The Importance of Learning from “Effects of Causes” and “Causes of Effects” in International Development

In the future, international development organizations and donors should continue with forward causal questioning that leads to learning from immediate development programming experiences but should also prioritize reverse causal reasoning that leads to learning from reflection and broader investigation of a holistic causal chain involved in a development program’s outcomes.

To Celebrate International Day of Democracy, Remember Strengthening Democracy Requires Civic Action

On International Day of Democracy, we recognize that citizen-responsive governments provide economic prosperity, improve social well-being, protect minorities and vulnerable populations, among other impactful benefits.

U.S. International Development Finance Corporation

U.S. International Development Finance Corporation

U.S. International Development Finance Corporation

US International Development Finance Corporation

A Case for Gender Equality on this Day and Every Day

Despite remarkable progress, gender inequality and disempowerment still persist and are a root cause of many barriers to sustainable development around the world.

Launching InterAction’s “Big Think” on U.S. Global Food Security Response

In 2020, the number of people unable to afford a healthy diet around the world rose by 112 million to…

Tech for Development: Sierra Leone’s Path to Educational Excellence

In the heart of Sierra Leone, a remarkable transformation is taking shape. This isn’t a revival born out of strife;…

“We Didn’t Realize the Harm We Were Doing”

January 24 marks the International Day of Education, which celebrates the integral role that education plays in peace and…