As a consequence of the worldwide COVID-19 outbreak we are facing an unprecedented health, social and economic crisis, with severe implications for development – once again, the worst hit will be the most vulnerable in our societies.

As early responses to the pandemic emerge in several countries, we are not seeing an impact focus from governments who are starting to take action. The GSG believes there is a both a need and an opportunity for its global community of NABs and partners to take a leading role in responding to the crisis, particularly by focusing efforts on (impact) policy advocacy. These can be relevant across the different phases of the crisis, from emergency response during the immediate “survival” phase to longer-term enforcement of a new economic order that optimizes risk, return and impact.

This short paper is aimed at launching a structured, joint effort within our community by calling our members to help advance policy-led initiatives within and across markets.

Download the full paper here.