Proud to see the launch of the Global Advisory Panel on Skills. Looking forward to working with partners to build the evidence on what works to strengthen skills, raise incomes, and reduce poverty. @cgdev.org

Center for Global Development@cgdev.org · 2w ago

There are now hundreds of studies on skills programs in low- and middle-income countries—but more evidence doesn't always mean clearer answers. The new Global Advisory Panel on Skills (GAPS) aims to identify which interventions work best, for whom, and at what scale. cgdev.org/GAPS

Welcome to CGD, @elerianm.bsky.social! Looking forward to working together.

Center for Global Development@cgdev.org · 3mo ago

We’re delighted to announce that @elerianm.bsky.social has been elected as the next Board Chair of @cgdev.org. A globally respected economist, he brings experience across finance, policy, and academia, along with a strong commitment to rigorous, independent research. go.cgdev.org/48xItIG

Sharing my thoughts from a recent panel I participated in, “How Can Africa Prosper in the New Economy?”, here at Davos.

Wonderful to talk to Mosa Moshabela, President of University of Cape Town, here at WEF about antibiotics—a powerful tool that has saved missions of lives—and the growing threat of antibiotic resistance, and economics at UCT.

This week, I'm at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Here are a few things I'm looking out for. Stay tuned for more reflections and conversations as the week progresses.

@cgdev.org is hosting a lineup of thought-provoking events during the IMF & World Bank Annual Meetings. We hope to see you there! #CGDEvents #2025AnnualMeetings

I'm doing more @cgdev.org podcast hosting. Listen & give me feedback. Who else would you like to hear me interview? Here I ask Lord Jim O'Neill & Dr. Bansal about spurring innovation into a diagnostic for sepsis. Why sepsis diagnostic? Why incentives? How best to prompt innovation.

Center for Global Development@cgdev.org · 12mo ago

Neonatal sepsis kills hundreds of thousands of babies each year. In a new @cgdev.org podcast, CGD working group members Lord Jim O’Neill & Dr. Akhil Bansal join @rglenner.bsky.social to discuss how an advanced market commitment could help tackle the crisis & more. ⬇️ bit.ly/3JAbQAc

Confused about what is in & what is out from US Foreign Assistance following changes made by the House to Trump's original budget? This fantastic @cgdev.org explainer by @ecollinson.bsky.social & Justin Hurley is super clear incl what we dont know. Now to the Senate! www.cgdev.org/blog/house-a...

House Appropriators Seek Cuts to US International Assistance But Would Moderate Administration's Proposed Overhaul

The bill would level a considerable blow to that budget—about a 22 percent reduction in funding from last fiscal year's enacted level, although far less steep once factoring in the recent rescissions ...

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Markus Goldstein making the point that there are very few papers in top economics journals on sub Saharan Africa.

Arvind Panagarian on whether India can become developed econ by 100 years from independence. Recent trends suggest possible but real challenges incl 46% workforce in agriculture and 40% workers in enterprises in firms with less than 10 workers.

As development experts we have pushed nonexperts away, saying it was too complicated for regular people to understand. That is not good for building support. Radically simplifying would help us communicate better and make for more effective aid.

David Evans@daveevansphd.bsky.social · last yr.

@rglenner.bsky.social advocates for radically simplifying how we do aid (and how we communicate it). www.youtube.com/live/uvyFva0... (starts at 10m30s) #ABCDE2025

Finally read the @thelancet.com article claiming US foreign assistance cuts will lead to 14mill deaths up to 2030 which has garnered much media attention. It's problematic to say the least, X-country regression with mortality on left and US spending per head on right. 1/ 🧵

Details for this year's #ABCDE are now posted -- looking forward to new ideas from this big (four days!) program full of #EconSky folks including @rglenner.bsky.social , @markusgold.bsky.social, @eeshani.bsky.social etc. from @cgdev.org, @dannyquah.bsky.social @randomwalker.bsky.social & many others

Annual Bank Conference on Development Economics 2025: Development in the Age of Populism

Bringing together some of the world’s leading economic thinkers, the conference will help identify the best way forward—with deep dives on key topics such as artificial intelligence, migration, nutrit...

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Does anyone know how and why Sierra Leone is on this list of countries from which travel to US is partially restricted because of concerns about terrorism? I can think of a lot of countries with much worse levels of terrorism.

Donors are facing tough choices on which education funds to support in the coming months and by how much. @leecrawfurd.bsky.social and I set out some criteria for how to prioritize funding.

Lee Crawfurd@leecrawfurd.bsky.social · last yr.

New blog: @rglenner.bsky.social & I suggest 4 criteria for donors choosing between multilateral education funds (eg GPE/ECW/IDA/IFFED/UNICEF/UNESCO) 1. Cost-effective interventions 2. Foundational literacy & numeracy 3. Poor countries 4. Financial & policy leverage www.cgdev.org/blog/four-cr...

@dylanmatt.bsky.social covers how the team—Jim O’Neill, Michael Kremer, @rglenner.bsky.social, Chris Snyder, Akhil Bansal, @siddhharia.bsky.social (and more!)—is working to tackle this problem in @voxdotcom.bsky.social: www.vox.com/future-perfe...

How to save 400,000 babies a year

We can keep saving lives when foreign aid is dying.

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AI is advancing fast, but evidence on what works for dev. is still emerging. @hanshengchia.bsky.social & @markusgold.bsky.social propose a 3-part framework to guide smart AI investments: 1️⃣ Supercharge proven solutions 2️⃣ Tackle known problems 3️⃣ Explore unknowns More: www.cgdev.org/blog/cutting...

