Evaluation is an extremely insightful addition to planning in development initiatives, be it organizational, program, or strategic. But once evaluatio
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The Power of New Perspectives – Reflections on a Learning Tour
Evaluation, feedback, and learning are central to the way we work as an organization. We are always curious to learn about the takeaways and ongoing e
M&E from the Get-Go for Rotary-IEP Positive Peace Training
True Roots provided monitoring and evaluation (M&E) services for a Rotary global grant, "A Stronger Mexico: Pillars of Positive Peace:" a two-day
Coffee Co-ops: Redefining the Concept of Sustainability
Direct trade, micro-lots, and niche markets are just some of the new trends in third-wave coffee production. As with many emerging development “solu
How Positive Peace is Multi-Faceted in Nature
“This is the beauty of peace - it is personal, and intimate, and at the same time, it is something bigger than each of us”. (more…)
Women and Globalization: Online Course
True Roots co-founder Summer Lewis continues her contribution to the academic study of women’s role in international development as the instructor o
Young Alumni Award and International Development Lecture: True Roots at KSU
Summer Lewis, co-founder of True Roots, was named as one of three awardees recognized as outstanding alumni by the Kansas State University College of
M&E: Understanding Why It’s Not Enough to be Good
Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) is a key component of any project. But what is it exactly, and why is it important? (more…)
Navigating the Field of International Development: Advice and Q&A Session
Ever wondered what it's like working in the field of international development? What should you study? How do you get a job? How should you connect
A Story of Success and Resiliency: The Asociación Chajulense de Mujeres in Guatemala
True Roots was happy to see this blog post from The Coffee Trust celebrates the continued success of Juana Hu Mateo and the Asociación Chajulense de