🆕 Graduation programmes: BRAC's approach to targeting the ultra-poor 📢 Today on VoxDev, Shameran Abed (BRAC) joins Tim Phillips Talk Normal to discuss why targeting ultra-poor programmes have been effective in Bangladesh: voxdev.org/topic/social-p…

Inclusive India: Leaving No One Behind The Government of India is advancing a vision of social and economic inclusion, aiming to break the cycle of poverty with dignity. From livelihoods to health, education to financial inclusion—the focus is clear: ➡ Build resilience

We are thrilled to be supporting the Chhattisgarh State Rural Livelihood Mission (Bihan) on #CGSAY, a Graduation-inspired #livelihoods programme: bit.ly/4is9Kym

Poverty reduction in a post-pandemic world must be both inclusive ➕climate-smart. The #3PR report shows the path forward: ✅ More + better jobs for people living in #extremepoverty ✅ Strengthen #climate resilience & protect the most vulnerable from shocks Learn more:⤵️

🎧 “Unless you go looking for them, you can’t find them easily.” Shameran Abed on identifying the invisible poor and why BRAC's #Graduationapproach was created. A powerful #VoxDevTalks episode: bit.ly/4iC11tD VoxDev #EndPoverty #ScalingImpact

As government funding for aid continues to decline globally, The Telegraph’s Tom Parry looks at alternative approaches to financing development. BRAC’s model of combining traditional donor funding with social enterprises, microfinance and investments to deliver services to

As poverty reduction stalls, #socialprotection can empower self-reliance.​ But with 2B still uncovered, we face a pivotal challenge.​ A new blog from WB Social Protection outlines the roadmap: 🔧 Build robust systems 📈 Enhance support levels 🤝 Foster global collaboration

Did You Know? On 29th May 2024, Gaya, Bihar recorded a scorching temperature of 47.4°C, marking the second-highest ever reported in the region. Back in 2019, a severe heatwave claimed the lives of over 200 people in Bihar, underscoring the deadly impact of #extremeheat But

Learn how joint programming can strengthen poverty reduction strategies by fostering program convergence and collaboration across sectors. Register now at bit.ly/pidsevent050825 to attend onsite or online. Limited onsite slots are available, so secure your spot today!

Rising Heat. Rising Action. As heatwaves intensify, threatening health, livelihoods, and the economy, urgent climate action is no longer a choice — it’s a necessity. In partnership with the Government of Bihar’s JEEVIKA Bihar and BRAC, MHT is launching a 'Heat Awareness

Inside the South-South Learning Forum #SSLF2025 270 + country leaders gathered in Kigali with the World Bank, the Govt of Rwanda, PEI & BRAC to exchange strategies on scaling economic inclusion programs. Watch the video: youtu.be/KOTz4skzBIs?fe…

How can joint programming (convergence) strengthen social protection systems? Don't miss this timely forum by @PIDS_PH featuring BRAC-supported research. 📅May 8 | 8:30 AM–3:30 PM PHT 🎤Dr. Jose Ramon Albert (jose ramon albert) bit.ly/pidsevent050825

Art for Action: Wall Murals to Raise Heatwave Awareness! As part of the ongoing ‘Heat Awareness Campaign’ in #Bihar, and in partnership with JEEVIKA Bihar and BRAC International, MHT is harnessing the power of visual storytelling through impactful wall murals in urban

Scaling Graduation means working with governments to embed solutions that last. Join Greg Chen & fellow experts on May 28 as he shares how we are supporting national systems to deliver Graduation programs at scale. 📅 May 28: 9–10AM EDT | 🔗bit.ly/3F8FFWK

👏 Kudos to J-PAL on the launch of #TheEvidenceEffect—a campaign spotlighting programs proven to improve lives. Learn more about the #GraduationApproach alongside the other programs.

📢 Happening TOMORROW — May 28 at 9 AM EST! There’s still time to register ⏳ Join Greg Chen and fellow global experts for this powerful & timely discussion. ✍️Sign up here: bit.ly/4koHgH8

#HeatActionDay2025 Rising Heat. Rising Action. We’re excited to share that Siraz Hirani, Senior Programme Management Specialist at MHT, will be speaking on Day 3 – 4th June at #RisingHeatRisingAction — a regional convening for Asia and the Pacific, organized by the Asian Development Bank.

“If we want to talk about meaningful scale, government is critical to the equation.” — Greg Chen at the Innovations for Poverty Action + Gates Foundation webinar with experts from LSE, Boston University School of Public Health, @Village_Ent & Raising The Village 📺 Watch the recording here: bit.ly/3HuE7qR

*🗓 DAY 1 RECAP* A strategic planning session is being held at the Coastlands Hotel in Umhlanga, bringing together leadership and officials from the Social Development, SASSA, NDA-RSA, FinMark Trust, Treasury, Department of Agriculture and Cogta to devise strategies aimed at enhancing