Chemonics International

We were thrilled to host USAID, Digital Impact Alliance, and the broader #DigitalDevelopment community for a rich discussion of how we can all contribute to “Doing Development Digitally.” At Chemonics, we know that digital solutions can drive economic growth and financial inclusion, support #accountability and #transparency in governance, and introduce new and innovative solutions across all technical sectors. This is key to making the programs we implement more efficient, effective, and impactful. Thank you, Manisha Aryal, for sharing your reflections!

In attending the 2024 Society for International Development, United States (SID-US) annual dinner, we had the opportunity to reaffirm our fundamental belief in the importance of #SustainableDevelopment and the power of creating an inclusive environment to address critical challenges. ?? Our delegation had the opportunity to network with leaders and visionaries in development, celebrate honorees, and reflect on a year that proved to be nothing short of remarkable. SID-US President Katherine Raphaelson reminded us that change is inevitable, but with it comes immense opportunities to come together and build a better, more equitable, and more sustainable future. In the words of Former President of Liberia Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, "Everyone has a role to play in resurrecting the global cooperation we've all enjoyed." Thank you to our Chemonics representatives for embodying the spirit of global cooperation at the 2024 SID-US Annual Dinner! Arielle Berghammer-Ziegler, Branden Ryan, Evon Huber, Bridget Newell, Carsyn Fessenden, Edward Landreth, Garron Hansen, Karanina Bhattacharjee, Mallika Iyer, Rachel Marquez, Aleksandra (Sasha) Soboleva, Rebecca Logan, Susan Pascocello, and Giuliana Canessa Walker!

With operations in over 100 countries, Chemonics knows how important it is for our #tech teams to embrace cultural, technical, and regulatory differences across regions as we collaborate with teammates around the world, especially during the onboarding process. ?? ??? As Anne Kottmeier, our Chief Information Officer, states in a new Forbes article, "Our international scope defines our corporate culture and is the foundation for every IT service we provide.” Read on to see how tech teams can foster talent, success, and #inclusion in new hires. ?? https://ow.ly/ynJI50U9vlt

In celebration of #VeteransDay, ChemVALOR, Chemonics’ employee resource group dedicated to supporting military veterans and their families, hosted a leadership panel with Chemonics teammates and guest speaker Mike Erwin, a member of the U.S. Army Reserve and founder of Team Red, White & Blue. The panel offered thoughtful and practical insights about: ?? finding common ground across cultures ???? breaking through screens to connect authentically ?? leveraging their individual styles to foster relationships ?? leading from all levels We are incredibly thankful for our veteran teammates across Chemonics for their contributions in the workplace and beyond! #DevelopmentWorksHere #VetsInDevelopment #Inclusion

In the final part of our video series illustrating the 8 USAID-endorsed Locally Led Adaptation Principles, learn about the Land Innovation Fund for Sustainable Livelihoods and how it fosters farm-focused solutions for a sustainable soy supply chain in #SouthAmerica. Explore how The Fund invests in a broad range of local #agriculture and tech partners to collaborate on innovation, integrated solutions, and resilient farming practices! ????

Climate crises are pushing many farming communities to the limit. ?? In Central America, we conducted a new climate vulnerability assessment that examines how these crises are evolving and identifies short- and long-term adaptation opportunities to help secure agricultural incomes in the region. In support of the Alliance for Root Causes and Opportunities (#ARCO), which is part of the bilateral collaboration framework Sembrando Oportunidades, a joint initiative of USAID México and the Agencia Mexicana de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo (AMEXCID) aimed at creating economic opportunities for youths and farmers in El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala to address the root causes of irregular migration. ?? Read the assessment here: https://ow.ly/uK0c50Ubhog ━━━━━━━━━━━ Las crisis climáticas están llevando a muchas comunidades agrícolas a condiciones climáticas extremas.?? En Centroamérica, Chemonics realizó una nueva evaluación sobre la vulnerabilidad climática que analiza la evolución de estas crisis y las oportunidades de adaptación a corto y largo plazo para ayudar a asegurar las fuentes de ingreso agrícolas en la región. Esta evaluación se realizó para la actividad Alianza para las Causas Fundamentales y las Oportunidades (#ARCO), en el marco de colaboración bilateral de Sembrando Oportunidades,una iniciativa de USAID México y la Agencia Mexicana de Cooperación Internacional para el Desarrollo (AMEXCID) que busca generar oportunidades económicas para jóvenes y agricultores de El Salvador, Honduras y Guatemala para abordar las causas fundamentales de la migración irregular. ?? Lée la evaluación aquí: https://ow.ly/uK0c50Ubhog #ClimateResilience #ClimateAdaptation #CentralAmerica

While women-led micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) make important contributions to global growth and #economic resilience, they face significant challenges accessing to finance due to limited definitions of collateral, risk, and credit worthiness. In this new blog, our Natalie (Smith) Bynum, economic growth and trade specialist, and Carolyne Kirabo, founder and CEO of M-Kyala Ventures, discuss the #innovative solutions necessary to address these challenges, and close the #FinanceGap for women-led #MSMEs. ?? https://ow.ly/IaFu50Ub26g

In the next part of our series of short videos illustrating the 8 USAID-endorsed Locally Led Adaptation Principles, see how the USAID Feed the Future Bangladesh Horticulture, Fruits, and Non-Food Crops Activity works with the Government of #Bangladesh to transform the country’s #agriculture sector! Through these efforts, the Activity promotes transparency and accountability at both the local and systems levels, and improves #FoodSecurity by building resilient, robust agriculture market systems in the face of #ClimateChange. ????

On December 12, we’ll be co-hosting an exciting hybrid event with Gallaudet University International Development MA Program (IDMA), Inclusive Development Partners (IDP), and U.S. International Council on Disabilities (USICD), to launch the new USAID Disability Policy, Nothing Without Us! ?? Featuring a plenary on how to pave the way ahead for all abilities to thrive within USAID-funded programs, the summit will explore actionable strategies to implement the policy and advance #DisabilityInclusive development. Watch this space for more information about the agenda and speakers! Register to join us in person, in Washington, D.C., or online: https://ow.ly/cNZ450U999y

#ClimateChange is impacting coastal #Tanzania through increasing temperatures, unpredictable rainfall, and rising sea levels, exacerbating coastal erosion, saltwater intrusion, and habitat destruction. However, the USAID Heshimu Bahari Project continues to strengthen the ecological resilience of high marine biodiversity areas by working closely with local partners. Check out the next part of our series of short videos illustrating the 8 USAID-endorsed Locally Led Adaptation Principles to fight climate change! ????