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Invest in the arts for social change
The role of the arts in India’s development sector remains limited to sporadic efforts. Here’s why that needs to change and how funders can lead the way.
by Raghu Gullapalli | 5 min read

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Using technology to support early childhood education
Vipla Foundation’s experience shows how tech can strengthen early childhood education by addressing absenteeism, facilitating evaluations, and identifying classroom needs.
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Measure twice, pay once
Outcomes-based financing demands more than just tracking data—it requires a shift in how nonprofits use monitoring and evaluation to drive real impact.
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Six tips to share null impacts of development programmes
Impact evaluations don’t always show success. When results are null or negative, communicating them can be tricky. Here’s how to do it effectively.
by Sebastian Martinez | 3 min read
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What nonprofits need from capacity building programmes
Nonprofits in India face many barriers to capacity building. Based on insights from more than 100 nonprofits, a report by Social Lens suggests ways to improve programmes and build effective support.
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The education sector can build leaders for tomorrow
To facilitate holistic learning, the education sector needs to allow children and educators to be key decision-makers in the system.
by Shaheen Mistri | 6 min read
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