Filling in the Gaps: Generating Evidence through Applied Research Investments

Chemonics’ Evidence & Learning for Scale (E&L4S) Awards seek to address USAID’s Learning Agenda questions through applied research. As the awarded proposals near the end of their study period, here is what we have learned so far.
Blog Post

Meeting the Moment: Local Changemakers Lead in Fragile and Conflict-Affected States

Chemonics was joined by a diverse group of 40 local changemakers, partners, and project staff representing over 20 countries to discuss best practices for promoting locally led approaches to conflict-aware development and peacebuilding in fragile and conflict-affected states.
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Workforce Development for a Resilient Future

By 2050, the United Nations estimates at least 47 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, Oceania, Northern Africa, and Western Asia will experience a 62 percent increase in their youth population, accounting for more than 150 million additional youth that will be entering the global workforce.
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Invest in Emerging Economies to Protect Our Future

Chemonics' CEO and president Jamey Butcher penned an article for Fast Company about emerging and frontier economies and their role in the game-changing solutions needed to unlock creative problem-solving to tackle the global crises of our times.
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Stabilizing Iraq, One Job at a Time

Salar was forced to leave his hometown of Bashiqa during the conflict with ISIS, where he spent his time working as a blacksmith. He was supported by USAID's Durable Communities and Economic Opportunities, or Tahfeez, program.
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Libya Economic Acceleration Project

By creating broad-based economic opportunities for southern Libyans across ethnic and demographic lines, LEAP delivers critical support for a more stable and prosperous region.
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Digitalizing Economic Growth

Key Considerations for Advancing an Inclusive and Sustainable Digital Economy
Resource - Technical Brief