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Apr 28, 2025

Les équipes de l'ANDF et du PPMEC se sont réunies à Ouidah pour planifier le développement de fonctionnalités dans le système e-Foncier Bénin, afin de moderniser l'enregistrement et la gestion des titres fonciers au Bénin.

Tatiana Dougba

Participants, mentors, and organisers of the Land Accelerator Ghana Cocoa Belt Programme gathered at Demo Day.

How local entrepreneurs help restore Ghana’s land

Mar 26, 2025

MDF West Africa and WRI have supported 45 entrepreneurs in Ghana’s Cocoa Belt through training, mentorship, and investor readiness under the Land Accelerator, part of AFR100’s land restoration efforts.

Helen Chaettle

A Magnifying Glass A close-up shot of a magnifying glass representing the idea of analysing and learning from data.

Designing learning agendas that make a difference

Mar 12, 2025

Every organisation wants to make the right decisions, decisions that lead to real impact... But how do we know what is working? And how do we adapt when things do not go as planned?

Alev Kayagil

Invitation for the Impact Fair that happens in 2025. MDF will participate in the event.

MDF at the Impact Fair: are you ready for a sustainability journey?

Mar 10, 2025

Impact ambitions are great, but how can your organisation take real steps toward change? Find out with MDF and TOP at the Impact Fair in Utrecht, 3-5 April.

SIFA Team Stakeholder Dialogue with Jua Kali & Housing Representatives

Formalizing experience, recognizing skills: RPL in Kenya

Feb 25, 2025

Imagine a young mason or an ICT repair technician who has years of hands-on experience but lacks the formal certification to showcase their skills. Despite their technical know-how, they often miss out on opportunities for career advancement.

Picture with a line and two people in opposite sides, representing boundaries, limites, the ability of declining requests and how much this is important for effective leadership.

Saying no is about choosing the right doors to walk through

Feb 20, 2025

At MDF, we see leadership as the ability to make intentional choices. In this context, saying no is not about rejection, but about saying yes to what really matters. So how do leaders develop this skill? And what does it mean in practice?

Hadewijch Klaassen

Ladder representing progress markers for monitoring evaluation and learning

Outcome indicator says ‘no’? Make progress markers work for you

Feb 6, 2025

Progress Markers can help you track stakeholder behaviour and demonstrate change in complex projects, even when outcome indicators show no progress.

Linda Janmaat

Children at the graduation ceremony of the crèche established in 2014, Ghana, supported by the MDF-NUFFIC project.

From classrooms to crèche: Bridging the gender gap in education

Nov 15, 2024

MDF’s WASH project in Ghana transformed education by integrating gender equity, supporting student-parents with a crèche, and fostering leadership, creating lasting change in communities and institutions.

MDF Ghana: empowering change across West Africa

Nov 25, 2024

MDF Ghana drives sustainable development in West Africa through projects in education, entrepreneurship, and community support, creating jobs and empowering local businesses and individuals across the region.

MDF ESA team bowling together and celebrating the 40th anniversary of the company

MDF Kenya: Advancing development across East and South Africa

Nov 14, 2024

MDF Kenya promotes growth in East Africa with projects in the blue economy, circularity, and refugee support, balancing professional expertise with a vibrant team culture focused on sustainable impact.

MDF Indonesia: Growing local impact, building global connections

Nov 5, 2024

MDF Indonesia office drives regional impact through education projects, partnerships with international agencies, and a commitment to community well-being, shaping sustainable development across the Pacific-Indonesia region.

MDF the Netherlands: where our journey began

Oct 28, 2024

MDF Netherlands is where MDF’s journey began. Founded in 1984, this office created the foundation for MDF’s mission of "Empowering people, creating impact!"

The iconic "Solidarność" inscription at the European Solidarity Centre in Gdańsk symbolises opposition movements in communist Eastern Europe.

Reflections on assessing civil society capabilities

Oct 21, 2024

Are we capturing all the factors that contribute to effective advocacy?

