The Boston Network for International Development (BNID) was founded in 2004 with the goal of serving as a point of connection for groups and individuals in the Boston area who are concerned with issues of international development and global justice. Through connecting with each other locally, individuals and organizations of all types can have a greater impact globally.

Specifically, BNID aims to:

  • Increase student engagement and awareness of international development
  • Foster connection and collaboration among professionals, students, and others passionate about international development
  • Serve as a comprehensive clearinghouse for jobs, events, and organizations in Greater Boston
  • Create an accessible point of entry into the international development community

Why Join?

BNID provides a wide range of opportunities to engage the Greater Boston international development community.

Individuals have access to:

  • Networking and educational events which connect professionals, students, and others to discuss topics of common concern.
  • A biweekly newsletter sent to 7,000+ subscribers that contains curated job openings, events, blog posts, and more.
  • Website and social media platforms which include:
    • A calendar of Boston-area events related to international development
    • jobs board with entry-level to senior leadership career opportunities
    • A directory of Boston-area organizations working in the international development sector

International development organizations and institutions can join our membership program, which brings together organizations from across the Greater Boston area to support deeper connection and exchange. Organizational members receive a wide range of benefits, including:

  • Networking opportunities with international development organizations and professionals
  • Unlimited job and event postings on our website
  • Professional development opportunities for staff/volunteers
  • Roundtable discussions and webinars on current events
  • And more!

Universities and colleges can join our AID in HigherEd program, which offers:

  • Virtual events (webinars, workshops, networking events, skill-building opportunities, etc.) featuring experienced international development practitioners with sector-specific advice on career advancement and skills/resources to be more competitive in the job market.
  • In-person networking events to strengthen connections between students and the international development community in Greater Boston.

Please feel free to email us at info@bnid.org if you are interested in partnering with BNID, or have ideas about how we may better serve you!

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