This space is for contributors to blog about the seminar series and other relevant resources, initiatives, events and experiences. Contributors are also welcome to submit ‘think-pieces’ about any aspect of the series theme: evidence and the politics of participation in academic-INGO research partnerships for international development. If you have would like to contribute a blog post or discuss an idea for a post, please contact Jude Fransman (jude.fransman@open.ac.uk)