Localization at a Crossroads: Turning Rhetoric into Reality
Explore the critical insights from Dr. Donna Vincent Roa, Project Director at Panagora Group, on the localization agenda in international development. This article examines the gap between the ideals of localization and the realities faced by local organizations in the Global South. It highlights the need for local leaders to be empowered as strategic partners, rather than mere implementers, in decision-making processes. Dr. Roa advocates for innovative funding approaches and streamlined compliance to foster true collaboration and sustainability. Join the conversation on how to transform localization from rhetoric into actionable solutions that yield lasting development impacts.