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Localization upstages production values in global development videos
Some International Development Executives believe high-quality video is better than locally-made video, even if the videos are dubbed or subtitled, we have not found this to be true. illuminAid is a staunch advocate of hyper-localized video that resonates better with the audience and can spur emotions that can catalyze positive behavior change in key aspects of life
Generosity: giving to improve everyone’s well-being
The relationship between generosity and a satisfying life is more than just psychological. Giving actually releases the same hormones you get when you eat a great meal, listen to beautiful music or spend time with loved ones.
Monitoring and Evaluation for NGO
Although NGOs may benefit from different sources of finance, they all need reporting requirements to ensure their investments generate targeted social impact and their partner properly addresses accountability and transparency concerns.
Charity: a silent superhero
Charity has allowed us to come together from myriad walks of life to support the growth and development of communities around us.
Retrospective: Partnership and friendship - Ministry of Health and Social Welfare in The Gambia
In the non-profit world, we build long-lasting friendships with our partners that uplifts both of our organizations and inspires us to execute the best possible humanitarian work for the most underprivileged people in the world.
What is a cordless projector?
Modern palm-sized digital projectors, such as those utilized by illuminAid today, can display crystal clear video in bright sunlight.
A look back on AIFO Liberia
The first illuminAid partnership of 2021 was with AIFO Liberia. We revisit our work together and also track recent progress the organization has made post-workshop.
Trends in global poverty
Global poverty is a topic near and dear to the heart of illuminAid’s mission and affects millions worldwide. Thankfully, the number of people living in poverty has declined in the past few decades.