My remarks at the Capitol Hill reception organized by Unlock Aid and partners
In April 2023, dozens of innovators spoke with lawmakers in Washington, DC about the need for more innovations in global development. These are my remarks.
May 4, 2023
Topics: Humanitarian Aid
Is global development anti-development?
There are many important initiatives in global development, but few will have as transformational impact on the sector as the Fostering Innovation in Global Development Act.
May 1, 2023
Three ways the United States can truly be “all in on Africa’s future”
The world would be an incredibly better place with an Africa that no longer receives aid, but that elevates itself to a significant trading partner.
Dec 20, 2022
The USAID’s Africa Localization Initiative may have unintended consequences
Without focusing on what capabilities local organizations are going to build, USAID’s Africa Localization Initiative could create more dependence.
Oct 18, 2022
What Somalia’s Impending Famine Teaches Us About Addressing Donor Fatigue
To avoid donor fatigue Somalia needs both emergency assistance to address immediate crises, and investments that create long term solutions.
Sept 7, 2022
3 development lessons from America’s longest war
The War in Afghanistan teaches us critical lessons for how to help low- and middle-income nations develop. Here are three.
Oct 13, 2021
Three reasons anti-poverty programs don’t work, and how there’s a better way
Why do so many anti-poverty programs not work? Perhaps being too focused on solving one problem, organizations miss out on the big picture of poverty as a systems problem. Based on our research at the Institute, there is...
Sept 14, 2021
A new normal worth pursuing: Why COVID created the conditions to solve pervasive problems like poverty
By harnessing the global community’s collective ability to solve difficult problems, we will emerge more capable than ever to combat poverty
July 26, 2021
Not all charity is created equal: 3 questions charitable organizations need to ask themselves
Charitable organizations need to be thoughtful about their actions in order to ensure they have the positive impact they intend.
July 8, 2021
Video: When it comes to spurring economic development, one type of innovation reigns supreme
Innovations play a critical role in building strong, robust economies. But which innovations are most effective at laying the foundation for sustainable development?
June 17, 2021