Development Engagement Lab
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Trends in CSO funding: how does the UKโs bumpy trajectory compare to other European donors?
It might sound like an understatement for the UK development community to describe the previous five years as turbulent. In our new study we compared the trends in government funding…
IDC inquiry into disability inclusion: four key priorities for the government’s response
Last week, the International Development Committee (IDC) published its report and recommendations on the adequacy and effectiveness of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s (FCDO) work on disability inclusion. The…
The machines are coming for written applications and written reports. Are we ready?
…communities they are working in. Funders develop a more relational and human way of assessing and reporting. Suddenly, community members and people with lived experience of the issues discussing applications…
Support to vulnerable people in poverty set to be hit as many NGOs likely to fold in 6 monthsโ time without additional support
…are at risk. 43% of respondents to their latest survey report that their organisations will fold within six months, removing assistance to vulnerable people around the world living in countries…
From leader to laggard? Time for the G7 to protect human rights and the environment from corporate abuse
…to see the potential of binding obligations on companies and investors as the means to protect and fulfil our shared human rights. The 2022 G7 Employment Ministry Communiqué said: “Sustainable…
Bond statement in response to IDC session with the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs
…the UK’s 0.7% commitment are legal.” ENDS Notes to editor Aid NGOs today called for transparency around how the UK government is cutting its aid programmes: https://www.bond.org.uk/press-releases/2021/01/shrouded-in-secrecy-uk-aid-cuts-are-happening-behind-closed-doors-agencies The Secretary of…
The global network making parliaments more accessible
…can fully and equally participate. The Commonwealth Parliamentarians with Disabilities (CPwD) network, a global initiative from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), is helping to realise this vision. The network stands…
How can we get the UKโs domestic delivery of the SDGs back on track?
…supported by cross-sector action from business, civil society organisations and individuals to ensure the UK delivers on the commitments it made seven years ago, argues UN Global Compact Network UK…
Why is no one talking about safeguarding anymore?
…to talk through their practices and understand what they can do to improve what they are doing to help promote locally led development. The advisory group were honest and open…