Funding

Taking a ‘high-touch’, high-tech, and human-centred approach to microfinance is helping to close the gap created by limited access to smartphones and internet connectivity, low digital literacy and mistrust in technology. And it is women and other underrepresented groups who are benefiting the most.

It seems clear that it’s time for a new approach to financing for sustainable development rooted in justice and human rights. The Fourth International Financing for Sustainable Development Conference poses a great chance to get back on track.

Without the right funding, there is simply no way that an NGO can put their values into action. Therefore, a good funding strategy is the bridge between our values and ideas, and to carry out the action needed to turn them into reality.

Underneath every payment or FX transaction made by NGOs, there is a raft of activity going on behind the scenes to keep NGOs and their partners safe. John Sam-Kubam takes us through the process

Following the publication of their latest study, Huib Huyse and Lara Helsen of HIVA-KU Leuven look at what other European countries have in common with the tumultuous development cooperation trajectory of the UK over the previous five years.

While attracting and retaining donors may seem like a daunting task, it is essential for the success of any grant-seeking organisation. Here, MzN International delve into the importance of breaking into new donors and offer advice on how small and medium-sized NGOs can navigate this process effectively.