Ingrid Plag

MDF teams celebrating 40th years anniversary of history

Marking 40 years of MDF’s collaboration across continents

Oct 7, 2024

MDF marks 40 years of global impact, celebrating unity and collaboration across its international offices with a special anniversary video.

MDF Benin: Increasing our impact in French-speaking West Africa

Oct 2, 2024

MDF Benin supports local communities through sustainable projects in education, land administration, and entrepreneurship, enhancing capacities in French-speaking West Africa.

Nurturing Growth: Leadership Development Across Papua

Oct 1, 2024

Coaching sessions for BENTARA in Papua followed August’s leadership training, improving leadership, project management, and personal skills. These sessions also strengthened collaboration and engagement to address the community's needs.

MDF Bangladesh team in an team building active planting a tree

MDF Bangladesh: Building local development with global impact

Sep 30, 2024

Since 2014, MDF Bangladesh has been partnering with local communities to build skills and deliver impactful projects. We've formed strong connections and driven sustainable development across the country.

Screenshot of an online meeting with a diverse group of participants from different continents, collaborating via video conference

Fostering collective wisdom in online decision-making

Sep 26, 2024

Learn tips to enhance online decision-making and foster collaboration in global teams using inclusive facilitation techniques.

Karin Rozendal

Directeurs, Staff du bureau de MDF Bénin et les lauréats du concours MDF ANNIVERSARY GRANT le 12 Juillet 2024

MDF Bénin : Réunion de directeurs à Bénin & Célébration du 40e anniversaire de MDF

Sep 17, 2024

Du 09 au 12 Juillet 2024, en marge de la réunion de directeurs de MDF, un cocktail dinatoire a été organisé réunissant les directeurs des bureaux de MDF d'Asie, d'Afrique, d'Europe ainsi que plusieurs partenaires et clients clés de son réseau.

Tatiana Dougba

Building a Sustainable Future Through Locally Led Land Restoration

Sep 17, 2024

From September 9-13, 2024, MDF facilitated a workshop at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel in Rwanda, helping WRI’s Restore Local program develop Theories of Change (ToC) and MEL plans to guide large-scale restoration efforts across Africa’s key landscapes.

How to improve meeting efficiency: key insights for effective facilitation

Sep 12, 2024

In today’s fast-paced work environment, meetings are vital for collaboration and decision-making. But often, they drain time and energy. Imagine if your meetings were instead powerhouses of productivity!

Pauline van Norel

MDF Myanmar team participating in a strategic meeting, focusing on planning and future goals to enhance local impact.

MDF Myanmar: A journey of local development and team spirit

Sep 10, 2024

MDF Myanmar, founded in 2016, supports local development through capacity building and partnerships. Despite challenges, the team of 10 remains committed to innovation, inclusivity, and expanding its impact on communities and education.

Collaborative Workshop Enhances ADB Training Programs for Lasting Impact

Sep 10, 2024

The TNA Validation Workshop was a significant event, gathering 40+ participants to discuss strategic planning and institutionalising training. Key insights will guide future ADB training sessions for lasting impact and sustainability.

Strengthening Project Impact: Training on Theory of Change and USAID’s CLA Approach

Sep 5, 2024

MDF PI facilitated a two-day training on the Theory of Change (ToC) and Learning Agenda for USAID-supported projects. Participants from CHISU and CIPTA enhanced their skills in developing ToC frameworks aligned with USAID guidelines.

A glimpse of our mini online Impact Evaluation course

Understanding impact evaluation: A mini online course

Sep 3, 2024

Learn about impact evaluation with MDF's mini online course, offering a practical preview of the comprehensive training available in our full programmes.

Two people in a refugee camp struggle to stay connected online using a mobile device, highlighting the challenges of internet access in remote and underserved areas.

Leading remote teams: How to make inclusive decisions, while dealing with limited internet access

Aug 30, 2024

In regions with limited internet access, leading remote teams poses challenges. This article explores strategies to ensure effective communication and inclusive decision-making, even when connectivity is unreliable.

DRC team of MDF Central Africa posing for an official team photograph

MDF DRC: Driving change through community connection

Aug 23, 2024

The MDF Democratic Republic of Congo office has played a vital role in MDF’s operations in the region. Through committed efforts in community development, capacity building, and strategic presence, the office has become a positive force in the area.

