Innovations, Research Development & Impact

We drive impactful solutions & partner with those that seek to foster change that preserves human dignity

The power of grassroot collaboration

Vibrant Chimutu Hara Women and the Youth Savings and Village                  

Loan Association (VSLA) Small bets making an impact                                  

Malawi Union of The Blind

Leads in assisting children with special needs in the peri urbans of malawi  

& Intensifies Eye screening in Malawi in the peri urbans of  Lilongwe Malawi

Nsaru Rural Women Assembly

Beekeeping and Afforestation Using Centre Model                                          

Projects

Beekeeping and Miyombo Woodlands                                                            

Mzimba Malawi, February 27, 2019

Women at a shifting market with their produce, a product of VSLAs                  

Toilets in Schools’ Matter

How IDEA is making a difference                                                                     

Ulalo Bolsters

Mzimba North District Education’s PSLCE Coaching                                   

Sustainable Conservation Approaches

In order to maximize impact, innovations need to be tailored to specific contexts and be sustainable and scalable.

IDEA tackles development challenges, from improving access to essential services like healthcare and education to tackling climate change.

  • I4DI can empower individuals and communities, improving their quality of life through access to better education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
  • I4DI uses innovations to contribute to economic growth by creating ideas for new industries, jobs, and markets, fostering efficiency, and improving productivity.
  • I4DI sees innovations as essential for mitigating environmental damage, developing sustainable practices, and promoting a circular economy.

I4DI successful innovations need to be adapted to local contexts, considering cultural nuances, resource availability, and existing infrastructure. 

I4DI innovations must be sustainable in the long term, ensuring they can be replicated and scaled to reach a wider audience

I4DI examples of impactful innovations include microfinance, new climate smart farming technology, renewable energy technology, vaccines, telemedicine and digital technology

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