Consortium for Development Policy Research

CDPR's latest Insights for Change article is here! It looks at Behaviour change communication (BCC) - one of the most misunderstood tools in development practice. The article offers a practical framework for setting realistic expectations, designing campaigns that respect local context and power dynamics, and measuring what matters – behaviour and outcomes, not vanity metrics.

Author: Fasi Zaka

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[CDPR, Pakistan, Economy]

Pakistan is full of digital talent - but the global opportunity is still out of reach for many.
What’s holding our freelancers and IT firms back?
And what reforms can help them scale globally?

Join us for a policy dialogue bringing together researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore the future of freelancing in Pakistan.

🗓️ 17 Dec | 3:30–5:00 PM
📍 CDPR, Lahore

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The quality of graduate education in Pakistan is poor for many reasons, including complex university governance structures, lack of leadership qualities and inadequate government funding, as well as excessive bureaucratic control. CDPR's latest Insights for Change article, authored by Dr. Ishrat Husain, delves into the the issues that plague graduate education in Pakistan, and looks at the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) as a case study for its positive outcomes.

Author: Dr. Ishrat Husain

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[CDPR, Education, Pakistan, Karachi, IBA]