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14 October 2026
Applications are now open for an initiative which offers the opportunity for US-based academics facing threats to their work on health equity to come to the Institute of Development Studies for an 18-week residency beginning in March 2027. The Sanctuary for Health Justice, an initiative created by IDS Fellow Dr. Erica Nelson, provides US researchers…
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16 October 2026
Verity Hobbs
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.
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Green Room. FAO headquarters, Rome, Italy.
21 October 2026
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Institute of Development Studies
22 October 2026
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Institute of Development Studies
23 October 2026