Why focus on reach?
The Reach Alliance is inspired by the United Nations’ call to eliminate global poverty by 2030 as part of a set of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) intended to transform our world.
More than 700 million people, roughly 10% of the world’s population, live in extreme poverty today. When poor families and communities can improve their well-being and unleash their potential, economic growth accelerates and everyone benefits.
The Reach Alliance understands that to pursue the full achievement of the SDGs , development approaches must change. Bold innovation and collaboration across all sectors is essential for success.
“Reach brings stories from the frontline to decision makers and thought leaders, and enables people at the last mile to have a voice, and improve on the status quo, challenge business as usual, and have a greater impact.”
How do you deliver vaccines to children living in a slum?
How do nomadic herders access renewable and reliable energy?
How can urban refugees access cash assistance?
The Reach Alliance provides answers to these types of questions through its research into development programs that have successfully harnessed the power of innovation and technology and are delivering services to the most marginalized populations. By publishing annual case studies, the Reach Alliance produces actionable development intelligence for partners. Governments, NGOs, international organizations and the private sector can use these findings to scale or replicate programs and enhance global impact.
“Reach is a microcosm of exactly what we need to do in terms of breaking down barriers across sectors and disciplines. ”
Our Mission
We pursue the full achievement of the SDGs by equipping and empowering the next generation of global leaders to create knowledge and inspire action on reaching the hardest to reach.
Interested in joining Reach?
The recruitment process for the Reach Alliance typically begins in the spring for the following academic year.