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Supporting Leadership

Support often does not match what we know about developmental leadership or collective action. It can fail to recognize the political nature of change or the necessity of deep cultural understanding, and how support in turn shapes these. Explore research and insights on how external development agencies can effectively support those pushing for change.
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    DLP has been enormously influential in shaping my thinking and teaching about leadership and change. It combines conceptual clarity, with usable tools in areas such as political analysis, and case studies that are invaluable in bringing complex arguments to life.
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    Duncan Green
    Oxfam
    The Developmental Leadership Program has deeply influenced my work in supporting locally-led reform in the Pacific.
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