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Devex - DfID to increase trade role in future - Greening

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“The U.K. Department for International Development could play an increasing role in trade in the future, according U.K. Secretary of State for International Development Justine Greening. Speaking exclusively to Devex in London after delivering her final speech before the U.K. general elections on May 7, Greening said the department was progressively looking to enhance economies in developing countries…” Read the full article at Devex.com

Young people's role in international development

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In spring 2015 I wrote a series of articles focused on how young people play a role in international development for Devex.com. Here is a selection from the #YouthWill campaign: Three key ingredients for building a peaceful generation Millions of young people affected by conflict around the world are trying to make their voices heard. Whether they do so peacefully depends on their inclusion in communities’ social and political development… Read more What young people need to lead U.K. Young Ambassador to the Commonwealth Leon Ward, 23, dedicates his time to activities many adults might find surprising. In addition to a full-time job, he delivers young U.K. citizens’ views to heads of state of the 53 Commonwealth countries. He is a trustee of global development charity Plan International, and also supports a national charity campaigning on young people’s sexual health… Read more In Libya, a young woman helms crusade for a gend...