Expertise

Skills and functions that are core to growing programmes and organisations. Written by practitioners, this section provides insights on the ‘how-to‘ of institution building, and the pathways to achieving long-lasting impact.

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Bridging the last mile connectivity gap

What challenges do policies and programmes face in reaching every last person, and how can they be addressed?

by Ayesha Marfatia | 5 min read

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Board & Governance

Your board is only as good as you want it to be

In most cases, a board’s contribution to an organisation is determined by the CEO’s ask of it. Here's how you can engage them beyond just compliance.

by Aarti Madhusudan | 3 min read

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Monitoring & Evaluation

Evidence is about facts, policy is a political decision

While economists can contribute to more informed policy discussions they ought to be cautious in offering advice on policy design.

by Jean Drèze | 10 min read

Monitoring & Evaluation

Using data to improve programme efficiency

Six steps to identify and use key indicators in your M&E processes.

by Pritam Prasun | 4 min read

Fundraising & Communications

How to use your brand to achieve your goals

Branding is indispensable to the success of any organisation. Here are four tips to keep in mind as you embark on your branding journey.

by Meghna Rakshit | 3 min read

Making your programme design more equitable

How to use a gender lens at each stage of the programme cycle: planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

by Renuka Motihar | 4 min read

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Bridging the last mile connectivity gap

What challenges do policies and programmes face in reaching every last person, and how can they be addressed?

by Ayesha Marfatia | 5 min read

Image of a notebook with a to-do list

Board & Governance

Your board is only as good as you want it to be

In most cases, a board’s contribution to an organisation is determined by the CEO’s ask of it. Here's how you can engage them beyond just compliance.

by Aarti Madhusudan | 3 min read

MNREGA workers passing bricks on a construction site

Monitoring & Evaluation

Evidence is about facts, policy is a political decision

While economists can contribute to more informed policy discussions they ought to be cautious in offering advice on policy design.

by Jean Drèze | 10 min read

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