Making the case for “fairness” in development communications
Why the notion of fairness may resonate more with the British public than
other narratives about development assistance.
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AI and humanitarian data: why safeguarding must come first
Maritz Cloete, Director of Risk Advisory, highlights the recent humanitarian data breaches which revealed the risks associated with poor data governance and the rapid adoption of AI. How can your organisation protect itself and others?
FCDO ranking in 2026 Aid Transparency Index drops
As FCDO transparency declines, Bond calls on the department to set out a comprehensive international development strategy. Today, Wednesday 4…
Private finance – a means or an end?
When did we allow the pursuit of private finance to be elevated from a means to an end? Jessica Woodroffe asks: In the race to be “relevant” and “innovative” and – if we’re honest – to shore up our own declining coffers, are civil society organisations failing to ask the right questions?
Bond reacts to Prime Minister’s announcement ahead of CHOGM summit
Ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) taking place this week, the Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, published an…
The G20 could transform global trade – if it stops ignoring small-scale producers
As the G20 considers how to shape a trade system that is capable of playing its part in tackling critical global issues, Ruth Bergan at Transform Trade argues it must ensure that small-scale producers are at the heart of the conversation.
UK set to miss UK aid budget spending target by £320mn
The UK remains on track to miss its UK aid spending target of 0.3% of GNI by 2027, following a…
Why revenue clarity must come before private finance
Revenue clarity means understanding which income routes are most aligned with an organisation’s purpose, strengths, capacity and operating reality. Without it, organisations can invest scarce leadership time in opportunities that look attractive but are not viable, Serena Vento writes.
How INTERPOL and the aid sector are working together to tackle sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment
A growing international system is connecting safeguarding, international policing, and accountability. Elizabeth Wright at Project Soteria – INTERPOL shares how the initiative moved from concept to operational reality.