Offshore Wind
Domestic supply chains key to U.S. climate and energy security goals
Centering Citizens
Governance project embraces citizen voices in Iraq
Green Bonds
MicroVest investment brings DAI engagement full circle
Digital Finance
Ethiopia’s refugee and host communities advance financial inclusion
#MindTheGap Series
A development finance primer
One Year On
Making a difference under duress in Ukraine
Political Economy Analysis
Advice for working in closed environments
Digital Downsides
How misinformation and other digital harms affect small businesses
Partnerships for Transparency
Colombian citizens and governments come together to fight corruption
Global Alumni
Launching our new professional community
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
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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#MindTheGap: How catalytic funding mobilized $1 billion for clean energy, gender equality, and resilient agriculture
The annual financing gap to achieve the SDGs by 2030 is estimated at $3.9 trillion. Working together, governments, multilateral institutions, and the private sector could narrow this gap by means of blended finance.Toward More Transparent and Accountable AI Algorithms in Public Service Delivery: Insights from Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Mexico, and Rwanda
From our social media feeds to the societal benefits we receive, artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere and affects everyone. AI may assist us in a variety of ways: it can execute difficult, risky, or tedious tasks on our behalf; assist...News
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DAI Board Member Elizabeth Littlefield Named One of Reuters’ Trailblazing Women on Climate Change
DAI Board member Elizabeth Littlefield has been included in Reuters Impact’s list of women leading the fight against climate change. The list of 25 trailblazers, announced to coincide with International Women’s Day, recognizes women whose contributions to the fight against climate change are significant but perhaps less well-known than others.
“I’m honored to be named alongside such a distinguished group of women and delighted to see their diverse activities recognized,” said Littlefield.
Careers
DAI offers rewarding careers for talented technical, managerial, and support professionals.