How to ensure evaluations drive positive change

Aug 19, 2024

MDF T&C partnered with the Danish Refugee Council to evaluate their global strategy, uncovering critical insights and driving strategic growth. Explore how our collaborative approach transformed feedback into actionable plans for positive change.

Michelle de Rijck

Unlocking Potential: Formal Certification Through RPL in Kenya

Aug 14, 2024

MDF Eastern and Southern Africa, in collaboration with the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA), recently hosted a workshop to empower industry experts, practitioners, and stakeholders within the ICT Repair and Maintenance and Masonry trades

Open communication about work-life balance with colleagues can help alleviate stress and improve overall performance.

Work-life balance: Time to prioritise well-being and a supportive environment

Jul 22, 2024

Open communication about work-life balance with colleagues can help alleviate stress and improve overall performance. Leaders play a key role in fostering a supportive environment that values well-being.

Women Business Development Coaches in Sri Lanka

Jul 15, 2024

A training program for 30 Women Business Development Coaches in Sri Lanka, by MDF and the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, enhanced skills in e-commerce, digital marketing, and more, empowering women and supporting Sri Lanka's economic recovery.

MDF in partnership with the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA), will be implementing a skills development project focused on RPL in ICT repair and maintenance and masonry trades.

Skills Initiative Africa: Recognition of Prior Learning Kick-off and Stakeholder Awareness

Jun 20, 2024

MDF in partnership with the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA), will be implementing a skills development project focused on RPL in ICT repair and maintenance and masonry trades.

A circular economy success: the impact of the BOOST project in Mombasa

Jun 17, 2024

The BOOST project, an initiative aimed at fostering a circular economy in Kenya, has recently concluded after four impactful years. With a focus on circularity, employment, entrepreneurship and skills development, it has achieved remarkable results.

Rhodé de Graaf

Project Management Training for World Bank PFM MDTF

Jun 12, 2024

MDF Asia conducted a successful Project Management training for the World Bank PFM MDTF from 27-29 May 2024 in Jakarta, enhancing skills in project planning and reporting. Participants found the methods effective, though some desired more time.

Advancing Education Advocacy: The EOL Initiative's Journey with MDF and ACER

May 15, 2024

The mission of the joint work of MDF and ACER UK was to compile evidence for API strategies and support grant recipients to become more effective in implementing these advocacy and policy strategies.

Alev Kayagil

MDF is celebrating its 40 years anniversary of commitment and dedicated work

We are celebrating 40 years of commitment and dedicated work

Apr 26, 2024

This year, 2024, marks MDF's 40th anniversary of dedicated international work toward positive change for a better world. And to do so, MDF uses its pragmatic approach: "We don't invent theories, we make them work".

MDF evaluates Conservation International's Fellowship Programme, aiding its mission to empower environmental protection and support CI's sustainable, resilient journey.

Evaluating Conservation International's Fellowship Programme for a Greener Future

Apr 11, 2024

MDF evaluates Conservation International's Fellowship Programme, aiding its mission to empower environmental protection and support CI's sustainable, resilient journey.

MDF is set to design and lead the 2nd SEAMEO Workshop on MEL, focusing on enhancing the SEAMEO MEL Strategy with expert input and capacity building, ensuring its success through post-workshop evaluations.

MDF Engages in SEAMEO Strategic Workshop for Enhanced Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning

Apr 8, 2024

MDF is set to design and lead the 2nd SEAMEO Workshop on MEL, focusing on enhancing the SEAMEO MEL Strategy with expert input and capacity building, ensuring its success through post-workshop evaluations.

MDF collaborates with Union for the Mediterranean on organisational capacity

Mar 27, 2024

To strengthen organisational efficiency and impact, MDF collaborates with the Union for the Mediterranean Secretariat. The main goal is to enhance the implementation of Results-Based Management and Monitoring and Evaluation practices.

