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
18 May 2026
This month appears to be all about trying to chart a new direction for global development cooperation. After the OECD’s Future of Development Cooperation conference, which took place in Paris last week, tomorrow we will have the Global Partnerships Conference co-hosted by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). They come at a pivotal…
Anuradha Joshi
Opinions
15 May 2026
Jing Gu
Opinions
14 May 2026
Mick Moore
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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