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
Topics: Humanitarian Aid
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
Global development needs to focus on reducing barriers, not increasing donations
While donations can sometimes be helpful, achieving prosperity requires changing the underlying business models that make needed products and services inaccessible.
June 10, 2021
COVID was a test the world failed. How can we better ensure sustainable prosperity?
Emerging economies weren't prepared for the trials COVID-19 brought. Discover why moving forward will require a paradigm shift.
May 26, 2021