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Focus Areas

International Development

Results-driven international development solutions for a more prosperous, safe, secure, and resilient world

Our international development efforts improve the human condition through proven solutions that drive economic growth, improve health outcomes, and advance global stability.

Our International Development Advantage

RTI International is both a global research institute and a leading international development organization. We promote peace and prosperity by forging partnerships for economic prosperity, regional health, and agricultural innovation around the world. These programs and research strengthen international relationships while stabilizing communities.  

Our trusted approach—working with clients, partners, and the private sector—delivers effective and efficient programs that produce a measurable return on investment. 

RTI's International Development Solutions

Economic Growth Solutions

Our multi-sectoral efforts have contributed to economic growth in the countries where we operate. By integrating economic opportunity with energy, food security, education, and other sectors, RTI drives holistic growth solutions that help lower- and middle-income countries achieve long-term prosperity.  

Learn about RTI’s economic growth solutions

Regional Health Systems Strengthening

Health is a mainstay of RTI’s more than 65 years of improving the human condition. Specializing in areas such as emerging infectious diseases, chronic disease prevention, and maternal and child health, our partnerships strengthen health systems and improve countless lives.  

Read about RTI’s efforts to eliminate neglected tropical diseases around the world

Agricultural Development & Food Security

Working with local partners to empower all actors in the agricultural market, we promote a comprehensive approach to improve food security and nutrition. Thanks to our work, smallholder farmers see their incomes rise, consumers can choose safer and more nutritious food, and agricultural businesses benefit from modernization. Our expertise in public-private partnerships helps make all of this not only possible, but sustainable for long-term impact. 

Learn about RTI's agricultural development solutions.

Who We Partner With

  • Government Agencies
  • Multilateral Donors and International Government Agencies
  • Non-Governmental Organizations
  • Foundations
  • Colleges and Universities
  • Industry and Commercial Enterprises