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From Corporate to Impact: Sparsh’s Journey with ISDM | PGP-DM Admissions Open!

"Two years in corporate left me searching for purpose—ISDM gave me the answer." – Sparsh, PGP-DM Alum

After spending two years in the corporate sector, Sparsh found himself questioning the impact of his work. Seeking a meaningful career, he joined ISDM, where he explored the social sector, gained critical management skills, and connected with inspiring changemakers. Today, he’s driving impact at Project Deep, enabling financial empowerment through unconditional cash transfers.

If you're looking to transition into the social sector and turn your skills into meaningful impact, ISDM’s 11-month Post Graduate Program in Development Management (PGP-DM) is the place to start.

Admissions are open for the Class of 2025-26!

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Are you compelled to make a deep, long-lasting impact and see your future in the social sector? Join ISDM's 11 month Post Graduate Management Course in Development Management.  

Application Deadline: 21 March.

Start your application now: https://app.isdm.org.in/?utm_source=submissions&utm_medium=images&utm_campaign=seo

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Women’s Day: Has Anything Really Changed?

Women’s Day celebrations continue, but real change is slow. Despite progress, gender equality remains a challenge. Are we moving beyond symbolism?

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LeadersSpeakatDoDM2024 | Sudarshan Suchi | The Reliance Foundation

Hear from Sudarshan Suchi, Chief Development Officer at Reliance Foundation and a passionate advocate for participatory processes and inclusive development. With nearly four decades of experience in the sector, Sudarshan’s journey is a testament to purpose-driven leadership and creating meaningful impact.

Reflecting on DoDM 2024, Sudarshan describes it as a transformative platform bringing together corporates, NGOs, and governments to collaborate on India’s development agenda. He highlights the power of human connections, the potential for networking, and the importance of agreeing to agree—or disagree—to work collectively toward the vision of a "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India).

Sudarshan also lauds ISDM for its unique blend of systems thinking and nurturing passionate professionals, enabling them to become active citizens shaping the nation’s future.

From thought-provoking panels to an inspiring community of young leaders, DoDM 2024 showcased how collaboration and development management principles can drive impactful change.

Stay tuned to explore more insights from India’s only National Conference on Development Management!

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LeadersSpeakatDoDM2024 | Chandrika Bahadur | The Antara Foundation

Hear from Chandrika Bahadur, CEO of @theantarafoundation , a distinguished global leader with over 20 years of experience across multilateral institutions, foundations, non-profits, and governments. As the former President of the SDSN Association and Founder-Director of the SDG Academy, Chandrika brings unparalleled insight into sustainable development and institutional transformation.

Reflecting on her experience at DoDM 2024, Chandrika highlights the power of convening diverse voices and the dynamic evolution of India’s social sector. She emphasizes the importance of breaking silos between corporate and social sectors to foster innovative solutions and inclusive leadership for India’s development journey.

From thought-provoking panels to an inspiring community of young leaders, DoDM 2024 showcased how collaboration and development management principles can drive impactful change.

Stay tuned to explore more insights from India’s only National Conference on Development Management!

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Resilient Futures: Mastering Financial Sustainability for NGOs | DoDM 2024

Learn strategies for building financial resilience and operational independence for NGOs in this insightful session. Explore practical approaches to creating reserves, securing unrestricted grants, and diversifying donor bases to ensure long-term sustainability.

Gain actionable insights from: Anushri Alva (CEO) Adhyayan Foundation Poonam Choksi (Vertical Head) A.T.E. Chandra Foundation Arghya Sengupta (Founder & Research Director) Vidhi Ajay Jayaram (Head, Partnerships) OGQ

Co-hosted by the A.T.E. Chandra Foundation, this session equips non-profit leaders with the tools needed to navigate changing funding environments and achieve their missions sustainably. Strengthen your organisation’s financial future today!

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Blueprints for Resilience: Turning Bold Visions into Strategic Action | DoDM 2024 - YouTube

Learn how to craft strategic plans that empower non-profits to achieve long-term goals while strengthening organisational resilience. This session dives into key steps for creating effective strategies, addressing common challenges, avoiding pitfalls, and implementing best practices.

Featuring insights from: Jayant Rastogi (Global CEO) Magic Bus India Foundation Shashank Rastogi (Partner) The Bridgespan Group Sonal Kapoor (Founder & CEO) Protsahan India Foundation Srikanth Viswanathan (CEO) Janaagraha Centre for Citizenship and Democracy Antaraa Vasudev (Founder) Civis

Co-hosted by Magic Bus India Foundation and The Bridgespan Group, this session provides actionable strategies for transforming bold visions into sustainable impact. Conclude your journey toward resilience with a roadmap for strategic excellence!

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Outcomes Readiness self-assessment by January 26th, 2025.

Swipe to see the exciting incentives we’ve curated for non-profits who complete and submit the Outcomes Readiness self-assessment by January 26th, 2025.

The tool is designed to help non-profits define, measure, and enhance their preparedness for outcomes-based finance: https://lnkd.in/grZFTWCj

Sign up and submit the assessment soon!

Brought to you by the British Asian Trust, Indian School of Development Management (ISDM) and Atma - An Accelerator for NGOs for NGOs, with support from 360 ONE Foundation.

