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The story of the birth of India's states is the story of the birth and continuing rebirth of India, the nation. It is a story that everyone in India must know, from young to old. This rigorously researched book lays out the fascinating political and historical circumstances of the birth of...

The Day the Chariot Moved is a tribute to people who make permanent change happen in one lifetime. A unique book on the imperatives for institutional leadership that is relevant across sectors, it humanizes the development agenda for policymakers in the government. It makes change agents from...

Sustainable Development Podcast explores the essential ideas, reports, and frameworks that have shaped the global sustainability agenda. From classic texts like the Brundtland Report to modern debates on climate change, equity, and green growth, this podcast breaks down complex concepts into clear insights. Created as a reflective study project, it aims to connect academic knowledge with real-world challenges, offering listeners a deeper understanding of how sustainable development guides international strategy and everyday decisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

Fairport Forward explores what the Village can become, how it can grow, and how the community can help shape its future. Each episode takes a deeper look at the ideas, values, and opportunities that can move Fairport forward while staying true to the spirit that defines it.

In this "bracingly iconoclastic” book (New York Times Book Review), a renowned economics scholar breaks down the fight to end global poverty and the rights that poor individuals have had taken away for generations. In The Tyranny of Experts, renowned economist William Easterly examines our...

Welcome to Development with Africatalyst, a pan - African development podcast, featuring conversations with leading experts, in different sectors of the economy. The topics range from development financing, climate change, health to gender with analytics and deep-dives into specific regions the global economy.

An AI-powered, expert-led podcast on cutting-edge policy solutions for today’s biggest development challenges, direct from our global research network.🌐 Listen to other languages: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/wbginstitute

Global Development Interrupted shares the voices of people whose work was upended when USAID was dismantled and foreign aid was cut, revealing what that loss means for America and for progress worldwide. globaldevinterrupted.substack.com

In a world where voices often feel more divided than united, Building Bridges is here to spark meaningful conversations between stakeholders at the intersections of democratisation, human rights, security and climate policy. Brought to you by the Multinational Development Policy Dialogue of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) in Brussels, this podcast explores dialogue as a powerful tool for change - in short, to build bridges.In each episode, we dive into conversation with policymakers, thought leaders and KAS partners worldwide to address today’s most pressing challenges. Hosted on Acast. ...

The podcast covering rural electricity and economic development topics in the Midwest. Brought to you by Wabash Valley Power Alliance.

On Development is a monthly audio podcast focused on topics of interest for both MCC and our partner countries. Episodes will center on new initiatives or innovations in the development space that are helping to reduce poverty worldwide.

Hello and welcome to Brighter Futures - the podcast brought to you by Education Development Trust. I’m Tony McAleavy from Education Development Trust and I’ll be your host throughout this series. Since starting as Education Director here I’ve had the pleasure of being involved in extensive education reform within many countries across the world, particularly those in the UK, Middle East and Africa. Education Development Trust are a non-for-profit organisation working towards more positive education outcomes around the world, and our aim is to improve school systems, transitions from ...

These podcasts are recordings from the Cutting Edge Issues in Development Thinking & Practice lecture series 2023/24, 2022/23, 2021/22 and 2020/21, a visiting lecture series coordinated by Professor of Development Studies, Professor James Putzel and Dr Laura Mann. The Cutting Edge series provides students and guests with fascinating insights into the practical world of international development. Renowned guest lecturers share their expertise and invite discussion on an exciting range of issues, from climate change policy, to pressing humanitarian crises. In 2020, the series took place online, ...

This is your What does the US Secretary of Housing and Urban Development do, a 101 podcast."Secretary of Housing and Urban Development: Living Biography" is your go-to podcast for in-depth, regularly updated biographies of key figures leading the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Explore the personal journeys, professional achievements, and impactful policies of past and present Secretaries, all aimed at shaping America's housing landscape. Perfect for those interested in urban development, policy-making, and the influential leaders behind the scenes. Tune in for engaging ...

The podcast ”Systems Practice in International Development” is produced by the Portfolio MEL (PMEL) programme in Nepal, funded by the British Embassy Kathmandu and implemented by Abt Global. Please note, the views expressed through this podcast reflect those of the hosts and guests only. We talk about systems practice through an action-oriented lens and see what has and has not worked in practice. The episodes will debunk complexities around systems thinking, portfolio approaches, adaptive management, PEA in action and evidence use for impact. In short, some of the deceptively simple or ...

Step into conversations that travel across continents and challenge the way you think about progress. From democracy and inequality to climate resilience and healthcare, Dan Banik explores how societies navigate the complex terrain of democracy, poverty, inequality, and sustainability. Through dialogues with scholars, leaders, and innovators, In Pursuit of Development uncovers how ideas travel, why policies succeed or fail, and what it takes to build a more just and resilient world. Expect sharp insights, candid reflections, and a global perspective that connects local struggles to universal ...

The NHS must be transformed. The Tories do not believe in it as a public service. Reformers blame the institution and cannot run anything. Other parties believe it just needs more money. NHS England has chosen not to change much. We believe there are some old ideas that are worth dusting off. They will release significant cash savings and change the thinking in the NHS.

FR - Sébastien Mosneron Dupin et Salomé Ponsin-Louette, de l'ONG Super-Novae (http://www.super-novae.org), vous embarquent un mercredi sur deux à la découvertes des acteurs et témoins privilégiés d’un monde du développement DYNAMIQUE, AMBITIEUX et OUVERT AU MONDE. EN - Every other Wednesday, Sébastien Mosneron Dupin and Salomé Ponsin-Louette, from Super-Novae NGO, (https://www.super-novae.org) drive you through a DYNAMIC, AMBITOUS and ACCESSIBLE world of development, to the discovery of its priviledged players and witnesses. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for ...

We've got a dirty secret. Quite a few actually, and you will only hear them on our new podcast called Dirt to Development. We give you a behind-the-scenes look at key development projects and the insane stories surrounding them. Stay tuned to listen to all the dirt on land use, development, and the inside politics of Arizona!