About Us

WHAT IS WDF (1991)?

The World Development Foundation (WDF) is a global development advisory firm. Our objective is to enable the partners to solve some of the most challenging development problems that exist across the globe. WDF was founded in 1991, by Ex-Advisors to multilateral agencies such as the United Nations (UN) and development banks.

HOW DO WE WORK?

Our goal is not to compete with institutions such as the United Nations and the World Bank, but to supplement the work that is being done by such multilateral organizations. WDF will assist at various stages of the project delivery process including program conceptualization, financing, implementation and evaluation. WDF is a niche player in the development space due to its linkages with the unique network of international organizations including large MNCs, global consulting corporations and emerging third world institutions.

A typical project is initiated by a request by a national-level NGO to examine and implement a development proposal. WDF finances projects through net contributions from each country office of WDF, trust funds, sponsorships, fund raising activities and donations.

HOW ARE WE ORGANIZED?

WDF seeks to operate through Country Directors in all countries. Country Directors and teams plan and execute WDF's activities locally in order to solve issues that hinder achieving time targets.