It is long overdue for the international development process to be centered in the communities being targeted for activity. Making Development Local is the product of decades of work and research. The principles you will see here have been tested in the Dominican Republic, Central Africa, and Southeast Asia. Meeting together leaders from all aspects of a community have the opportunity to consider the characteristics of a strong community and how to take on the challenges and possibilities before their community. Making Development Local is a tool for development workers and community leaders who wish for local ownership of the development process.