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IDS is a leading institute on international development providing research and knowledge for equitable and sustainable societies. Follow us to know about our research, partnerships, and learning.

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This year at #COP30, IDS is at the heart of conversations to centre the rights of communities on the frontlines of green energy transition. Join us for an event at IDS and listen to our speakers live from COP30 👇

12 November 2025
13:00–14:30 UK Time

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IDS at COP30 – Centring Indigenous people's rights in the climate conversation - Institute of Development Studies
During COP30, IDS is co-hosting a side event on The Central Role of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities in Just Energy Transitions
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This year at #COP30, IDS is at the heart of conversations to centre the rights of communities on the frontlines of green energy transition. Join us for an event at IDS and listen to our speakers live from COP30 👇

12 November 2025
13:00–14:30 UK Time

https://ids.pulse.ly/ht0xwhtor9
IDS at COP30 – Centring Indigenous people's rights in the climate conversation - Institute of Development Studies
During COP30, IDS is co-hosting a side event on The Central Role of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities in Just Energy Transitions
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November 10, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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Congratulations to IDS researcher Ian Scoones and partners for being awarded 8m euro grant from @erc.europa.eu 👇https://www.ids.ac.uk/news/prof-ian-scoones-in-team-winning-e8m-grant-for-research-sustainable-planet/
November 6, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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Deadline extended!

Are you a US-based public health academic working on issues of health equity? If your work is under threat, the Sanctuary for Health Justice initiative at IDS could help.

You now have until 30 November to apply 👇
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#PublicHealth #HealthEquity
November 6, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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The relationships between climate change and land issues are complex. Ahead of #COP30, IDS fellow Ian Scoones argues we must confront who controls land and support approaches that restore ecosystems and strengthen local communities. 👇

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Climate change and land: Why COP30 must go beyond false solutions? - Institute of Development Studies
climate finance that’s needed for real solutions. climate finance that’s needed for real solutions at COP30
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November 5, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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Live from #COP30 Voices from the front lines of energy transitions.

This event brings together voices from marginalised front-line territories on how to construct more just energy futures.

Wed 12 Nov | 10:00 to 11:30 (Brazil) 13:00 to 14:30 (UK).

Book now: https://ids.pulse.ly/z5iw1hdqsl
November 3, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Join us for this #SussexDev Lecture with renowned Indian scholar @surajyengde.bsky.social for a lecture and discussion on his new book #Caste a Global Story.

Thursday 4 November at 4pm. At IDS and online.

Book your place here: https://ids.pulse.ly/ebtdfm4zmh
October 30, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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What has led to Madagascar’s political crisis?

Find out about the historical roots of recent events and the role of 'Gen Z Mada' 👇

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#Madagascar
Cycles of crises or currents of change? Malagasy politics at a crossroads - Institute of Development Studies
After weeks of mounting demonstrations in Madagascar, Gen Z Mada social movement has mobilised to bring about change.
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October 30, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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A new IDC report on the FCDO's approach to value for money in ODA raises important concerns on the lack of transparency and accountability and an unclear definition of value for money.

Read the full report 👇
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Assessing Value, Ensuring Impact: The FCDO's Approach to Value for Money in Official Development Assistance
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October 29, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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'...when land concentration continues to intensify and livelihoods are constrained, gaining access to land remains crucial important in many parts of the world.'

Read the latest blog post from IDS researcher Ian Scoones on the importance of land redistribution 👇

https://ids.pulse.ly/dmohlmymi4
Why land redistribution must be central to human flourishing in an era of extreme inequality - Institute of Development Studies
Land redistribution is not the flavour of the month. Many see it as impossible, an idealistic position more suited to the 1950s and 60s. Yet in an era of extreme inequality, when land concentration continues to intensify and livelihoods are constrained, gaining access to land remains crucial importa...
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October 26, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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Governments need to focus on local practical delivery, and people focused mechanisms, including dignity to deliver more effective social assistance in crisis contexts, experts explain in a new episode of the IDS #podcast.🎙️

Listen on your favourite podcast provider:https://ids.pulse.ly/re0njrdkld
October 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Event!

Join the @foodequitycentre.bsky.social on 6 November for a fascinating insight into the work of the Global Alliance Against Hunger & Poverty.
foodequitycentre.bsky.social Food Equity Centre @foodequitycentre.bsky.social · 21d
Launched in 2024, the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty is playing a crucial role in the fight against hunger and poverty. How is it using evidence to inform policy?

Join the Food Equity Centre and the Instituto de Pesquisa Econômica Aplicada to find out:

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Text-based graphic which says "Equity-driven evidence for policymaking; Food Equity Centre in conversation with the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty. 6 November 2025 | 13:30-15:00 (UK time), online on Zoom" The FEC and IPEA logos are bottom left
October 21, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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Countries including the United States, South Africa and the UK have all been experiencing declining voter turnout 🗳️⬇️ but is compulsory voting the answer?

Recent IDS student Haddy Sowe provides analysis for our series on Resisting Democratic Decline 👇

https://ids.pulse.ly/0e4voqisnr
Compulsory voting: A remedy or ruse for democracy? - Institute of Development Studies
The debate over compulsory voting boils down to a trade-off between participation and liberty.
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October 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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How can public and private actors collaborate effectively on #climate adaptation?

