S6 Ep14: Graduation programmes: BRAC’s approach to targeting the ultra-poor

Shameran Abed, Executive Director of BRAC International, shares insights on BRAC’s graduation approach, designed to lift ultra-poor households out of poverty. He explores how the model, first pioneered in Bangladesh, uniquely tailors support through community involvement. The conversation delves into the transformative power of comprehensive aid, sustainable livelihood strategies, and the importance of continuous impact evaluation. Abed emphasizes scaling these innovative programs to meet global needs, especially for marginalized groups.