The sign-on letter, directed to bilateral and multilateral funders and foundations, conveys the strong support of local and community-based organizations from the Majority World (Global South) for the ongoing shift of power and resources towards more locally led approaches. It provides five suggestions to enhance the inclusion of these organizations in international events, emphasizing equal representation, access to the table, respect for participation, language accessibility, and collaborative agenda-setting. The letter underscores the importance of true partnership in achieving locally led development and encourages funders to operationalize these steps for more meaningful collaboration. Read more here.
Source: Majority World