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Global Development

Empowering Civil Society

A Crisis Beyond COVID-19

Every September 15, the world comes together for a day of reflection on the struggle for democracy. Set against the backdrop of COVID-19, we view…
Andy Wilson
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Sep 15, 2020
Empowering Civil Society

From Difficulty Comes Strength

Every year on August 12, the United Nations celebrates International Youth Day to highlight the value that youth bring to the international sphere. However,…
Luci Meade
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Aug 11, 2020
Global Development

Political Activism Among Cape Town Youth

Last year, Forbes Magazine listed Cape Town, South Africa, as one of the most popular bucket list destinations on earth. Describing the city as…
Hinal Patel
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Aug 10, 2020
Global Development

NGO Recommendations On USDFC

InterAction Members urge the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to prioritize and fully implement its development mandate and focus on international best practices to…
Lindsey Doyle
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Aug 5, 2020
Global Development

Solidarity While Separated

Friendship looks different right now. Gone for the time being are the days of showing physical affection, gathering together frequently, and sharing meals. Yet, at…
Hannah Grierson
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Jul 30, 2020
Global Development

More Than Our Words

Today, we celebrate Nelson Mandela’s 102nd birthday. A revolutionary, statesman, and humanitarian, we remember Mandela for his commitment to social justice and democracy. As South…
Jon Blum
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Jul 16, 2020
Humanitarian Coordination & Practice

Six Books About Human Rights You Should Read

Book lists are nothing new. Yet, with COVID-19 lockdowns, people are spending more time in their homes than ever. We asked our InterAction colleagues to…
Jeremy Doran
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Jul 1, 2020
Global Development

The Urgency of Green Recovery from COVID-19

The COVID-19 origin story is still unfolding. From bats to potentially a pangolin, to humans in wildlife markets in Wuhan, to Naples, to Cairo,…
Lindsey Doyle
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Jun 5, 2020
Crises & Countries in Conflict

COVID-19 Global Aftershocks

COVID-19 has now been reported in nearly every country around the globe, including many developing countries with limited capacity to effectively control, treat, and eventually…
Kelsey Harris
Sara Nitz Nolan
Jun 1, 2020
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