DoDM: What Happened in 2024 and What’s Next in 2025

In a world where development challenges are increasingly interconnected, spaces that enable collaboration and fresh thinking are essential.

The Dialogues on Development Management (DoDM) is one such space. In 2024, it brought together over 1,100 participants from 470+ purpose-driven organisations.

In 2025, it's set to be even bigger and more action-driven. Expect immersive sessions, live polls, and networking breaks to stay engaged and energised throughout the day.

Looking Back: What Made DoDM 2024 So Impactful?

DoDM 2024 wasn't just a conference; it was a space to question, co-create, and reimagine how we build systems that truly serve.

Here's a glimpse of sessions:

• Storytelling for the Development Sector
• Data for Better Intervention Design
• A Gender-Inclusive Approach to Organisational Development
• Strengthening Compliance through Effective Governance
• New Age Communication for Social Impact

Participants left with:

• Hacks to communicate impact more effectively using analogies, credible data, and visuals
• Hands-on experience with the DataSights platform to extract actionable insights
• Strategies to build resilient organisations
• Compliance insights on the Income Tax Act, 1961, and FCRA

Voices of the Participants

We reached out to participants to hear how the experience resonated with them. Here is what they had to say.

"What stood out for me was the design and execution of the event, which were deeply rooted in the collaborative spirit of sector leaders."

"I deeply appreciate the platform that ISDM has created to bring attention to the critical field of Development Management."

"Got deep insights into using data as evidence and influencing decisions through data. While implementation is crucial for any project, communicating evidence must be aligned with the stakeholders' agenda."

"What stayed with me is the importance of identifying the right people and utilising data effectively."

What's Coming in 2025: New Ideas, Immersion and More

• Kick-off with a plenary on Viksit Bharat @2047 and the role of SPOs
• Dive into four immersive tracks on decentralised decision-making, managing intergenerational teams, building finance, and scaling impact
• Attend immersive masterclasses and engage with changemakers across the country
• Explore grassroots insights through research presentations
• Connect with peers, leaders, and innovators from the development space

DoDM 2025 promises a dynamic mix of learning, reflection, and meaningful dialogue.

Whether you are part of the social sector or passionate about change, DoDM 2025 invites you to join and strengthen Development Management.

Don't miss your chance to shape what's next. Register now for DoDM 2025.

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