1. Scrutinising Success and Failure in Development Institutions, Theories of Change and Capacity Development

2. Three Eras of Development Technocentric Localist (paticipatory) Institutionalist

3. Theories of Change The paradigms, beliefs, assumptions and intervention logic of development Institutions The formal and informal rules and structures that shape social, economic and political life Capacity Development The abilities and resources individuals, organisations and societies need to set and achieve goals

4. Two Reasons for Success and Failure Success Theory Failure Implementation Failure Absolute Failure Theory ImplementationResult Adapted from Margoluis and Salafsky (1998)

5. Objectives Provide an introduction to the latest thinking on institutions and theories of change, Explore case studies from different sectors in development, Engage participants in drawing lessons and insights for their own work, Assess the implications for policy and capacity development.

6. Programme Introduction Starting with our own experiences Key Note presentations Theories of Change – Irene Guijt Institutions - Jaap Voeten and Saeed Parto Lunch Thematic discussion groups Synthesis – Panel chaired by Cees Leeuwis

7. An Open Invitation Given the interest in this topic we will explore using the inputs to this seminar as the foundation for a book Feedback on this idea welcome!

8. Exploring Experiences Think of a desired change that has succeed or failed What were the underlying ideas and assumptions that led to the actions taken? How correct did they turn out to be? What were the most critical formal and informal institutions influencing success or failure in this situation? What are the implications for capacity Development You will be facilitated to illustrate your reflections