Local CSOs at the forefront of the COVID-19 response
In a new series, R4D is highlighting obstacles faced by local civil society organizations around the world during the pandemic and what donors and INGOs can do differently to support them. The series spotlights the work of ACED in Benin combating poverty and hunger, the Commonwealth Housing Group in Kenya helping people access better housing, Transparency International Rwanda fighting corruption, Asocación BPD in Guatemala working with Mayan communities to improve children’s nutrition, the Foundation for Civil Society in Tanzania providing grants and capacity building services to local CSOs that are combating poverty, and This-Ability in Kenya advocating for the rights and inclusion of women and girls with disabilities across the country.
5 ways to build resilient health systems and unlock challenges
To accelerate progress toward universal health coverage, the Kaduna state government in Nigeria introduced a contributory social health insurance scheme to reduce out-of-pocket payment for primary care services. But implementing a technical solution in a complex system of competing incentives and political dynamics can be challenging. Learn how they overcame key roadblocks.
Challenges of remote surveying during a pandemic
This two-part series delves into challenges and lessons learned in managing a remote surveying process in Tanzania. R4D and our data collection partner, EDI Global, surveyed 251 facilities to understand trends around the availability and stocking of pneumonia treatment and other essential medicines.
Domestic violence has spiked amid COVID. We need innovative solutions
A new report by the International Development Innovation Alliance serves as a call to action to further develop and scale innovative solutions to prevent gender-based violence (GBV) and address the root causes of gender inequality. The report identifies 62 innovations that are effectively tackling GBV.
Reimagining learning during a pandemic
The EdTech Hub, which R4D co-leads with other partners, recently held a panel discussion among education researchers, policymakers and implementers and discussed visions for a reimagined approach to learning in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