Land rights for women and young people: Impact actions conducted by MDF Benin

Mar 8, 2024

To mark women's rights day in an exceptional way, MDF Benin through the Preparation Project for the Scaling of the National Cadastre, initiated the action "Investing in Women: Accelerating the Pace," bringing together women for high-level national tr

Danny Luc Muhindo

ADB Commissioned MDF in Strengthening Country Program Development and Delivery

ADB Commissions MDF in Strengthening Country Program Development and Delivery

Mar 28, 2024

MDF is commissioned by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to assist IRM's country operations team in creating a comprehensive training program. This program will address essential project aspects including the project cycle, management, and reporting.

Orange Corners Ghana: Celebrating Inspiring Graduates

Mar 8, 2024

Accra, Ghana – 7th March, 2024 – In a ceremony full of excitement and entrepreneurial spirit, Orange Corners Ghana, which is an initiative of the Netherlands, celebrated the graduation of 73 youth-led Businesses.

Opportunities to Serve as Women Led Business Management Coaches to support Sri Lankan MSMEs

Building the Capacity of Women Business Development Coaches in Sri Lankan MSMEs

Feb 26, 2024

Opportunities to Serve as Women Led Business Management Coaches to support Sri Lankan MSMEs

Zoë Lawson

Enhance the skills of 30 enthusiastic YABN staff in crafting impactful CSR project designs.

Empowering CSR excellence: YABN's capacity building odyssey with MDF

Feb 15, 2024

Program: Applies Results-Based Management & Logical Framework Approach. Mixes face-to-face, online, and mentoring for comprehensive CSR Project Management understanding.

Building the Capacity of Women Business Development Coaches in Sri Lanka

Feb 8, 2024

CTIF commissioned MDF to implement a groundbreaking project: "Building the Capacity of Women Business Development Coaches in Sri Lanka," in partnership with the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC).

Office opening and new management introduction at MDF West Africa

Feb 2, 2024

MDF West Africa opens new office at 13 Kinshasa Avenue, East Legon. Richard Yeboah hands over directorship to Mr. Kwaku Owusu Afriyie and Mrs. Julia Anyanewaa Appiah. Celebrating growth, partnerships, and a future of positive impact!

Michelle de Rijck facilitates an MDF course on Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning.

Michelle de Rijck: "Dance like nobody is watching"

Biography

Jan 29, 2024

At MDF, Michelle works as a trainer and an evaluator. She finds joy in the wide range of experiences her roles bring her. Every day is a chance to expand horizons, meet inspiring people, and broaden perspectives.

Empowering Leadership for Tomorrow - Reflective Leadership at PERSONA Beauty Care Limited (PBCL) Through Tailor-Made Training (TMT)

Jan 12, 2024

PERSONA partnered with MDF Bangladesh for this initiative to enhance leadership skills among Staff holding various roles like Executives, Section In-Charges, and Branch Assistants. Notably, over 90% of these remarkable participants were women.

Saifuddin Mahmud

2023 has been a significant year for MDF. We have completed over 300 assignments in training, advisory, facilitation, evaluations, and enterprise development.

Embracing New Horizons: A Year in Review and Looking Ahead to 2024 with MDF

Dec 15, 2023

Looking back, 2023 has been a significant year. We have completed over 300 assignments in training, advisory, facilitation, evaluations, and enterprise development. This success is thanks to the dedication and expertise of our diverse team.

Miriam Lindwer, Director MDF Myanmar, personally finds fulfilling about her role, and the core values she believes other organizations should adopt

Embracing Diversity and Impact: An Inside Look at Work at MDF

Interview

Dec 11, 2023

In this interview, we sit down with Miriam Lindwer, Director MDF Myanmar to gain insights into what she personally finds fulfilling about her role, and the core values she believes other organizations should adopt.

Transforming Lives through Entrepreneurship

Nov 14, 2023

In our interview with Julia Wendy Appiah, the Deputy Director and Program Manager of Orange Corners Ghana at MDF, we dive into a decade-long journey of promoting entrepreneurship and creating sustainable livelihoods.

We are all about people: celebrating our colleagues and collaboration

Nov 5, 2023

Each of our trainers, evaluators, project managers, finance, acquisition and support teams play a unique role in the success of our work.This is why we are launching a series of branding content, focused on our people, where transformation begins.

