We work in 15 countries in Africa and Asia, promoting innovative, sustainable solutions to critical development challenges. Countries do not exist in isolation from the complexities of their region, and many communities straddle porous borders. For this reason, we take a regional approach to program design, connecting sustainable improvements to quality of life to the development of the region as a whole.
Midwives are often on the frontlines of health care in developing countries, delivering crucial patient-centered care to women and their
The world’s 1.1 billion girls are a source of power, energy, and creativity.
Aditya Rau was part of the 2017-2018 cohort of the International Youth Fellowship Program. He participated in the International Development
Caro Rolando was part of the 2017-2018 cohort of the International Youth Fellowship Program. She participated in the media stream
Allie Shier was part of the 2017-2018 cohort of the International Youth Fellowship Program. She participated in the International Development
Gautham Krishnaraj was part of the 2017-2018 cohort of the International Youth Fellowship Program. He participated in the International Development
Duration: 2014-2017 Location: Mali Budget: $5.3 million (Global Affairs Canada: $4.5 million; AKFC: $800,000) Description: This program sought to improve
Duration: 2014-2017 Location: Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda Budget: $350,000 (AKFC: $150,000; International Development Research Centre: $150,000; Ford Foundation: $50,000) Description: Convened
Duration: 2011-2017 Location: Pakistan Budget: $19 million (Global Affairs Canada: $16 million; AKFC: $3 million) Description: The Enhancing Employability and
