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ICTworks features posts on the use of information and communication technologies for development, including:

  • Case studies and success stories: ICTworks highlights the impact of specific ICT4D projects or initiatives, and discusses the challenges and lessons learned from implementing them.
  • Research and analysis: We delve into the latest research on digital development, discussing the results of studies or analyses and exploring the implications for practitioners and policymakers.
  • Opinion pieces: Guest writers offer their perspective as experts and practitioners on a range of issues related to ICT4D, such as the role of technology in development, the challenges of implementing digital projects, or the importance of sustainability in development efforts.
  • News and updates: Blog posts provide updates on the latest developments in the field, including new projects, research findings, and events.
  • Practical resources and guides: We publish tips, tools, and resources for practitioners working in digital development, such as guidance on how to design and implement ICT4D projects, or how to measure the impact of digital initiatives.
Apply Now: $20,000 Climate Impact Fellowships

Apply Now: $20,000 Climate Impact Fellowships

Published on: Oct 02 2023 by Wayan Vota - 2 Comments
Addressing climate change is is a matter of environmental necessity and an opportunity to create a more sustainable, resilient, and prosperous future for all. It...
Apply Now: $50,000 for AI and Environmental Justice Solutions

Apply Now: $50,000 for AI and Environmental Justice Solutions

Published on: Sep 27 2023 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on Apply Now: $50,000 for AI and Environmental Justice Solutions
We are living through a climate emergency. While we understand that the impacts of this crisis will not be evenly distributed, they will be felt by all. Increasingly,...
Apply Now: USAID Grant Funding for Development Innovation Ventures

Apply Now: USAID Grant Funding for Development Innovation Ventures

Published on: Sep 18 2023 by Wayan Vota - 107 Comments
USAID Development Innovation Ventures program (DIV) provides grant funding based on a tiered-evidence approach that maximizes impact per dollar spent. DIV recently...
2 Real-World GenAI Chatbot Solutions for Better Health and Education Impact

2 Real-World GenAI Chatbot Solutions for Better Health and Education Impact

Published on: Sep 14 2023 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on 2 Real-World GenAI Chatbot Solutions for Better Health and Education Impact
Generative AI is at the top of the hype cycle with everyone claiming they have the first or best or newest use in international development. While there is much...
5 Priority Outcomes for UNHCR Digital Transformation Strategy

5 Priority Outcomes for UNHCR Digital Transformation Strategy

Published on: Aug 30 2023 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on 5 Priority Outcomes for UNHCR Digital Transformation Strategy
The UNHCR Digital Transformation Strategy provides a unified vision and approach to realizing the rights of refugees to digital inclusion and protection as well...
Apply Now: $100,000 UNICEF Grants for Health Technology Startups

Apply Now: $100,000 UNICEF Grants for Health Technology Startups

Published on: Aug 28 2023 by Wayan Vota - 6 Comments
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on global health, nutrition and mental health indicators for children. It has also amplified the persistent inequities...
3 Advantages of a Modern Data Stack for Digital Development

3 Advantages of a Modern Data Stack for Digital Development

Published on: Aug 17 2023 by Guest Writer - 9 Comments
Managing data in the development sector can be messy. Development organizations want reliable data to assess the effectiveness of their interventions, aiming for...
Invest in FM Radio to Improve Smallholder Farmer Outcomes

Invest in FM Radio to Improve Smallholder Farmer Outcomes

Published on: Aug 10 2023 by Guest Writer - 1 Comment
ICTs and smallholder farmers’ livelihood improvement in Tanzania builds on secondary data sources and in-depth interviews to explore the role of ICTs in promoting...
Governance is Key for Digital Public Infrastructure Success

Governance is Key for Digital Public Infrastructure Success

Published on: Jul 27 2023 by Guest Writer - Comments Off on Governance is Key for Digital Public Infrastructure Success
The digital technologies that serve as the ‘infrastructure’ of widespread digital transformation are increasingly recognised as key drivers of development. Subscribe...
Apply Now! USAID Digital Development Awards for 2023

Apply Now! USAID Digital Development Awards for 2023

Published on: Jul 17 2023 by Wayan Vota - Comments Off on Apply Now! USAID Digital Development Awards for 2023
USAID is working toward a future where digital technology promotes inclusive growth, fosters resilient and democratic societies, and empowers everyone, including...