With many practical examples and an in-depth understanding of the sector, the authors show what potential the large development organizations continue to have, especially in times of shrinking civic space, but also what challenges arise from the emergence of new social movements and expectations arise.
George E. Mitchell is an associate professor at the Marxe School of Public and International Affairs at Baruch College, City University of New York and a founding member of the Transnational NGO Initiative at the Maxwell School at Syracuse University. His work examines topics in NGO management, leadership, and strategy.
Hans Peter Schmitz is a professor at the School of Leadership and Education Sciences at the University of San Diego. He is also a co-founder of the Transnational NGO Initiative at the Maxwell School at Syracuse University. His current research focuses on NGOs, human rights, and global philanthropy.
Tosca Bruno-van Vijfeijken has worked on international development and civil society issues for 30 years in development practice, academia, and as an independent consultant. Before launching her consulting practice, Five Oaks Consulting, she was the director of the Transnational NGO Initiative at the Maxwell School at Syracuse University.