The DCED is a forum for learning about the most effective ways to create economic opportunities for the poor, in line with the SDGs – based on practical experience in Private Sector Development.

People around the world prefer the dignity of working their own way out of poverty, rather than depending on charity. The private sector can generate the jobs and economic opportunities that enable people to do that. Donors are therefore increasingly placing private sector development (PSD) at the heart of their work. The Donor Committee for Enterprise Development (DCED) enhances these efforts by sharing information about what works – based on practical experience and evidence on results.

Founded in 1979, the DCED has developed a substantial body of knowledge about the rapidly expanding field of PSD – as summarised on its website at Enterprise-Development.org. A Secretariat, in collaboration with policy advisors, researchers and field practitioners, ensures the quality and cutting-edge character of its contents. In the last year, enterprise-development.org had over 155,000 page views from more than 65,000 users.