Locus: The Point of International Development
About
Locus is a coalition of organizations dedicated to advancing evidence-based solutions to global development challenges that are integrated, driven by local communities, and based on shared measures.
Integrated Development
Local Solutions
Local communities understand their needs and what works in their communities better than anyone. Ensuring they are a driver of change is key to sustainability.
Shared Measurement
By working with a common set of indicators and tools, we can better share and compare results and lessons, identifying the most effective solutions to development challenges.
Our History
In 2013, Pact had a vision for changing the way development worked on a fundamental level. We believed that integrated, local solutions were how we could help achieve transformation in people's lives.
But Pact alone couldn’t shift the tide toward integrated, local solutions. We needed partners willing to speak with one voice.
That’s when an idea sparked. If we could convene like-minded organizations, together we could gather evidence to support integrated programming and change the way development programs are funded, designed and evaluated.
After more than 50 conversations with implementing organizations, foundations, donors and others, Pact convened the first official meeting of Locus in 2014.
Partners
Today, we have 12 partners that represent more than $1 billion in annual revenue.
Core Members
Associate Members
