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The Rules of the Game

25 October 2016
Reforms often get stuck because stakeholder interests and the rules of the game prevent collective action needed for reforms to move forward. This presentation examines how reformers can recognize the patterns that constrain collective action.

When Wills Collide

25 October 2016
Conflict is a natural consequence of progress, development, and change. It can be a negative or positive force in any development project. To achieve durable agreements and moblize stakeholders, a deeper understanding of conflict management and the negotiation process is critical.

Targeted Analysis on Water Resources Management Issues

21 October 2016
In this presentation, Dr. Oyun Sanjaasuren discussed global and regional water security risks and challenges. She also shared how partnerships at the country, regional, and global levels can help address these issues, highlighting the impact and outcomes of Global Water Partnership (GWP) efforts…

Women Power for Good

21 October 2016
How can women empower herself and her community? ECHOstore Sustainable Lifestyle Founder Chit Juan shares her journey on promoting sustainability in the community. She encourages other women to also live for the community and the planet.

Economic Corridor Development: Readiness Assessment Framework

19 October 2016
Economic corridor development (ECD) is a viable strategy to achieve sustainable economic development. Considering the substantial resources required, there is value to undertaking a readiness assessment prior to ECD conceptualization and planning.

Why Gender Equality and Women's Leadership Matter in Development of Asia Pacific: Where are the Women?

18 October 2016
Progress on gender equality is fundamental for realizing human rights for all and achieving sustainable, equitable, and inclusive societies. Wenny Kasuma, UN Women Representive in Nepal, gives an overview of gender equality and women leadership in Asia.

Strengthening Women's Pathways to Become Economic and Social Agents of Change in Pakistan

18 October 2016
Challenges to gender equality and women's rights continue to thrive in many parts of the world. In this presentation, Roshen Zafar, founder of Kash Foundation, talks about her own experiences and struggles as she fulfills her personal goals. She shares insights on how women in Pakistan can be…

Understanding Education Entertainment in Development

12 October 2016
Entertainment education, also called edutainment or enter-educate, is the use of entertainment genres to communicate development messages. Edutainment approaches are effective because social messages are set in more practical, day-to-day situations from which audiences can find meaning for everyday…

Greater Colombo Wastewater Management Project, Sri Lanka

12 October 2016
Asian Development Bank’s Greater Colombo Wastewater Management Project in Sri Lanka used the forum theater concept to conduct 30 street dramas in the capital city of Colombo. Street drama was used because of its potential to mirror people’s daily lives particularly on hygiene practices, use of…

Public Procurement networks in Latin America and the Caribbean

10 October 2016