Development anthropology refers to the application of a body of anthropological knowledge to the field of development studies. It focuses on international development and international aid.
Development anthropology refers to the social action made by different agencies (institutions, businesses, enterprises, states and volunteers) who are trying to modify the economic, technical, political and social life of a given place in the world. It is an applied practice to improve the economic well-being of the most marginalized, and to eliminate poverty.