International development is concerned with complex global problems such as climate change, urbanisation, poverty and migration. International development actors worldwide are becoming aware that seemingly simple solutions might have short-term, localised effects, but often create more drastic problems in the long run. Solutions that look good at first sight often reproduce effects similar to those that they were meant to counteract. Over time, this leaves many people disillusioned and doubtful that real change might be possible. Why do so many seemingly great ideas never alter what really matters to us?
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