Paul Haslam

About the Author

Paul Haslam is a scholar and author whose work explores the ideas, institutions, and practical challenges shaping international development. Through clear, accessible analysis, he examines the diverse approaches used to understand development, the roles played by governments, organizations, and communities, and the complex issues that influence policy and practice. His writing helps students, researchers, and engaged readers navigate a multidisciplinary field while connecting theoretical perspectives to real-world conditions. Haslam is the author of Introduction to International Development: Approaches, Actors, Issues, and Practice, a valuable resource for understanding the actors, debates, and methods that define contemporary development studies.