
The development sector is facing an unprecedented crisis. Recent global developments indicate a drastic reduction in funding, leading to potential job losses, project closures, and uncertainty about the future of humanitarian aid. The situation is further exacerbated by the fact that millions of students are currently pursuing degrees in development studies, anticipating careers in this sector. Having spent over a decade in the development field, I have always been aware of the inherent risks and uncertainties. From the very beginning of my career, I understood that while we teach farmers and entrepreneurs about resilience and risk anticipation, we, too, must be prepared for a sector that may not offer long-term job security. However, if development work is truly a passion, survival will be possible, albeit through the principle of 'survival of the fittest.' The USAID Fund Crisis and Global Aid Cuts : The recent decision by the U.S. government to impose a 90-day pause on al...