About Us

The Humanitarian Centre is a thriving not-for-profit Cambridge-based network for international relief and development. We bring together NGOs, researchers, consultants, entrepreneurs, academics, students, business leaders and other individuals who work to reduce global poverty and inequality. By connecting local, national and international expertise, across sectors and disciplines, we maximize our contribution to global change.

The Humanitarian Centre exists to support the sharing of best practice and to facilitate collaborative, innovative partnerships, as well as to build the skills and capacity of NGOs and individuals. We provide a forum for dialogue on key international development issues, as well as an access point for individuals interested in participating in development-related activities. By connecting people and adding value to their work in the UK, the Humanitarian Centre positively impacts the lives of people and communities across the world.

Current activity includes:

• Events, including talks, panel discussions and networking opportunities.
• Publications, including our most recent report: ‘Upgrading development: Can technology alleviate poverty?: 2011 Cambridge International Development report: ICT4D’.
• Themed years on international development issues. Our theme for 2010-11 was ICT4D (Information and Communication Technologies for Development), and this year in 2011-12 we are focusing on Global Health.
• Training and resources for charities and not-for-profit organisations.