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In the face of declining global growth, protect and invest in civil society
The risk of a worldwide recession may have receded but medium-term risks to the global economy abound. Focus is justifiably on macroeconomic policies that can help nations weather the impact of protracted below-average growth; however, parallel attention should be paid to the effects of slow growth on key social and civic institutions, namely...

More than a catchphrase? Locally led development and the future of aid
At Pact we think being locally led is more than a set of tools and practices. Being locally led is a mindset, a process and a commitment. And, we think we should be transparent in how we operationalize the concept. This year we published the results of our internal global assessment in the hopes that our transparency – in how we are doing,...
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Three ways to boost community engagement to achieve the Global Goals
Over seven years ago, all United Nations Member States adopted the Sustainable Development Goals, the SDGs, a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that by 2030 all people enjoy peace and prosperity. An ambitious set of 17 goals for the world, they recognize that development must balance social, economic and...

For a young mother in Namibia, a path to empowerment through DREAMS
Emily was 15 years old when she first became a mother and states that for many years “life was not easy.” She is now 23 and lives in Sauyemwa, an informal settlement in Rundu, northern Namibia. Emily has survived by selling goods to government pensioners, but the income is not reliable. She has endured regular violence from her boyfriend who she...
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To engage Cambodia’s youth in socioeconomic rights, ‘Youth Ambassadors’ lead the way
In Cambodia, reaching youth can be a challenge, but this is exactly what the Pact-led WE Act project needed to do. Funded by USAID, WE Act works to support and empower young women entrepreneurs and youth so they can succeed in business, contribute to their communities and engage constructively in accessing their socioeconomic rights.

Sustainable fishing and quality fish processing: Unlocking the potential of Malawi's fisheries
Fisheries in Malawi are not only a valuable resource that contributes to food security but also play a vital role in livelihoods and economic development. Post-harvest loss, or fish that are discarded or sold at very low cost due to quality or other considerations, threatens fisheries’ role as a potential pathway out of poverty for many in the...

Pact’s Capacity Solutions Platform: Using technology for sustainable, community-led development
The international development community has long recognized capacity development as a key to sustainable progress, yet the data that is collected to measure and evaluate this process has often been inconsistent and only available to top decision-makers in international organizations.

Enhancing collaboration and harnessing the power of data: Lessons from ACHIEVE Tanzania data summits
Data holds immense power. It is the cornerstone of our accountability, illuminates our path, informs our decisions and shapes the trajectory of programs and strategies. In the context of HIV and orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) service delivery in Tanzania, data use is pivotal in accelerating the achievement of outcomes.

Q&A: Regional leadership discuss Africa Day, opportunities and challenges
Each year on May 25, Africa Day commemorates the Organisation of African Unity’s founding and celebrates African unity and identity.

Community-based natural resource management: A lynchpin in the fight against climate change and environmental degradation
Deforestation. Overfishing. Habitat destruction. Climate change. These are just some of the serious environmental challenges faced by people around the world. While solutions must be multifaceted, local communities should always play a key role in the responsible management of critical natural resources. This is the essence of community-based...
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