Establishing trust between people is a key ingredient in development programming. Yet, trust is seldom measured as its mercurial nature makes it challenging to define. Chemonics’ new whitepaper proffers a set of principles to help development, and in particular, governance specialists, develop a definition of trust that reflects their project's unique conditions and objectives to guide decision making and programming.
Blog Post
This report summarizes the achievements of the Jordan Cities Implementing Transparent, Innovative and Effective Solutions (CITIES) project, which increased the effectiveness of municipal governance and supported local administration in Jordan.
Resource - Project Report
This case study details the process, added value, and lessons learned from using applied political economy analysis as a tool to think and work politically on the Chemonics-implemented USAID/Guatemala Biodiversity Project.
Resource - Technical Brief
To curb corruption in Peru, the public and private sectors must partner to improve investment processes.
Project Page
This series of technical briefs provides an overview of the Nigeria SACE Program's approach and the tools used to put it into action. It also describes prospects for sustainability and lessons from project implementation.
Resource - Technical Brief
SACE used a Collaborating, Learning, and Adapting (CLA) approach, along with an evidence-based, inclusive methodology to civil society strengthening to promote democratic reforms and good governance.
Resource - Fact Sheet
Democracy and civil society experts from Indonesia, Nigeria, and the Philippines share challenges and best practices working on complex civic engagement and environmental issues.
News Story
Joshua Leland is a distinguished development professional with more than two decades of progressive experience managing teams and driving growth. His expertise spans strategic leadership, entrepreneurial initiatives, and executive management in both headquarters and overseas roles.…
Person - Specialist
From our decades of experience working in nearly 150 countries, we know that effective governance and accountable institutions are critical to alleviating poverty, promoting resilience, and achieving sustainable results in all sectors.
Resource - Fact Sheet
Todd Diamond is a governance specialist and conflict analyst with more than 25 years of experience designing and implementing international donor projects. Working on behalf of various U.K. and U.S. government agencies, his experience includes assessing…
Person - Specialist
Sharon Van Pelt is the former lead for Chemonics’ Democracy and Governance Practice.
Person - Contributor
Jordanian communities need innovative, sustainable ways to improve both how municipalities deliver services and develop closer relationships between citizens and the government.
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