Providing research and knowledge for more equitable and sustainable societies
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News
19 August 2026
How do humanitarian practitioners turn real-world frustrations into research questions? To mark World Humanitarian Day, IDS Research Fellow Philip Proudfoot joined students Romy Massaad and Erry Hakiki for a conversation about humanitarian research, dissertation journeys and what it means to learn from research that is happening right now. The full conversation is a nine minute…
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20 August 2026
Marsha Smith, Elaine Swan, Elise Wach
What does IDS do?
IDS is at the forefront of global development. Working with partners around the world, we are transforming global knowledge to bring about equitable and sustainable societies where everyone, everywhere can live secure, fulfilling lives free from poverty and injustice.
Programmes and Centres
Through our research centres, programmes and projects we are shaping positive change at local, national and global levels.
Partnerships
We work with hundreds of organisations around the world to build understanding of the issues faced by marginalised communities and devise pathways to more equitable societies.
Learning
Our world-class postgraduate and professional development teaching enables individuals and organisations to build the skills and knowledge needed for a more sustainable future.
Postgraduate
Studying at IDS – ranked 1st in the world for Development Studies in partnership with the University of Sussex for 10 years running – is a unique experience. Unlike in more traditional academic settings, you’re surrounded by researchers at the forefront of development, who bring their experiences of working in the field into the classroom.
Professional
Our world-class training and organisational learning programmes enable individuals and organisations to build the skills and knowledge needed for more equitable and sustainable development globally.
Upcoming and past events
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Institute of Development Studies
25 August 2026
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Institute of Development Studies
08 September 2026
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Institute of Development Studies
16 September 2026
