Development, reimagined for a world in crisis.
The Global Development Institute is an agile, digital-first think tank, powered by a global network of development experts united in rethinking social good for the 21st century.
Our Three Pillars of Action
Powered by a strong alumni community around the world, we connect organizations with specialized development expertise — from climate resilience to digital inclusion.
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AI-powered. Data-driven. Future-proof. We harness frontier technologies to deliver development solutions that move at the speed of crisis and scale with the needs of communities worldwide.
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Who We Serve
We partner with organizations and communities that are ready to re-imagine development for the 21st century: Foundations & NGOs / CSR Teams / Local Communities / Universities & Academic Institutions.
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Our Mission
We challenge old, top-down models of development — reinventing it through technology that empowers communities, unlocks new funding models, and builds lasting capacity. Agile. Inclusive. Sustainable.
Our Principles
Designing with, not for, communities.
Harnessing AI and frontier tools responsibly.
Every solution measured against its planetary impact.
Real-time reporting and data you can trust.
Rapid prototyping, fast learning, global reach.
About Us
The Global Development Institute unites a global network of experts who work across research, consulting, and field implementation to reimagine development for today's challenges. Our research arm generates actionable insights, our consulting network supports organizations with specialized expertise, and our development projects turn ideas into solutions that deliver measurable impact. Together, we help communities and partners build systems that are resilient, data-driven, and locally led.
Development, Done Differently
Join us in building a new path for social good — one bold enough for today's crises and innovative enough for tomorrow's opportunities.