The UCPM is a system managed by the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO) that aims to improve civil protection cooperation between EU countries and 10 participating states. Through the Mechanism, countries can request assistance when an emergency overwhelms their response capabilities. To prepare national teams for deployment in an international setting, UCPM organizes specific training exercises, also known as EU MODEX.

MDF designs a blended learning trajectory for the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism

May 1, 2024

The objective of DG ECHO for MDF was clear: develop and implement a blended train-the-trainer course for the EU MODEX, which includes an online module and in-person training sessions.

MDF Myanmar’s Organizational Development and Capacity Strengthening for Kachin and Shan Based CSOs and Implementing Partners of WorldFish F4L Project

Oct 11, 2023

WorldFish commissioned the consortium of MDF Asia Myanmar and partners to conduct a Capacity Assessment, Organization Development Planning and Capacity Building with 10 pilot CBO/CSOs – 5 in Shan State and 5 in Kachin State.

Aye Myat Thwe

Plastic Waste to Value innovation challenge: Meet the enterprises

Oct 5, 2023

Mombasa County finds itself at the epicenter of a daunting problem – as it's home to the highest concentration of plastic pollution along the entire Kenyan coast.

Roselyne Warau Mwangi

Gestion environnementale du camp des déplacés internes de Don Bosco Ngangi (Goma, RDC)

Sep 27, 2023

Avec le concours technique de MDF, AJCPE est entrain d'exécuter un projet sur la Gestion environnementale du camps de déplacés internes de Don Bosco Ngangi (Goma, RDC)

Danny Luc Muhindo

Preparing trainers for Cohort 8 of the Orange Corners Ghana Acceleration program

Sep 19, 2023

From September 15th to 16th, 2023, at the Ghana Innovation Hub, we hosted a motivating two-day Training of Trainers event. This session was expertly conducted by MDF West Africa trainers, namely Michael Osei Nkrumah and Ekow Akyin Kwofie.

Lancement D'un Projet Majeur Sur Le Foncier Au Benin

Sep 15, 2023

MDF assure la gestion globale du projet PPMEC

Tatiana Dougba

MDF’s Monitoring & Evaluation and Scorecard Consultancy Work for the Yayasan Hasanah Foundation, Malaysia

Sep 5, 2023

With the help of MDF Asia (Indonesia office) Yayasan Hasanah refreshed and strengthened its M&E systems and processes and updated its Scorecard Framework. The assignment was carried out in the period September 2022 until August 2023.

Bart van Halteren

Design and facilitation of a digital entrepreneurship workshop for the D4D Hub

Aug 30, 2023

MDF helped D4D facilitate a co-creation design workshop to support the launch of innovative start-ups with business ideas in the context of digitalisation in Africa.

Maddalena Bearzotti

MDF co-creates project management guidelines for Wetlands International

Aug 18, 2023

MDF has worked on an exciting assignment for Wetlands International in the past year. They wanted to align their project management processes and procedures and support project managers from various countries in their work.

Maddalena Bearzotti

MDF supported the ASEAN Foundation in partnership with the Maybank Foundation in conducting capacity building for the participants of the Empowering Youths Across ASEAN (EYAA) initiative.

MDF Supported the EYAA Initiative “Empowering Youth Across ASEAN”

Aug 10, 2023

MDF supported the ASEAN Foundation in partnership with the Maybank Foundation in conducting capacity building for the participants of the Empowering Youths Across ASEAN (EYAA) initiative

UNICEF commissioned MDF in Bangladesh to develop the Master Trainers and Core Trainers on the module ‘Journey of Life’.

‘Journey of Life’ - A Module by UNICEF Featuring MDF Bangladesh

Aug 2, 2023

UNICEF commissioned MDF in Bangladesh to develop the Master Trainers and Core Trainers on the module ‘Journey of Life’.

Saifuddin Mahmud

Sam Boering: "A day without learning is a day not lived"

Jul 25, 2023

Sam's mission is to show people that change is possible and that effective tools and techniques can be applied to make a difference.

Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development: Empowering Women through Circular Economy

Jul 21, 2023

The BOOST project aimed to build a circular ecosystem in Mombasa, Kenya, empowering youth & women, creating jobs, and fostering sustainability with the support of various stakeholders and a matching grant from the Netherlands Enterprise Fund RVO.

Eva Kimani

Ghana Innovation Hub Showcases Digital Transformation Efforts during World Bank Visit

Jul 20, 2023

We are delighted to share the remarkable success of the Ghana Innovation Hub's recent visit by the esteemed World Bank delegation, led by Managing Director Anna Bjerde.

Orange Knowledge Program (OKP) Making Diploma Education ‘Teaching in Emergency’ Inclusive & Refugee-Ready

Jul 19, 2023

Discover how the Orange Knowledge Program (OKP) is revolutionizing refugee education in Kenya with a groundbreaking partnership.

Susanne van Lieshout

Orange Corners Ghana Celebrates Graduation of 100+ Entrepreneurs from Cohort 7 and Launches Cohort 8

Jul 18, 2023

Orange Corners (OC) aims to improve job prospects for youth between the ages of 18 and 35, in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East. OC is a public-private initiative, active in 14 countries, with 17 hubs and counting.

The Groundwork for Sustainable Social Enterprises of CARITAS in Bangladesh

Jul 12, 2023

Discover how MDF Bangladesh, in collaboration with Caritas Bangladesh, is laying the groundwork for Sustainable social enterprises of CARITAS!

Saifuddin Mahmud

New Food Processing Classroom at NEED, Myanmar

Jun 27, 2023

Partnering with MDF Training and Consultancy in Myanmar, the curriculum will be used to train young farmers and small business owners from around the country to increase their income generating opportunities.

Miriam Lindwer

Transparency and security in land-use in Benin: The Land Administration Project

Land Administration Project Benin

Jun 22, 2023

MDF, in consortium with VNG-International and Kadaster International, has implemented the Land Administration Project in Benin with funding from the Netherlands Embassy.

Kees van der Zanden

The ceremony marks the end of the 4th edition of the Dutch Export Academy. The DEA program supported selected Ghanaian entrepreneurs with interest to export to the EU market through the Netherlands with training and exposure visit to the Netherlands.

Dutch Export Academy Closing Ceremony

May 23, 2023

The ceremony marks the end of the 4th edition of the Dutch Export Academy. The DEA program supported selected Ghanaian entrepreneurs with interest to export to the EU market through the Netherlands with training and exposure visit to the Netherlands.

Waste to Value Innovation Challenge

Mar 29, 2023

This Innovation Challenge seeks to promote a circular plastics economy and provide technical support and resources to businesses and organizations working towards effective plastic waste management in Mombasa, Kenya.

Roselyne Warau Mwangi

Leadership and People Management: Breaking the Systemic Imbalance of Inequality 

Mar 16, 2023

Microaggressions, unconscious biases, and systemic imbalances can all contribute to a workplace culture that is not welcoming or supportive for all team members. But good leadership can make a difference.

Checking in with Deltares: the power of preparation ‎

Nov 30, 2022

At MDF, we’re driven by making a social impact. Therefore, we are always curious to find out how we’ve been able to contribute to positive change for our clients.

Wafa'a Mothana has become a gender mainstreaming leader in her country

Wafa'a Mothana is empowering women in Yemen through gender mainstreaming action plans

Jan 9, 2023

Wafa’a has led many projects in Yemen, and witnessed that integrating gender mainstreaming actions in the programmes and projects was imperative to bringing real and long-lasting change.

Orange Corners Ghana celebrates graduation of entrepreneurs

Oct 5, 2022

Orange corners Ghana celebrates graduation of entrepreneurs

Susanne Roelofsen

Training and Facilitation Skills course in Ede, Netherlands.

Going back to the classroom

Sep 20, 2022

What have you learned online that you want to take back into the real classroom? I am happy face-to-face trainings are coming back too.

