
InterAction’s Continued Support of Locally-led Development and Shifting Power
To truly advance the locally-led development agenda, it is essential for the NGO sector to acknowledge the power asymmetries…

Locally-led Development and Localization in Humanitarian Response

InterAction Community Feedback on USAID’s New Local Capacity Development Policy
The InterAction community appreciated the opportunity to provide feedback on USAID’s new Local Capacity Development Policy. We commend the acknowledgment…

Moving Toward a Locally-Led Humanitarian Response
Localization isn’t a new concept for the global humanitarian community. After many years of debate and conversation, dozens of humanitarian…

Initiating the DEI Compact
On May 10, 2022, InterAction convened representatives from our vast international non-governmental organization (INGO) coalition to officially launch the…

Engaging With the Global Humanitarian Shelter and Settlements Sector
With increasing need in humanitarian aid but limited funding availability, the humanitarian system needs to consider creative and innovative solutions…

InterAction Statement on the Global Food Security Act Reauthorization of 2022
Facing a global food security crisis, the bipartisan and bicameral introduction of the Global Food Security Act Reauthorization of 2022…

Implementing the Locally-Led Agenda Will Require Paradigmatic Changes
Centering local leadership and ownership of foreign assistance and programming is vital to more effective international development and peacebuilding. The…

Local Leadership in Humanitarian Response Initiative
Many people see “localization” as a key to providing quality humanitarian assistance in the face of decreased funding and increased…
