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A global movement to save lives and livelihoods when floods strike is to enter a second phase - 4 July 2018
A global movement to save lives and livelihoods when floods strike is to enter a second phase.
Find out moreDevelopment charity looks for new talent - 22 June 2018
Innovative development charity Practical Action is set to recruit new members to its marketing and fundraising team as part of a transformation of the way in which it communicates and fundraises.
Find out moreCBA12 Conference - 11-14 June 2018
Adaptation technologies create opportunities for small-scale farmers. Find out more about Practical Action's participation in the conference.
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Technology for Development
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