIFA intervention on December 15, 2024, marking a pivotal initiative to address the needs of vulnerable communities. As part of the intervention, PHALS developed a robust needs assessment questionnaire. To ensure its relevance and effectiveness, the questionnaire was shared with the Community Participation Unit (CPU) for refinement, incorporating feedback to address community-specific requirements. The needs assessment was conducted using KOBO Toolbox, a digital platform designed to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of data collection. To enable the effective use of this tool, an intensive training session was held on December 26, 2024, at the PHALS Training Center under the HOIFA TOGETHER 2.0 project. This session trained all six volunteers and two field officers, equipping them with the skills needed to conduct digital surveys, validate data authenticity, and streamline data submission processes to PHALS authorities. Following the training, the volunteers began the needs assessment process, focusing on the disaster-prone areas of Pekua Upazila and Cox’s Bazar Sadar in Cox’s Bazar District. On January 7, 2025, the PHALS team conducted a monitoring visit to Pekua Upazila to assess the progress of the intervention. The visit included three specific areas: Shorkari Ghuna in Pekua Sadar, Lomba Mura in Shikhali Union, and Jalia Para in Mognama Union. During the visit, the PHALS team closely observed the volunteers’ interactions with beneficiaries, their communication approaches, and their ability to address community needs effectively. This meticulous monitoring visit reaffirmed PHALS’s dedication to fostering strong community connections and ensuring the highest standards of implementation throughout the HOIFA intervention. Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GPayGtUcE/