IDS aims to bring about lasting change through research work, teaching and connecting evidence to policy and practice.
Explore our work through six themes which show how our work is tackling complex societal challenges.
Social and economic justice
Our research partnerships examine how to tackle deeply entrenched inequalities that lead to social and economic injustices.
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Climate and environment
Climate and environmental changes are unfolding at an unprecedented rate around the world. Our research analyses the impacts of increasing drought and famine, rising temperatures…
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Governance and conflict
Our work in governance and conflict examines how citizens can be represented and governed fairly, as well as the impact of conflict and protracted crises…
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Health and food systems
We undertake research and policy engagement that shows how systems can be transformed to support people everywhere to lead healthier, well-nourished and more fulfilling lives.
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Participation
Participation is a right held by all people to engage in society and in the decisions that impact their lives. Power differences affect people’s ability…
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Evidence into use
Understanding and advancing how evidence can be used to inform decisions to improve people’s lives is a crucial priority for IDS.
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