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Community Driven Development (CDD) is a bottom-up model of development that aims to put the people in the driver’s seat. This report presents findings from a long-term impact evaluation of the Tuungane 1 program, a major CDD program in Eastern Congo, funded by the UK government and implemented by the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ (̽»¨¾«Ñ¡) and CARE International between 2007 and 2011. The evaluation focuses on three sets of key outcomes of interest to the program: 1) the quality of service provision in the health and education sectors; 2) health, education and economic welfare outcomes; and 3) women’s empowerment.

The 2018 Annual Report showcases the life-changing work of ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ staff in the United States and around the world—and the impact of generous support from individuals, foundations, corporations and governments.

This report builds on the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡â€™s previous reports "In Search of Work" and "Still In Search of Work", which reviewed progress on livelihoods commitments made by host and donor countries through the Jordan Compact from 2016 to mid 2018.

The ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ in NY's Small Business Workshop series concluded in November, following several special guest speakers.

November 25th marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and kicks off the campaign 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence. ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡-LA staff member and Gender Equality champion, Carly Boos, shares what it means to be a part of an organization committed to ending gender-based violence 365 days out of the year.

Meet four Black business owners who have navigated the American economic landscape to build their businesses.

Did you know refugees are the most likely population in the U.S. to start a business? Come see how they're preparing!