Providing research and knowledge for more equitable and sustainable societies
IDS Strategy 2026 - 35
Our new strategy outlines the steps we will take to advance research, knowledge and partnerships that build just and sustainable economies and societies in an era of uncertainty.
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Opinions
12 May 2026
Amid several initiatives to reset the agenda and forge new global partnerships for development cooperation, we need to remember what was learned in the past and reorientate towards the agendas and needs of people living in poverty or who are marginalised and disempowered. Citizens want and deserve an active role in developing their own futures.…
Peter Taylor, Brigitte Rohwerder
Opinions
05 May 2026
Aya Abou Ghalyoum
What does IDS do?
IDS is at the forefront of international 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 international 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.
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Institute of Development Studies
19 May 2026
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