About

Results for Development is a global nonprofit catalyzing locally led systems change in health, education and nutrition. We support country leaders to build strong systems and institutions that deliver lasting and large-scale impact.

 

Our approach

At R4D, we’re innovating and testing new approaches to ensure country leaders are supported and equipped to build systems and institutions capable of adapting, learning and sustaining change over the long-term. And we’re reimagining development ecosystems that center country leaders, elevate local expertise and support vibrant international learning networks.

We partner with country governments, local organizations and development partners worldwide to catalyze lasting and large-scale progress in health, education and nutrition.

We do this in two ways: We provide tailored support to country leaders as they navigate complex systems-change processes. And we help build a more supportive ecosystem that is truly responsive to country leaders’ priorities.

Our people

Our team of 150+ experts from 9 countries brings together local knowledge with global expertise and experience. We combine strong technical expertise in health, education and nutrition with a deep understanding of systems change.

Our partners

Whether we’re working with government agencies, a local think tank or university, or a global development partner, nurturing genuine partnerships is at the heart of how we work.

We complement and strengthen our partner organizations’ capabilities. We’re proud of the relationships we’ve built, and it’s these networks that allow us to deliver real, lasting impact for our partners — and the people they serve.

 

Our vision: Healthy, educated people — the foundation of prosperous societies.

Our mission: We work with change agents around the globe — government, civil society and private sector leaders— to create self-sustaining systems for health, education and nutrition.

Our History

R4D was founded in 2008 to bridge the gap between thinking and doing, turning evidence-based ideas into action. In 2017, we adopted a new mission that placed local change agents at the center of our systems strengthening work, marking a strategic shift toward deeper collaboration with country leaders and an expanded global presence.

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Global & Regional Initiatives to Catalyze Stronger Systems

R4D designs and leads global and regional initiatives that connect local leaders and their partners to promote local agendas and achieve locally led results.