International Development

It is time to connect our classrooms with the world.

Philanthropy & Funding

Supporting a Truly Participant-Centered Approach to Development

Resistance to unconditional cash transfers may be less about their effectiveness and applicability as a participant-focused programmatic strategy, and more about the development community’s vested interest in maintaining the status quo.

Economic Development

Kenyan Economy on the Run—and the Need to Take a Breath

By Shiko Gathuo 6

A growing economy appears to contribute little to most Kenyans’ quality of life. Why the government and outside investors need to rethink Kenya's education system and development model.

Environment

Making It Our Business to Conserve Ecosystems (Not Just Elephants)

By Marc Baker, Jo Anderson, & Joris de Vries 4

Existing forests and diverse ecosystems are arguably the world’s most valuable resources. How can we make preserving them worth our while?

Design Thinking

Impact Within Reach

By Cameron Conaway

A social enterprise in Myanmar uses design thinking to create products that reflect an up-close view of what small-plot farmers need.

Philanthropy & Funding

12 Common Criticisms of Philanthropy—and Some Answers

By Karl Zinsmeister 5

Critics have argued that charitable giving isn’t focused enough on the poor, isn’t sufficient to make a difference, is undemocratic, and more, but research—and history—show otherwise.

Education

Malia, the Rise of the Gap Year, and Ethical International Engagement

By Eric Hartman 11

International volunteerism often does more harm than good. A look at why the education sector needs to get serious about global development and human rights approaches.

Organizational Development

Three Keys to Unlocking Systems-Level Change

By Susan Misra & Jamaica Maxwell 8

Developing a systems mindset, identifying the right tool for the job, and paying attention to human dynamics can help leaders move from theory to action when facing complex social problems.