about 7 years ago // Advocacy

Devex speaks to Nicholas Whyte, a strategist who helped polio advocates win a major pledge from the European Union last year, about the ingredients for success.

over 7 years ago // The Future of DFID

More than any time in recent years, the United Kingdom's main political parties are locking horns over how and why the U.K. should pursue its development goals.

over 7 years ago // Media and communications

The aid sector has failed to communicate its work to the public, putting key gains at risk, says Richard Darlington. The former DFID adviser reflects on the evolution of the department's relationship with a skeptical public and looks ahead to the future of aid storytelling.

almost 8 years ago // The Future of DFID

U.K. aid chief Penny Mordaunt laid out five key focus areas for the U.K. government's aid work in a speech with a national interest thrust Thursday morning, including a plan to partner with the City of London to help countries transition out of poverty.

almost 8 years ago // Media and communications

A report published last month by the International Broadcasting Trust highlighted how development organizations are being targeted by "fake news." Devex speaks to Sally O'Connell, head of digital at Action Aid, about how the organization responded to fake reports about its chief executive, and steps that can be taken to protect staff from online abuse.

about 8 years ago // Media and communications

A report published Tuesday about the impact of "fake news" on charities highlights the experience of international NGOs, including Save the Children and ActionAid, which have been targeted by false stories designed to disrupt their work and smear the reputations of senior staff — but the report also warns that aid groups should take steps to avoid disseminating misleading stories and statistics themselves.

about 8 years ago // NGOS

After his first year as chief executive officer at one of the United Kingdom's biggest charities, Kevin Watkins speaks to Devex about the challenges that lie ahead for the aid sector — from competing with the private sector to grappling with a more antagonistic media environment.

over 8 years ago // Advocacy

On the sidelines of a publicity event in London, Devex shadowed a top DFID delivery partner in action, and speaks to NGOs about how to reach government.

over 8 years ago // The future of DFID

As the Conservative Party conference wrapped up on Wednesday, the UK aid community was left to absorb a range of reforms and announcements — including a crackdown on private contractors and challenges on United Nations reform.

over 8 years ago // Foreign aid

Norwegian peace corps FK Norway is caught up in a political effort to boost employment in rural parts of the country, as the government confirms the $9.2 million plan to relocate the organization will be paid for from the country's overseas aid budget.