{UAH} FW: Global development in 2014: 6 things to watch out for

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Date: Thu, 2 Jan 2014 13:43:38 -0600
From: info@devex.com
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Subject: Global development in 2014: 6 things to watch out for

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To ensure delivery to your inbox, please add info@devex.com to your address book. January 2, 2014     QUOTABLE     "The best development outcomes are achieved when issues are addressed holistically." - Keith Howells, chairman of Mott MacDonald Be the first to see and share each week's Quotable by liking Devex on Facebook     DEVELOPMENT BUZZ     Global development in 2014: 6 things to watch out for By Raj Kumar The saying goes that it's dangerous to make predictions, especially about the future. But for the exciting new year ahead — and in a fast-changing global development landscape — Devex President and Editor-in-Chief Raj Kumar chances it. Here are six things to watch for in 2014. READ more ON DEVEX.COM  |           PHOTO OF THE WEEK     A holistic approach to healthcare In Mali, Muso has won recognition — and a cash prize — for its approach to promoting overall well-being of local households. How does it do it? Check out the photo here and share your own with us on Facebook. 8 surprising facts about SIDS The United Nations has designated 2014 as the International Year of Small Island Developing States. Here are some things you may not know about these economies.       #INNOV8AID     'For information about IUDs, reply 21' In some developing countries, people shy away from seeking information about family planning because of the stigma surrounding it. A U.S.-based NGO offers a solution to the challenge.       VUVUZELA     Sounding off on post-UN career planning For many in development, a position with the United Nations is a coveted role. This may be more true if you intend to spend your career with the U.N., but what if you need or decide to transition out of the institution? Coming from a large bureaucracy, former U.N. staffers suffer from perceptions of inefficiency and lack of innovation or results. As such, many development groups are not keen to hire or even shortlist them for a job, Devex Director of Global Recruiting Services Kate Warren notes in her latest Career Matters column. She then offers advice on how to overcome post-U.N. job hunting challenges. The issue stirred a heated debate among Devex readers. Read more and join the conversation!    GDB - The Weekly Global Development Briefing for the Devex Community | Copyright 2012 | Unauthorized commercial reapplication, reproduction or retransmission, in whole or in part, is prohibited. Manage your newsletter subscriptions | Read the latest Devex News Devex News RSS Feed | Connect with us Devex is the world's largest community of international development professionals, companies and NGOs. Corporate Headquarters: 1341 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036 USA | Main +1.202.249.222 | Fax +1.202.318.2456 | www.devex.com

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