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.
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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.
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”
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.
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.
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.
