In this interview, we discuss how the financing for development agenda and partnerships have changed over the past 15 years. We also speak about donor coordination fatigue, incentives for partnerships, and when partnerships are not the right instrument for collaboration.
Author Archives: Katri Bertram
Exit strategies for partnerships – why they are important for impact in international development
In this blog we explain why partnerships need to agree on exit strategies before they are formed, and outline how different exit strategies work in practice for different types of partnerships in international development. Key lessons are summarised at the end of this blog.
Partnership criteria – How to move toward impact in practice
In this blog we provide guidance on how to develop partnership criteria, and explain how partnership criteria can help partnerships stay on track to deliver impact. Key lessons are summarised at the end of this blog.
Happy endings? Why international development partnerships rarely end.
In this blog we look at why international development partnerships rarely end, and what the implications are for the international development sector and its impact. Key lessons are summarised at the end of this blog.
Pragmatism vs Planning – How to increase international development partnerships‘ impact
In this blog we provide guidance on how to best balance pragmatism and planning in partnerships. We also look at which pathway leads to more impact. Key lessons are summarised at the end of this blog.
When do partnerships make a difference? Interview with Amanda Glassman, Executive Vice President of Center for Global Development (CGD), CEO of CGD Europe, and Senior Fellow
In this interview, we discuss whether impact drives the formation of new partnerships, why the aid harmonisation agenda has not lived up to expectations, and why partnerships rarely close down fully.
Diversity in international development partnerships – a long way to go
In this blog we discuss the importance of increasing diversity in international development partnerships. We share some insights from research and best practices.
International Development Partnerships – Dos and Don’ts
In this blog we list ten “dos and don’ts” for international development organisations that are working in or looking to work in partnership. Yes, we can partner – but how? Many organisations working in international development have a mandate and mission to achieve impact (defined e.g. as lives saved, poverty eradicated, development potential of populationsContinue reading “International Development Partnerships – Dos and Don’ts”
Addressing social inequities head on – Interview with Roopa Dhatt, Executive Director, Women in Global Health
In this interview, we discuss how partnerships are all unique and not linear, how Covid-19 has increased the sense of urgency in global health, and what the future for collaborative global health work could look like.
Building a new partnership – the role of individuals
In this blog we explore how individuals play different roles in building new partnerships. Understanding these roles and their functions makes navigating a potential partner, outreach, and building a new partnership easier. Key lessons are summarised at the end of this blog.
Partners for Impact 