Empowering women in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Is it possible for chocolate, coffee, and gold to be responsibly produced in a way that also empowers women? This business says, "Yes — watch us."
The world needs 4 million new teachers. Is your country running...
An estimated 12 million more teachers will be needed by 2020 to achieve universal primary education.
2019 Nobel Prize winners: Economic sciences
Harvard and MIT professors have transformed the global fight against poverty by conducting precise experiments among affected communities.
How U.S. aid avoids ‘debt-trap diplomacy’
Sometimes foreign loans and investment come with strings attached.
Peace Corps volunteers making a difference in the Philippines
The Peace Corps has sent 8,800 volunteers to the Philippines since 1961. Some 180 are there today as teachers, conservationists and community developers.
U.S. sanctions Iran’s central bank for terror ties [infographic]
The U.S. is increasing sanctions on Iran's regime for shifting money slated for the country's economic development to terrorism.
U.S. companies help rebuild Iraq
Post-ISIS Iraq has embarked on rebuilding its battered economy and is looking abroad for private sector partners to tackle major reconstruction projects.
U.S. donates lifesaving aircraft to Honduras
The Honduran Air Force now uses U.S.-built aircraft for rescue missions, humanitarian assistance and efforts to disrupt narcotrafficking.
Women break boundaries in the energy sector
USAID is working in nine countries to increase the number of women in the energy sector, especially in higher-paying technical and leadership positions.