How to strengthen your engagement with governments

In an insightful article, Chandler Foundation CEO Tim Hanstad outlines 11 practical tips for NGOs seeking to strengthen their engagement with governments and further their missions1. Let’s delve into these valuable recommendations, Define the large-scale change you want to achieve, Consider the ideal role of government in accomplishing that change (e.g., policy change, large-scale implementation, institution improvement, or resource provision), Identify potential champions within the government, nuture relationships, build the trust and consider formalizing the same. Leverage upon location, Nurture these relationships, build trust, and recognize that this process takes time. Remember, effective collaboration between NGOs and governments can lead to transformative outcomes that benefit