Many development projects fail to improve the lives of people in the developing world. Despite the good intentions of the project designers, many of these projects cause more problems than they solve. Straightforward water projects are implemented and fail to provide water; innovative technology is quickly abandoned; and large development projects which cost hundreds of millions of dollars leave the beneficiaries worse off than before. It is important to learn how to design and implement effective and sustainable projects that incorporate the needs of the beneficiaries.

About the Presenter: David F. Tye has 10 over ten years of experience working in international development, including 5 years living and working in East Africa as the East Africa Regional Manager for Trees for the Future. He is currently the Managing Director of Project Eviiive, a Pittsburgh-based non-profit that provides innovative water solutions to communities in the developing world. He has a MA in International Development from American University and a BS in Environmental Science from Northern Arizona University.

Pizza will be provided.