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The Institute of Development Studies will hold its flagship event Recasting Development on 28 January to explore key trends in development for the coming year. Now in its third year, the event offers an opportunity for IDS experts and partners to share their views on where development is heading – and crucially, how development can be…
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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.
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Our world-class postgraduate and professional development teaching enables individuals and organisations to build the skills and knowledge needed for a more sustainable future.
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Studying at IDS 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.
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Upcoming and past events
Upcoming
In-person and online
Institute of Development Studies
28 January 2025
Upcoming 
University of Sussex and the Institute of Development Studies
30 January 2025
Upcoming 
Institute of Development Studies
05 February 2025
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