360 ONE Wealth, 360 ONE Asset, ILSS - India Leaders for Social Sector India Fundraising Conference hashtag#IFRC2025

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Standardised Impact Metrics: Yay or Nay! | DoDM 2024

Are standardised impact metrics the future of the social sector, or does a one-size-fits-all approach create more challenges? Learn about the pros and cons of impact standardisation and its implications on measuring success from leaders at Sattva Consulting, NITI Aayog, Gram Vikas, and more.

Speakers: Rathish Balakrishnan, Co-founder and Managing Partner, Sattva Consulting Dr. Radha Ashrit, Deputy Director General, DMEO, NITI Aayog Liby T Johnson, Executive Director, Gram Vikas Nikhil Pingle, Chief, Strategy & Research, Magic Bus India Foundation Abhinav Bhatia, Program Manager, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation India, LLP Soha Moitra, Regional Director, CRY Reshma Anand, Regional Director, Ford Foundation

Gain a deeper understanding of how to navigate the complexities of impact measurement in a diverse and evolving sector.

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Philanthropy and Sustainability: How to Ensure Longevity of the Sector? | DoDM 2024

Building resilience in the social sector requires more than just program funding. Learn about the importance of grants and philanthropic investments in supporting operational sustainability and driving impactful change. Sector leaders from Haqdarshak, IPE Global, Frontier Markets, Educate Girls, and more share strategies for long-term impact.

Speakers: Aniket Doegar, CEO and Co-founder, Haqdarshak Anushree Parekh, Associate Director, Social Finance, British Asian Trust Himanshu Sikka, Chief Strategy and Diversification Officer, IPE Global Ajaita Shah, Founder & CEO, Frontier Markets Maharshi Vaishnav, CEO, Educate Girls Varun Gupta, Regional Head (North), BSE Ltd Pooja Monga, Senior Investment Associate, Bayond Capital Ventures Discover the secrets to building a resilient and impactful social sector for generations to come.

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Does Size Matter? Exploring Models of Scaling Impact | DoDM 2024

Does organisational size influence the ability to create a widespread impact? Learn from experts at Deloitte, PRADAN, Reliance Foundation, and Axis Bank Foundation as they examine different models for scaling social impact and the role of organisational structure in achieving sustainable change.

Speakers: Prateek Kanwal, Director, Social Impact Practice, Deloitte Sudarshan Suchi, Chief Development Officer, Reliance Foundation Saroj Mahapatra, Executive Director, PRADAN Dhruvi Shah, Executive Trustee and CEO, Axis Bank Foundation

Take away key strategies to effectively scale your organisation’s impact while staying true to your mission.

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Building Together for India@2047: The Evolving Roles of Samaaj and Sarkar | DoDM 2024

How can the government and social sector stakeholders evolve their roles to build a more equitable India? Learn from thought leaders from Nasscom Foundation, JSW Foundation, GuideStar India, and the Capacity Building Commission as they explore the interplay between Samaaj (society) and Sarkar (government). This session delves into creating a thriving ecosystem for driving meaningful social impact.

Speakers: Ashwini Saxena, CEO, JSW Foundation Dr. R Balasubramaniam, Member-HR, Capacity Building Commission Pushpa Aman Singh, Founder, GuideStar India Vishal Thakur, Vice President Social Innovations & CTO, Nasscom Foundation Be inspired to redefine the roles of society and government in creating a brighter future for India.

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Philanthropy as a Force for Social Change - Big Bets for the Future | DoDM 2024

What role does philanthropy play in shaping the future of social impact? This engaging plenary session from DoDM 2024 explores transformative ideas and bold strategies to harness philanthropy as a powerful force for societal change.

Speakers: Amit Chandra: Co-Founder of A.T.E. Chandra Foundation Mirik Gogri: Sustainability Investor at Spectrum Impact Rekha Koita: Director and Co-Founder of Koita Foundation Learn from leading philanthropists and investors as they share insights on impactful giving and sustainable strategies for addressing global challenges.

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𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: 𝐀 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 (𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐀)

Join the masterclass to explore strategies for fostering effective organisational growth while prioritising gender inclusivity and creating equitable environments within institutions.

Speakers: -Dr. Dr. Kaustuv K Bandyopadhyay, Director PRIA India -Nandita Pradhan Bhatt, Director, Martha Farrell Foundation and PRIA India -Deeksha Punia, Director, People Management, Indian School of Development Management

Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Date: November 21, 2024 Venue: Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi

DoDM 2024 is where visionary minds in the social sector converge to reshape how we build, manage, and scale organisations for sustained impact at scale.

Don't miss out on these pivotal conversations spanning 5 tracks and 21 sessions, including research paper presentations and masterclasses!

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Looking Back at DoDM 2023: Sparking Conversations for 2024 Are funders actively supporting non-profits in building organisational resilience?

Unfortunately, there’s a silence around it… not enough funders think about it, and development sector organisations hesitate to ask for admin costs.. there are some great people who have started voicing that this is a much neglected space and we need funding, and I am sure the trend will change.” – Naghma Mulla, CEO, Edelgive foundation, DoDM 2023 As we gear up for DoDM 2024 on November 21, 2024, building on last year’s conversations, join us for a day of insightful discussions, featuring plenaries, 3 tracks, 11 sessions, research presentations, and masterclasses—all aimed at building and shaping a resilient social sector for sustained social impact at scale.

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Dialogues on Development Management 2024

DoDM'24 serves as a one-stop platform in bringing together SPOs & Leaders to engage in meaningful discussions to build/expand initiatives.