About Us
We are grounded in our global network of locally led development experts driven by passion and purpose.
- 320+
Local Works Alumni
Our experienced, global community of practice built over a decade remains active, motivated, and connected.
- 400+
Community Partners
We’re connected with trusted grassroots organizations led by the communities they continue to support.
- 64
Countries
We bring a breadth of geographic experience and connection.
Our Committed Experts
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“We need to shift from delivering projects to building local systems that deliver.”
Duong Nguyen · Vietnam
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“Channel development funding with local partners, not around them.”
Bigbouy Chikwavarara · Zimbabwe
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“Community-led development is not a luxury—it’s a necessity.”
Zeeste Jahanzaib · Pakistan