Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. The Story So Far
3. The Convergence Framework
4. The Macro
5. The Micro
6. The Fragile context
7. Conclusion

Promotional Information

An essential framework for assessing success in international development, challenging how we view fragile states, conflict zones, and the ability of international agencies to take effective action.

About the Author

Meera Tiwari is an associate professor of international development studies at the University of East London, where she leads the MSC in NGO and Development Management. She has also played an active role in a number of development projects around the world, including work with the NGO Childreach International in India. Her previous books include After 2015: International Development Policy at a Crossroads (co-authored with Andrew Sumner, 2009) and The Capability Approach: From Theory to Practice (co-edited with Solava Ibrahim, 2014).

Reviews

In contrast to prevailing narratives of environmental doom and social division, Meera Tiwari explores the politics of developmental success in recent decades. She shows that a combination of individual and collective agency and the ability to bring together state and non-state actors in pursuit of a common goal underlies both macro and micro breakthroughs, and even shows promising signs in fragile and conflict-affected states. A valuable contribution to understanding how change happens.
*Dr Duncan Green, Professor in Practice in International Development at the London School of Economics, UK*

This book, by an authority on multidimensional poverty, represents a significant contribution to understanding what really works. In an era when many development programmes fail to make an impact, the convergence hypothesis explored by Meera Tiwari is much needed. Drawing on comprehensive research and expertise, this book takes as its premise that the energy, participation and aspirations of micro actors can play a critical role in the success of international development.
*Diana Skelton, Policy and Practice Co-Editor at the Journal of Poverty and Social Justice, and National Coordination Team of ATD Fourth World*