Holding on to the holiday spirit

During busy periods, many professionals struggle to make space for themselves. There is poor work-life balance: it is what they feel themselves, or they hear others complaining about it. “Busy Busy” is a frequent answer to a check-in from a colleague

International Investment opportunity – A wastewater treatment plant and compost plant in Ghana

Sep 12, 2022

International Investment opportunity – A wastewater treatment plant and compost plant in Ghana.

Inclusivity of online learning

Aug 16, 2022

Online learning bears the potential to both include and exclude people from the learning processes. Therefore, we draw your attention on what inclusivity of online learning really is?

Nadine Bergmann

A brand new look, a brand new chapter!

Jul 7, 2022

Change is good! We are delighted to announce the launch of our new redesigned website! It is now live and located at the same address.

The changing funding landscape in the Eastern Africa region

May 17, 2022

The funding landscape in Eastern African region is changing rapidly. Indeed, it is the fastest growing region in recent years in Africa, according to the African Development Bank.

Susanne van Lieshout

Working Together Not Apart: Building community-based organisations in Palestine

Apr 12, 2022

Social impact is about the effect of an activity on a community and the well-being of individuals and families.

When do we have the legitimate right to interfere in civic space? Better be careful

Mar 30, 2022

By definition, civic space is the open dialogue in society between government institutions, politicians, companies...

What are you scared of?

Mar 11, 2022

In 2021, I decided to try something new by joining forces with MDF in Indonesia to create a new department on inclusive, social and sustainable enterprise development in Asia.

A Theory of Change can… Change!

Feb 15, 2022

"I never knew that a Theory of Change (ToC) can change over time! It was something we made and never revisited again. Now, I learned it can be reviewed and adapted regularly, of course depending on the context you work in."

Women in Tech: Bridging the gender gap!

Feb 5, 2022

These are some of the most refreshing conversations we come across in what we do at MDF. Our Trainer/Consultant, Nadine Bergmann, shares with us her story from speaking to young women from our BOOST project.

Nadine Bergmann

How Transect Walks help to better understand environments and make wiser decisions

Nov 3, 2021

A few weeks ago, I met with Chantal. She works for a youth forum in Palestine. I met her through our tailored capacity building programme for community-based organisations.

Spice up Evaluations - Dutch Relief Alliance Innovation Fund

Nov 15, 2021

Here at MDF, we just completed an evaluation assignment in which we supported the Dutch Relief Alliance (DRA), a consortium of 14 Dutch NGOs working in the humanitarian sector...

Michelle de Rijck

Resource mobilisation post COVID-19: no, it's not bouncing back rather reinventing the fundraising wheel

Oct 8, 2021

COVID-19 protocols have disrupted the work environment set up.

Why getting women to participate in training is not enough

Sep 20, 2021

When you are a development professional working on a project with a gender component, you might find yourself nodding to the title of this piece.

Nadine Bergmann

Quantitative Methodologies for Impact Evaluation

Sep 8, 2021

MDF team produced a video that presents a clear way to understand how quantitative methodologies work for Impact Evaluation.

Rhodé de Graaf

Tips for writing a good proposal

Aug 26, 2021

Writing a successful proposal is an art. There is no blueprint for a successful proposal, and not all good proposals lead to a successful bid. There are many reasons why a funder might select your proposal.

Turn your training into a memorable experience

Jul 20, 2021

Today, the reality is that in parallel with your training, you see notifications pop up, and while listening to the trainer present something, you might also be placing an online shopping order.

Empowering People: TVET strengthening project in Ethiopia sets up child daycare centres

news

Aug 10, 2021

TVET strengthening project in Ethiopia assists in setting up of child daycare centres to facilitate professional focus of the teachers.

Theory of Change & Stakeholder Analysis 2.0: a match for implementing real change

news

Jun 23, 2021

Theory of Change has become the mainstream approach for planning development interventions in complex environments. It maps how actors will change as a consequence of ToC implementation.

Adjustment is not a sign of failure: taking Adaptive Programming all the way

May 12, 2021

Great progress is made in the quality of programme design, reflecting a better understanding of the complexity of social change.

Mike Zuijderduijn

Evaluation and ethical principles