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This Week in Global Development

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Dive into the week's most critical global development news with the This Week in Global Development podcast. In each episode, hosts Adva Saldinger, David Ainsworth, and Rumbi Chakamba break down major headlines and invite leading experts for insightful analysis. Get up-to-date on news regarding foreign aid, humanitarian crises, the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals, finance, philanthropy, clima... more

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United Nations Undersecretary General and Special Envoy for Digital and Emerging Technologies.
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Naana Otoo-Oyortey
Executive Director of Forward UK
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Tonya Adair
President and CEO of Alternative for Girls
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Hosts

Rumbi Chakamba
Co-host of the series, often discussing key trends in global development and engaging with guest experts for in-depth analysis.
Adva Saldinger
Co-host and senior reporter focusing on global health and international policies affecting developmental aid.
David Ainsworth
Co-host of the podcast, addressing issues related to foreign aid and global development trends with expert guests.

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Engaging discussions with insightful perspectives on pressing global issues.
Hosts provide thorough analysis and expert commentary on development trends.
Listeners appreciate the focus on critical, timely topics that affect global communities.

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Q: How do you connect the dots between high-level AI dialogues and where do you see fragmentation?
Ambassador Gill points out that while there is recognition of AI's importance and a need for collective governance, fragmentation still exists in regulatory approaches and technology development.
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Q: What advice do you have for someone at the conference looking to have development conversations?
Engage in events outside your usual interests, fostering serendipitous relationships that could spark new ideas and collaborations.
The latest from the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos
Q: What are some of the lessons from your work that could inform how global health systems support locally led solutions?
Naana highlighted the importance of cultural understanding and community engagement in achieving sustainable change in health initiatives.
The latest from the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos
Q: How do you see women's health and rights as interconnected?
She emphasized that tackling health inequalities requires addressing rights abuses, and that gender equality is crucial for women to access essential health services.
The latest from the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos
Q: What inspired your work and what is the particular challenge you're looking to take on?
Naana Otoo-Oyortey discussed her commitment to fighting violence against women and improving their rights, motivated by personal experiences and community interactions.

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Focused on key global development issues, this series provides insightful discussions on pressing topics like foreign aid, climate change, and global health improvements. Each episode features hosts analyzing trends, policy shifts, and the intricacies of humanitarian crises, highlighting the impact these elements have on sustainable progress and community outcomes across the globe. Featuring expert guests, the discussions aim to deepen understanding of the ever-evolving landscape of development, making it a vital resource for professionals engaged in related fields.

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