Back from Ebola's front lines, a doctor shares her experience
How was it like volunteering to help with the Ebola response in one of the worst-hit countries in West Africa? We asked Monica Rull, who served as a medical coordinator for MSF in Sierra Leone.
4 ways to ensure the success of innovative campaigns
With still a few days left before it ends, a unique campaign launched to galvanize support for Australian foreign aid is well on its way to meeting its target. How? We spoke to its campaign manager.
In Maldives, a country-led youth entrepreneurship movement blooms
The Maldivian government will soon announce the winners of its first-ever youth-focused startup competition. Devex spoke to the "father" of the Getset program on how this could transform the island nation's economy.
Where the focus on human trafficking is heading
Despite the widespread negative impact of the allegations against anti-trafficking icon Somaly Mam, the controversy has a silver lining: It sparked renewed global interest in addressing human trafficking and modern slavery. A Devex analysis.
World Bank safeguards will see a third round of consultations
The World Bank's safeguards — the regulations used to protect people and the environment affected by bank projects — will undergo a third round of stakeholder consultations. The executive board review won't take place until fall 2015, but critics of the safeguards believe the delay is well worth the wait.
Supporting social entrepreneurship to address poverty in South Asia
Social enterprises in South Asia will soon have access to up to $250,000 in grant funding. How? We spoke to the SAARC Development Fund chief, who shared details about this new program.
Let Girls Learn: Obamas focus new initiative on empowering adolescents
The Peace Corps will train volunteers and thousands of community leaders to become champions of girls' education and empowerment around the globe, as part of an integrated, global initiative that U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama are announcing Tuesday.
Coal debate firing up in Congress
Legislators stake their claim against the Obama administration's push for more environmentally friendly coal policies abroad.
Can mental health services spur economic growth in Ebola-affected West Africa?
The World Bank, Liberia and Japan are partnering on a project designed to provide psychological support to Ebola-devastated communities. Can the new partnership enable economic recovery in the region?
Inside Development
Back from Ebola's front lines, a doctor shares her experience
How was it like volunteering to help with the Ebola response in one of the worst-hit countries in West Africa? We asked Monica Rull, who served as a medical coordinator for MSF in Sierra Leone.
Global Views
Raising the age of marriage in Malawi
The unanimous passage of the Divorce, Marriage and Family Relations Bill is a positive step in improving the lives of women and girls in Malawi, but more needs to be done, writes Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, senior fellow for women and foreign policy at the Council on Foreign Relations.
