Are we overlooking the capacity of local NGOs? My guest post on The Broker Online argues that rather than being the lowest common denominator of international assistance, local indigenous organizations should be regarded as the fundamental unit of effective development aid.[...]
Posts Tagged ‘South Africa’
March 17th, 2011 - 6:25 am § in Good Practice, Guest Bloggers
The wisdom of dlalanathi: Reflections on organizational growth
South African child-focused NGO, dlalanathi, reflects on the critical elements of their organization’s success and offers advice to other organizations in the midst of growth or change.[...]
Changing the aid system: 5 more ideas from the inside
A continuing list of 5 more ideas for changes in international development policy and practice. "Development policy needs to be kept real."[...]
Changing the aid system: 5 ideas from the inside
We all know it’s easier to identify problems and critique. Here’s a starting list of 5 ideas for changes in international development policy and practice. [...]
August 13th, 2010 - 3:08 pm § in Reflection & Rumination
Our Most Important Job
“The kids in Africa were soooo amazing and so darn cute.” And so, the smoke poured out of my ears before I could even have my morning coffee.[...]
July 28th, 2010 - 2:34 pm § in Guest Bloggers, Reflection & Rumination
A Heartbreaker
Yes, the paradigm of development can break our hearts. But everyday, we have a choice. Will we slump into the system? Or will we challenge the parts of it that prevent us from feeling and exhibiting compassion?[...]
