In this interview, we discuss how partnerships differ at global, regional and country levels, and look at how an organisation’s mandate and strategy provides a framework for selecting partners. We also talk about challenges such as earmarked funding, and organisations that are primarily focused on themselves.
Author Archives: Katri Bertram
What do different types of partnerships mean for impact?
In this blog we outline four different types of partnerships. Not all types of partnerships provide the basis to collaborate in a way that drives impact.
Partnerships with purpose – Interview with Kirsty McNeill, Executive Director of Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns, Save the Children UK
In this interview, we discuss purpose in partnerships, the need for radical inclusion, and how complacency is a challenge to many organisations – and the development sector at large.
Trust in partnerships is built, not given
In this blog we discuss trust in partnerships for international development organisations. We share some insights from research and best practices.
Moving towards partnerships for impact – stakeholder mapping
In this blog we explain how stakeholder mapping can help organisations get an overview of their existing and other potential partnerships, and identify which partnerships are a priority for impact.
Impact in international development requires meaningful partnerships
Partnerships in international development are not a nice-to-have, they are critical to drive impact.
Partnering to End Extreme Poverty – Interview with Michael Sheldrick, Chief Policy and Government Affairs Officer, Global Citizen
Michael was interviewed by Katri Bertram In this interview, we talk about what makes a good partnership, and how Global Citizen leverages its partnerships to achieve immediate results also in times of crisis such as Covid-19 – all while staying true to its mission to eradicate extreme poverty. You’ll find some key takeaways summarized atContinue reading “Partnering to End Extreme Poverty – Interview with Michael Sheldrick, Chief Policy and Government Affairs Officer, Global Citizen”
What working in partnerships has taught me – and why I have founded Partners for Impact (PFI)
Katri Bertram, Founding Partner of Partners for Impact (PFI) shares how working with partners has been central to her career and driving impact in international development.