Global Issues
Sharing Solutions to Poverty
Efforts to battle poverty in the United States can learn a lot from the developing world, and vice versa. Thankfully some of the barriers between these traditionally isolated domains are falling.
Tag: Africa
Human Rights
Leaving People Alone
Survival International helps tribal societies protect their land—and
their way of life—from encroachment and unwelcome development.
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Lessons in Scaling and Failing
The challenges of scaling up programs aimed at empowering adolescent girls in Bangladesh and Uganda.
Civic Engagement
Gaming Out Collective Action
Cultural factors, including gender norms, can have a decisive impact on efforts to build social cohesion in developing countries.
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Economic Development
On the Rise
A new book reminds pessimists that growing numbers of people around the world are wealthier and healthier than ever before.
Governance
Why Governance Matters for Stability in Iraq
Donors face an urgent and critical choice: continue to prioritize military initiatives, or invest more in improving governance.
Economic Development
Refugee Crisis: Capitalism to the Rescue?
Solving the problem means taking an inclusive approach to foster sustainable development in the countries of origin.
Economic Development
Encouraging Innovation Everywhere
Youth voices in resource-constrained environments suggest that understanding socio-economic context is an important factor in encouraging innovation.
Organizational Development
Optimizing International Corporate Volunteer Programs
Four steps to making a positive difference in the field—and developing valuable leadership skills along the way.
Impact Investing
Investing in Impact Off the Beaten Path
Two considerations for impact investors looking to extend their reach to fragile and conflict-afflicted markets—where the need for responsible capital is greatest.