Pathfinders Grand Challenge on Inequality and Exclusion

In Brief

About the Project

The primary goal of the Pathfinders Grand Challenge is to strengthen the global consensus on the necessity of addressing both economic and group-based inequalities. To achieve this, the initiative aims to expand the coalition of countries, civil society actors, and multilateral organizations advocating for action on inequality and exclusion, and demonstrate leadership by implementing policies that promote equality and inclusion. Furthermore, the Grand Challenge seeks to demonstrate that change is possible by spotlighting effective policies, detailing how they garnered political and public support, and outlining how they were implemented. In addition, it offers practical tools and advice to countries and other policy influencers to support on-the-ground change through inclusive, people-centered policy-making.

The Pathfinders Inequality Solutions portal is a one-stop public resource of applied, well-researched global policies driving progress towards a more equitable and inclusive world. From solidarity taxes in Uruguay to housing solutions in New Zealand—the Portal’s mission is to inspire policy innovation and push the bounds of possibility in creating more equitable and inclusive societies for present and future generations.

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Why are we supporting this project?

There is a lack of understanding of how to tackle inequalities of all forms and the role different actors can play in breaking the stranglehold on policy. The Grand Challenge offers unique insights into these issues by collating case studies and perspectives from governments that have successfully addressed inequality alongside the voices of civil society and international financial institutions.

How does the project work?

The Pathfinders Initiative leverages its strong convening power across a wide range of countries and organizations to address system inequalities. It prioritizes historically marginalized groups through a multi-stakeholder approach, creating collaborative platforms focused on designing and implementing people-centered policies. The initiative provides advisory services to meet the growing demand for evidence-based frameworks and tools that mainstream and operationalize inclusion and equity at both local and national levels. It organizes roundtable events that address specific policy issues, bringing together academics and practitioners to implement ideas on the ground. Additionally, it conducts country visits involving discussions with different government departments and civil society groups to present Pathfinders’ work and learn about the needs, challenges, and innovative policies being applied or tested. Further efforts to influence policy include working with local partners to ensure inclusive policy design, implementation, and evaluation. In addition to their convening power, the Pathfinders emphasize research by publishing reports, papers, and blogs on solutions to inequality.