Building Strong Foundations
Nigeria's learning challenge
Win-Win Data Centers
Aligning profitability and local economic development
Bridging the Gap
DAI’s global approach to employability
From Growth to Momentum
Mastercard Strive USA’s Year 2 highlights
Integrating Graduation and MSD
Lessons from refugee settings in Uganda
Boosting Productivity
Expanding market access in Mozambique
Case Study
The Centre for Local Business Development in Guyana
Seeds of Opportunity
An analysis of Nigeria's devaluation experience
SMILES Project
Market systems development in Uganda
The Art of Grantmaking
Lessons from Ethiopia
Who We Are
DAI works on the frontlines of global development. Transforming ideas into action—action into impact. We are committed to shaping a more livable world.
We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability. We work with a wide range of clients, including national and local governments, bilateral and multilateral donors, private corporations, and philanthropies.
Our Work
Our Work
Since 1970, we have worked in more than 150 countries—delivering results across the spectrum of international development contexts, from stable societies and high-growth economies to challenging environments racked by political or military conflict.
Global Impact
We partner with local people and institutions on scores of projects worldwide.
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Systems First: Why Nigeria’s Learning Challenge Demands Stronger Foundations
Nigeria has made steady progress in expanding access to education. Yet many pupils still finish primary school without the literacy and numeracy they need to thrive. The task ahead is no longer simply getting children into classrooms, but ensuring the...Unlocking the Power of Generative AI for Political Economy Analysis—Findings From a DAI Pilot Project
We are in the middle of the generative artificial intelligence (genAI) hype cycle. As soon as ChatGPT 3.5 was released in late 2022, it caught the imagination of the general public—and the international development community. It remains to be seen...News
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DAI Wins a Place on GSA’s OASIS+ Multi-Agency Contract
DAI is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a place on the One Acquisition Solution for Integrated Services Plus (OASIS+) Multi-Agency Contract. Holding this contract qualifies DAI to compete for prospective work in a range of service areas across any U.S. Government department or agency.
Careers
DAI offers rewarding careers for talented technical, managerial, and support professionals.
