Applying Universal Goals to the United States ReportMay 12, 2014 Applying Universal Goals to the United States One of the most innovative elements of the emerging post-2015 global development agenda is a focus on universality. What would that mean in the United States? May 12, 2014 John Norris, Molly Elgin-Cossart, Casey Dunning
Reducing Poverty Through Climate Action ReportMay 8, 2014 Reducing Poverty Through Climate Action Ending poverty and preventing catastrophic climate change is within our reach, especially if countries commit to a new global development agenda that improves livelihoods in ways that support low-carbon and sustainable economic growth. May 8, 2014 Molly Elgin-Cossart, Cathleen Kelly, Abigail Jones
Too Young: Helping Child Brides in the Developing World ArticleMar 19, 2014 Too Young: Helping Child Brides in the Developing World We need targeted efforts to assist child brides if we hope to break the vicious cycle that treats our daughters as a disposable commodity. Mar 19, 2014 John Norris
The Case for Regional Compacts ReportMar 17, 2014 The Case for Regional Compacts As the Millennium Challenge Corporation approaches its 10-year anniversary, it must explore and implement new aid approaches to stay on the cutting edge of international development best practices. Embracing regional compacts and regional threshold programs would allow the MCC to increase its number of beneficiaries and the sustained impact of its work at little to no additional cost. Mar 17, 2014 Paul Applegarth, Casey Dunning, John Norris
Is Local Spending Better? ReportNov 4, 2013 Is Local Spending Better? By better defining the rationale behind procurement reform, increasing transparency, and using current mechanisms to expand its partner base, USAID can greatly increase its partnerships with local institutions while also building support for this critical reform within the U.S. development community. Nov 4, 2013 Casey Dunning
Atrocities Prevention Board ReportJun 13, 2013 Atrocities Prevention Board With the Atrocities Prevention Board having just completed its first anniversary, it's time to take a look at its accomplishments, challenges, and potential for growth. Jun 13, 2013 John Norris, Annie Malknecht
Sustainable Security Project and the Post-2015 Development Agenda ArticleFeb 20, 2013 Sustainable Security Project and the Post-2015 Development Agenda The Sustainable Security and Peacebuilding Initiative is broadly engaging with many actors regarding the work of the U.N. High-Level Panel on the Post-2015 Development Agenda, and conducting targeted research and analysis to help advance progress in creating a more prosperous, connected, and resilient world. Feb 20, 2013
Inclusive Economic Growth: Increasing Connectivity, Expanding Opportunity, and Reducing Vulnerability ReportFeb 7, 2013 Inclusive Economic Growth: Increasing Connectivity, Expanding Opportunity, and Reducing Vulnerability We must take steps to ensure that the global economy allows the global population to thrive. Feb 7, 2013 John Podesta
One Continent, Two Approaches: The U.S. and China in Africa Past EventDec 18, 2012 One Continent, Two Approaches: The U.S. and China in Africa How the U.S. Can Reclaim its Role as Africa’s Number One Trading Partner Dec 18, 2012
The Turning Point in Spending for Combating HIV/AIDS ArticleNov 29, 2012 The Turning Point in Spending for Combating HIV/AIDS Developing countries are now outspending international investments in combating HIV/AIDS, and the United States should do more to bolster this encouraging trend. Nov 29, 2012 Casey Dunning, John Norris
Reflections from the African Land Forces Summit ArticleJun 12, 2012 Reflections from the African Land Forces Summit Lawrence J. Korb discusses his recent trip to Uganda for this year’s conference and what he learned about our efforts to defeat extremists on the continent. Jun 12, 2012 Lawrence J. Korb