AST Digital Magazine March 2016 | Page 7

1 2 Volume 2 About Creative Associate International Creative Associates International supports communities in the transition from conflict to peace by sharing expertise and experience in citizen security, education, economic growth, governance and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has active projects in more than 25 countries. Since 1977, it has worked in nearly 90 countries and on almost every continent. Recognized for its ability to work rapidly, flexibly and effectively in conflictaffected environments, Creative is committed to generating long-term sustainable solutions to complex development problems. Started by four enterprising women with diverse backgrounds, Creative has grown to become one of the leaders among the U.S. private sector implementers of global development projects. Creative is minority o