Explore resources developed to strengthen the knowledge and practical skills of small NGOs and change agents.
Grants, loans, revolving funds or linkage with microfinance programmes In 2005, Handicap International commissioned a study on the practices of funding for self-employment activities of people with disabilities (PWD), with a special focus on access to microfinance. The overall goal of the study was to produce a…
These guidelines highlight the most important issues that development agencies need to consider when they engage in value chain development in rural areas. The paper offers guiding principles for development practitioners and policy makers, and points to further useful material. This paper is based on the insights…
This Agrodok describes current savings, lending, and insurance practices, identifies the service providers working in the informal, semiformal and formal sector and discusses current approaches and methodologies. It targets those who want to know more about rural finance as well as development practitioners concerned…
Step 1: Analyse your NGO’s Capacity Step 2: Do the SWOT Exercise Step 3: Make a Strategic Plan Step 4: Implement, Monitor, Evaluate Revised September 2008. First published 2006, Amsterdam
Non-profit organisations in the South are steadily becoming more professional. But there are still vast differences between organisations and their levels of capacity. To help in the process of professionalisation this guide for local NGOs has been put together, including the following topics: The process of…
“Wisdom is the right application of knowledge” 1. How to Succeed in Your Work 2. How to Write Your Résumé 3. How to Apply for a Post 4. How to Groom for an Interview 5. How to Make Your Mission Statements 6. How to Appraise Your Work Progress 7. How to Manage a Meeting 8. How to Plan a Power Point Presentation 9. How…
Focus Group Discussions: what they are and when to use them, including practical tips and self-critique Nicolien Wassenaar , February 2008
What you really need to know about Networking Nicolien Wassenaar , February 2008
A manual for small groups in crisis countries wishing to improve their interviewing and counselling skills. This is especially for you if… …you regularly interview vulnerable people – and need to do it in a sensitive way …you work with refugees or IDPs …you work with people who are HIV+ or have AIDS …you have…