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Transforming How We Respond to a Crisis Like Syria

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Submitted by Patricia McIlreavy on Wed, 04/17/2013 - 4:06pm

As an alliance of international NGOs, InterAction espouses the value of working together during humanitarian crises. It is for this reason that for the past two years we have played an integral role in developing what is called a “transformative agenda." This agenda is an update to the guidance of how we work together within humanitarian responses, clarifying issues of leadership, coordination and strategy.

Harnessing the Power of Vaccines to End Polio

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Submitted by Blog Moderator on Wed, 04/17/2013 - 12:27pm

Having dedicated my career to public health, I've learned that keeping people healthy is a complex job. Medicine, sanitation, nutrition, education – all are necessary and interrelated components of preventing and curing sickness. But there is one tool that stands out as the most effective way to protect fight disease: vaccines. Every child – no matter where he or she is born – has a fundamental right to vaccines.

Bring That Lantern Over Here: Why Budget Transparency Matters

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Submitted by Blog Moderator on Mon, 04/15/2013 - 3:00pm

Over the past 18 years, the American public told pollsters they believe the U.S. government spends way too much on foreign aid, reckoning that something like a fifth or a quarter of the federal budget is used for that purpose.

Calling NGOs: Connect with Volunteers in Global Giveback 2013

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Submitted by Gus Curran on Mon, 04/15/2013 - 12:24pm

International nonprofit organizations may already leverage volunteers to deliver key programs and services that meet their mission. But has their training or learning department considered working with volunteers to create courses, adapt existing content to new formats or help translate content to other languages?

Imagining “Bold Endgames” in Global Health

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Submitted by Margaret Christoph on Fri, 04/12/2013 - 9:42am

On Monday, InterAction published a new briefing book, Global Health: Investing in Our Future, on the most critical health issues our members tackle around the world. It highlights how much good U.S. health programs have done around the world, including:

Using Technology for STH Control

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Submitted by William Lin on Thu, 04/11/2013 - 2:51pm

I consider myself extremely fortunate and even spoiled in this 21st century with smart phones and so much mobile technology available. If I ever feel there is a need to make my life more convenient with technology, chances are I can go to the app store to download some utility that will help. And, even if it’s not 100% satisfactory, by virtue of having asked the question or conducted the search for this app, some techie out there is likely monitoring the query and I can probably be assured that in weeks, if not days, something better will be created.

The Good, the Bad and the Budget: What Obama's Plan Means for Foreign Aid

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Submitted by Jeremy Kadden on Wed, 04/10/2013 - 6:03pm

The $3.77 trillion budget proposal that the Obama Administration rolled out today contains mixed news for supporters of international aid. His plan includes boosts to some health and development programs, and overall higher funding levels for foreign assistance than what Congress has put forward. But his funding recommendation is still a decrease from previous years, and specific cuts he proposes to humanitarian programs are cause for concern.

Microfinance: The Real Fight

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Submitted by Chad Jordan on Fri, 04/05/2013 - 2:14pm

April has been deemed the Month of Microfinance – a time to celebrate the movement and those it has aided in escaping extreme poverty, a time to question its current and future impact, a time to discuss, debate, and challenge.

Should it be client-centric or profit-focused?  Should interest be charged on loans?  Should it be holistic, including not just credit, but also insurance, savings, education loans, etc.?  Does it really promote national economic growth?  These are just a few of the questions a mere mention of microfinance ignites.

Young Professionals May Be "Empirical Kids," But Is That All We Are?

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Submitted by Blog Moderator on Thu, 04/04/2013 - 3:33pm

Do you think today’s university students and young professionals lack idealism and just lean on numbers? Last week, New York Times Columnist David Brooks wrote about the “Empirical Kids.” The article starts a fantastic conversation about the next generation of policy leaders.

Communication the Key to a Post-2015 Development Framework

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Submitted by Ellis Tsang on Wed, 04/03/2013 - 3:27pm

Information is power. That's the mantra on the lips of those who want a sea change in the narrative of poverty. It’s a timely issue, considering ongoing discussions around the post-2015 development agenda. Actors from UN member states, civil society and the NGO community are attempting to steer a new course that builds on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).

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