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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

MFAN Welcomes Friends of the Global Fight Against AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria to our coalition. Led by Chris Collins, Friends of the Global Fight advocates for strong, sustained U.S. support for the Global Fund and the programs working to end #AIDS, #Tuberculosis and #Malaria. #ForeignAssistance

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

MFAN welcomes new member @malarianomore.org. Led by Bill Steiger, Malaria No More envisions a world where no one dies from a mosquito bite. #ForeignAssistance #GlobalDevelopment #InternationalDevelopment #USAID

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

MFAN welcomes new member @onecampaign.bsky.social as part of our coalition. Led by Ambassador Mark Green, ONE is a global, nonpartisan organization advocating for the investments needed to create economic opportunities and healthier lives in #Africa. #ForeignAssistance #GlobalDevelopment

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

G2G assistance is back in the #ForeignAssistance conversation. In a new MFAN Policy Commentary, retired USAID Development Lawyer and senior leader Peter Young shares lessons from 20 years designing and managing G2G partnerships across Africa and Asia. Check out his insights: tinyurl.com/kzxmf3u5

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

6 lessons from a recent Capitol Hill discussion on #DevelopmentFinance – and one clear message: countries can't be expected to finance more of their own development priorities overnight without significant U.S. investment in country systems. Learn more: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/f...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Hiring at the State Department and USDA is a welcome step toward rebuilding U.S. #ForeignAssistance capacity. But effective program management will also require sustained investments in #DevelopmentExpertise, field-based staff, and operational readiness. Read our statement: tinyurl.com/h285kf69

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

At a June 4 briefing hosted by MFAN and the Consensus for Development Reform, experts explored domestic resource mobilization, private investment, debt management, and country ownership. As Ambassador Mark Green noted: development should help countries achieve #selfreliance - not dependence.

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

As U.S. #ForeignAssistance consolidates into the #StateDepartment, the question is no longer whether it happens—but whether it’s designed to preserve what makes development effective. In our new Policy Commentary, Dennis Vega of Pact outlines 4 priorities for getting this right. tinyurl.com/4bkrrh48

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

As debates continue on the future of U.S. international assistance, many of today’s key policy, budget, and implementation challenges were flagged early in MFAN’s bipartisan 2025 roadmap. Nearly a year later, the recommendations remain highly relevant: Check out the report: tinyurl.com/5e7mf29m

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We’re honored that MFAN has been named Site of the Month in the May–June 2026 issue of the @afsaorg.bsky.social Foreign Service Journal. We’re proud to be recognized for our work advancing practical, bipartisan reforms to strengthen U.S. development and humanitarian assistance. tinyurl.com/y8uymzs5

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Check out MFAN’s updated 2026 factsheet! At a pivotal moment for U.S. foreign assistance, the factsheet highlights our continued work advancing practical, bipartisan reform grounded in accountability, country ownership, and evidence-based policy. cdn.prod.website-files.com/63764cef7a7a...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

How do we ensure foreign assistance leads to lasting, #LocallyLedoutcomes? In @MFAN’s latest blog, Counterpart International shares 4 lessons from decades of experience transitioning programs to local actors – from design to long-term sustainability. Read more: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/4...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

As the House prepares for the FY27 markup, MFAN’s testimony highlights a growing capacity gap in the State Department's #ForeignAssistance and calls for urgent reforms - including fixing #transparency gaps, and prioritizing evidence in funding decisions. cdn.prod.website-files.com/63764cef7a7a...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

MFAN’s Spring 2026 Quarterly Update is here. As U.S. #ForeignAssistance continues to undergo significant transformation, this edition explores key priorities for delivering effective, accountable, and locally led programs at scale. Read more: us13.campaign-archive.com?u=cb2d0b834a...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Civil society can ask the hard questions. As our recent G2G report highlights - G2G agreements only deliver when they’re accountable. In #Mozambique, N'weti put that to the test - by digging into the fine print of a billion-dollar health deal. Read more: tinyurl.com/f8b4w55t

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Aid in an Era of Disruption. In his new @MFAN blog, George Ingram explores how dramatic shifts in geopolitics, declining budgets, and a fragmented global system are forcing a rethink of #DevelopmentAssistance and #AidEffectiveness. Read more: tinyurl.com/4sema4xs

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Congress is calling for more effective & transparent U.S. foreign assistance. In our new MFAN blog, Delia Welsh, Mathematica, and David Alzate, GiveDirectly, outline how the @StateDept can strengthen #MonitoringAndEvaluation and cost-effectiveness. Read more: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/t...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

G2G Recommendation #6 emphasizes supporting local orgs and the private sector. Effective programs fund community oversight, expand social contracting to reach marginalized populations, engage local suppliers & promote pro-business reforms. Read more: cdn.prod.website-files.com/63764cef7a7a...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

G2G Recommendation #4: By using milestone-based financing, planning for contingencies, strengthening anti-corruption safeguards & pairing funding with targeted technical assistance, G2G agreements can manage risk and deliver results. Read MFAN’s roadmap: lnkd.in/eiK-isHY

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

G2G Recommendation #5 underscores that effective project management is what ultimately determines success. Rigorous planning, consistent data validation, regular reviews, and the flexibility to adapt when conditions change are essential to delivering results. Read more: lnkd.in/eiK-isHY

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

G2G Recommendation #3 – Use Government Systems. Sustainability requires stronger public systems. This includes: budget financing, national payrolls, procurement, independent audits & domestic co-investment. Learn more in MFAN’s new roadmap: lnkd.in/eiK-isHY

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

G2G Recommendation #2 – Build the Right Relationships. G2G is about partnering with: finance, planning & local gov, civil society, women leaders & vulnerable populations. True multi-ministry engagement reduces long-term dependency. Learn more in MFAN’s new roadmap: lnkd.in/eiK-isHY

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

As the U.S. pivots to direct #G2G assistance, MFAN's new report aims to ensure the shift is effective & accountable. Today, we highlight the first recommendation: Build the operational backbone—clear policy, strong staffing, standard tools, regular oversight. Learn more: lnkd.in/eiK-isHY

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Today, MFAN released a comprehensive roadmap for the State Department on implementing government-to-government assistance. It outlines how to safeguard taxpayer dollars, strengthen partner systems, embed anti-corruption protections, and deliver measurable results. Read it now: tinyurl.com/35zv5mu8

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

The U.S. is shifting to bilateral #GlobalHealth agreements: MFAN’s latest blog shares 7 lessons from our recent Hill briefing panel to strengthen these agreements & ensure they save lives, build country ownership, and drive impact: www.modernizeaid.net/press-room/s... #ForeignAid

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Read the full report here: cdn.prod.website-files.com/63764cef7a7a...

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Yesterday, MFAN in conjunction with the Caucus for Effective Foreign Assistance held a congressional staff briefing on the mass terminations of USAID programs and the Administration’s plan to abolish USAID. It was a critical discussion on the ramifications for America’s role in the world.

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

With the decimation of USAID, there’s an urgent need to prevent further erosion of the U.S.'s ability to address global crises and advance our strategic interests. Our new paper outlines actionable steps to strengthen America’s global leadership. Read our recommendations here: tinyurl.com/3ervrx22

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Modernizing Foreign Assistance Network @modernizeaid.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Indiscriminate directives are harming America's global influence. Last week, MFAN & the bipartisan Caucus for Effective Foreign Assistance held a packed Hill briefing on the stop work order, 90-day review & USAID’s future. Experts weighed in on what’s next. #ReformNotRetreat

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