The Networker issue 95
Dec 2010 - Jan 2011
This issue includes articles on the 'new bottom billion', highlights from the Annual Conference and an interview with the Nuffield Fundation. Download the PDF, or read a selection of articles below.
Introduction
There was a buzz and energy at the Annual Conference on 4 November, and a clear sense of the need and desire to collaborate with others both inside and outside the Bond network on the issues facing our sector. Over 210 delegates from 161 member organisations attended – a huge turnout which made for a lively day of thoughtful, open and frank discussion and a valuable opportunity to make or renew links with others.
Recent research, Global poverty and the new bottom billion: Three-quarters of the World’s poor live in middle-income countries, by Andy Sumner at the Institute of Development Studies make fascinating reading. In taking a fresh look at where poor people live his findings serve to redefine what we commonly mean by the “bottom billion”.
Following formal adoption at the AGM, I am delighted that we have a new shared strategy for the whole network for the next five years. There was much energy and imagination in the discussion of priorities and what success might look like, and I am certain that by working on these common goals we will together, through Bond, deliver real impact over the coming years for our organisations and for our cause.
Earlier this year, the coalition Government announced their intention to introduce a ‘Freedom Bill’ which will restore civil liberties and the right to protest. This is a vital issue for many NGOs and Bond is actively campaigning on it. Bond members that have examples of when the law got in the way of effective campaigning should get in touch.
Nick Roseveare
Bond Chief Executive
Articles
What if 72 per cent of the world's poor live in poor countries? Andy Sumner at IDS outlines the findings of his latest research.
Can we realistically fight corruption?
The best of both worlds?Jacinta Sweeney runs the Bond Introduction to international development course, and finds that blending e-learning with a highly participative short course has the potential to deliver a complete package that suits everyone.
Building capacity for changeSarah Lock, Programme Head at the Nuffield Foundation explains that they are more than just a funder.
Development PeopleMary Ann Mhina, Executive Director at AbleChildAfrica, talks about the challenge of being honest about their work and the need for the sector to tell a more coherent story about what NGOs do.
The Networker magazine showcases and highlights key issues, emerging debates, news and opportunities facing the UK development sector. It's free to download as a PDF. Bond members receive a printed copy each time it is published.