Cutting through the Noise: Identifying Smart Bets in AI Applications for Development

There are more than 450 AI applications targeting health or education outcomes in low- and middle-income countries, but not every application will prove cost-effective. How can the development sector ...

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USAID cuts have left major aid programs without funding. @cgdev.org is now hosting a team analyzing which ex-USAID programs are most cost-effective—and connecting them with donors willing to step in. Learn more in @npr.org: www.npr.org/sections/goa...

A matchmaking service with a twist: Connecting big givers to programs cut by USAID

A former USAID worker has a new mission. She's hoping to connect philanthropists with overseas programs that have lost — or are likely to lose — their U.S. funding.

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@cgdev.org we have produced a lot of analysis showing the impact of USAID cuts. In a new initiative, a team is identifying some of the most cost-effective exUSAID programs that can still be rescued and match them with donors willing to fund them. www.npr.org/sections/goa...

A matchmaking service with a twist: Connecting big givers to programs cut by USAID

A former USAID worker has a new mission. She's hoping to connect philanthropists with overseas programs that have lost — or are likely to lose — their U.S. funding.

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Excited to welcome @daveevansphd.bsky.social back to @cgdev.org. Dave embodies the best of CGD--innovative ideas on the big challenges grounded in data and rigorous research and making practical implementable suggestions.

David Evans@daveevansphd.bsky.social · last yr.

Professional update: In June, I’ll be joining the @cgdev.org as a Senior Fellow. I’m enthusiastic to generate and disseminate policy-actionable research with fabulous colleagues under @rglenner.bsky.social’s leadership.

There has been lots of talk about aid cuts in the US but Europe is also cutting back hard. Hear some top officials from Europe talk about how they are seeking to do more with less. In person @cgdev.org and online April 23, 9:15 EST.

Center for Global Development@cgdev.org · last yr.

On Apr. 23, join @cgdev.org for a #SpringMeetings event as experts consider the longer-term vision of European development cooperation, how providers can continue to support economic and social progress in low- and middle-income countries, and more. RSVP! ⬇️ bit.ly/44mUDmk

I'm looking for a senior research analyst to work with me at CGD to support me as part of GEEAP, an education evidence panel that advises governments on edu investments. I'm looking for strong research & communication skills. Deadline May 5: centerforglobaldevelopment.applytojob.com/apply/dyAM7x...

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As I meet people from aid agencies around the world this week I will be making the case for a radical simplification in how we do aid: fewer countries, fewer projects, radically simpler programs. It was key takeaway from my time in govt. Read why. www.cgdev.org/blog/radical...

Radical Simplification: A Practical Way to Get More Out of Limited Foreign Assistance Budgets

With major cuts to foreign assistance announced or anticipated in the US, the UK, and across the EU, and in the World Bank’s subsidized lending program, we must urgently work to get the most out of sh...

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Tariffs, aid cuts, global slowdown, changing views in the US about climate funding. How should countries in the African continent respond? Great to be hosting this event with Africatalyst. April 22, join us!

Center for Global Development@cgdev.org · last yr.

Sub-Saharan African countries will bear the brunt of US & UK aid cuts.🌍 Join CGD & Africatalyst for a #SpringMeetings discussion on responses to the new development landscape, how leaders can react, & ways to move away from aid dependency. RSVP!⬇️ bit.ly/4j9H8uQ

We have known for a long time that the early years of childhood are critical, but we now have practical ways to fund cost-effective interventions at scale in childhood development. Come join the conversations and hear from experts. April 25 @cgdev.org.

Center for Global Development@cgdev.org · last yr.

📅 On Apr. 25, @cgdev.org & @theirworld.bsky.social invite you to a discussion on the benefits of supporting early childhood development & childcare, and how to increase investment in these years to achieve the triple dividend for children, women, & economies. RSVP ⬇️ bit.ly/4jENeDt

CGD is the place to be for the 2025 Spring Meetings! Please check out our exciting list of events and come say hi.

Center for Global Development@cgdev.org · last yr.

The 2025 IMF & World Bank #SpringMeetings are right around the corner!🌸🌍 @cgdev.org is hosting key conversations with leading global development experts and policymakers—explore our schedule of events and sign up below ⬇️ bit.ly/43HcvIn

The 2025 IMF & World Bank #SpringMeetings are right around the corner!🌸🌍 @cgdev.org is hosting key conversations with leading global development experts and policymakers—explore our schedule of events and sign up below ⬇️ bit.ly/43HcvIn

Looking forward to talking to @adb.org President Kanda about Asia's experience with industrial policy and what the rest of the world can learn as well as recent developments. Join us, 11:30am EST April 22 in person or online.

Center for Global Development@cgdev.org · last yr.

@cgdev.org invites you to a special #SpringMeetings conversation with CGD President @rglenner.bsky.social and @adb.org President Masato Kanda. Happening April 22—RSVP to join us in person or online! ⬇️ bit.ly/4j4qeOi

In DC for the spring meetings of IMF & World Bank? We have a packed week of events @cgdev.org from the future of foreign assistance to industrial policy to conversations with President of ADB and Finance Min of Pakistan. Come join us. Online options too.

Center for Global Development@cgdev.org · last yr.

As stakeholders gather for this year's IMF & World Bank #SpringMeetings, CGD is hosting crucial discussions with leading global development experts, policymakers, representatives from international finance institutions, & more.🌸🌍 Explore the schedule of events & RSVP below! ⬇️ bit.ly/43HcvIn

CGD is hiring! We're looking for a Policy Analyst to join the Market Shaping Accelerator team. Housed within the Center for Global Development, @uchi-msa.bsky.social incentivizes innovations that address pressing global challenges. Apply: centerforglobaldevelopment.applytojob.com/apply/KTyjjK...

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