This report by Keir MacDonald from @ids.ac.uk explores governance models that balance accountability and equity to build resilience in the face of climate risks.

Read here 👇

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Governance Arrangements for Public-Private Collaboration in Climate Adaptation
This report explores the impacts of private sector partnership in climate adaptation, and effective accompanying governance structures.
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October 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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We're excited to share that IDS researcher Anabel Marin is a speaker at UNCTAD’s Global Commodities Forum on Wednesday 22 October at the Palais des Nations, Geneva.

More info and links to register here https://un.pulse.ly/kxpmpyjafi

#UNCTAD16
16th session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
The sixteenth session of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD 16) will bring together Heads of State and Government, ministers and other prominent players from the business world, civil society and academia to tackle global trade and economic development issues. The quadrennial Conference will also decide on UNCTAD’s programme of work. Please note that participation in the Conference is open to all accredited stakeholders and is free of charge. Unfortunately, UNCTAD...
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October 20, 2025 at 10:36 AM
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In Madagascar, thousands of Gen Z protestors have been on the streets.

Précieux G. Rajaofera, lawyer and recent IDS student uses his research findings to help us understand why these protests occurred, and how to prevent future unrest.

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https://ids.pulse.ly/l550sbhdsh
Madagascar’s generation of fire: How state failures fuelled an uprising - Institute of Development Studies
Thousands of young people protested chronic power and water shortages across Madagascar, after long-term state failures.
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October 18, 2025 at 8:59 AM
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US researchers working on health justice are under attack.

In response, IDS launches the new Sanctuary for Health Justice initiative, offering the opportunity to temporarily relocate to the UK.

Apply now!

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IDS offers sanctuary to US health researchers amid academic restrictions - Institute of Development Studies
American academics facing threats to their work on health equities can apply to temporarily relocate to the UK to continue their research, in a new initiative announced today. The Sanctuary for Health Justice, set up by the Institute of Development Studies, provides US researchers with an open and w...
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October 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Over 150 people joined a powerful roundtable on community-led humanitarian aid, hosted by the European Union & IDS.

Speakers from EU ECHO, UNOCHA & @newhumanitarian.bsky.social called for faster, fairer aid through real partnerships. “It’s about human beings, not just aid.” – Patrick Gathara
October 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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On #WorldFoodDay, IDS research fellow Lidia Cabral and others explain a new way of building resilience in food systems
October 16, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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Hunger is a crime in South Africa. Who are the criminals?

Stephen Devereux of the Food Equity Centre and Mark Heywood identify the accused as the state, supermarkets and privately owned corporate food producers ⬇️

#WorldFoodDay
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Only with united citizen action can the promise of World Food Day be achieved in South Africa, a country with more food than it needs, and more hungry people than is morally or constitutionally acceptable.
Hunger is a crime in SA! Who are the criminals?
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October 16, 2025 at 7:56 AM
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Social protection programmes can strengthen the agency of #RuralWomen

Studies show that when women have control over resources, equal pay, and access to skills training, social protection becomes a tool for empowerment.

Read here 👇
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Pathways to Increase Rural Women’s Agency Within Social Protection Programmes
This report reviews how social protection programmes can address various dimensions of poverty and wellbeing that rural women face.
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October 15, 2025 at 8:19 AM
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🌍 On #DisasterRiskReduction Day, we’re highlighting how people with disabilities are often overlooked in conflict and natural-hazard-related disasters planning.

New blog explores why inclusive disaster risk reduction is vital, especially in conflict-affected regions.

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Conflict, disasters, and disability inclusive disaster risk reduction - Institute of Development Studies
Natural-hazard related disasters continue to have a heavy toll globally, with marginalised groups, like people with disabilities, disproportionally affected. As we observe International Day for Disast...
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October 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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In 2016, Gambian women led a democratic revolution, organising, mobilising, and demanding change.

Read IDS alum Haddy Sowe’s blog on how women shaped The Gambia’s future - https://ids.pulse.ly/mfsqbyswkk
Women at the heart of The Gambia’s democratic transition - Institute of Development Studies
Role of women in citizens came together and voted out Yahya Jammeh in Gambia and women played an important role
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October 13, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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Why do people in England don't vote in local elections?

In this blog, IDS student explains this is because of a lack of knowledge on the local government’s work remit, and lack of belief in changing a political process 👇

https://ids.pulse.ly/nl7kj2lcm1
Low turnout at local elections in England: why it matters and how to improve it - Institute of Development Studies
To improve turnout at local elections, more knowledge of local government's remit is essential.
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October 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Decade Zero: The fight for justice for people and planet.

Join us for the our #SussexDev Lecture with Asad Rehman, Chief Executive of @friends-earth.bsky.social

📅Tuesday 21 October
🕐16:00 to 17:30.

@https://sussex.pulse.ly/ksnqjanoqp

Book your place at: https://ids.pulse.ly/wod2ympsea
October 6, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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Mexico's wage policy lifted 13 million people out of poverty in six years.

Read more from IDS PhD student @josemoralesv.bsky.social
"Progressive agendas must bring material well-being back to the centre."👇

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Lessons from Mexico’s wage policy that lifted millions out of poverty - Institute of Development Studies
Mexico’s poverty rate revealed a historic achievement: poverty fell by 12 percentage points in only 6 years
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October 2, 2025 at 2:11 PM