Governments and nongovernmental organizations around the world utilize community-driven development (CDD) approaches to address complex and overlapping development challenges. CDD approaches have a ...

Demand for critical minerals is on the rise, with global extraction projected to increase by more than 60% by 2060. Geopolitical competition over supply chains is intensifying, with new tariffs and ...

Informal settlements in Africa are diverse. Across regions and even in the same city, socioeconomic and physical conditions vary. One thing is common though: upgrading them is a challenge. Among the ...

Working directly with communities, the JSDF has funded nearly 800 projects in more than 90 countries, improving the lives and livelihoods of millions of people since 2000 In 2024, jointly with the ...