Institute of Development Studies

We want a more equitable and sustainable world, where people everywhere can live their lives free from poverty and injustice.

Our commitments:

• Upholding climate and environmental justice
• Reducing extreme inequities
• Fostering healthy and fulfilling lives
• Nurturing inclusive, democratic and accountable societies
• We will transform the knowledge, action and leadership needed through our world-class research, learning and teaching.

Our priorities:

• Collaborate across sciences, sectors and communities to do research that brings progressive change
• Build future leadership for development
• Champion the use of evidence for social and environmental justice
• Work with partners to expand international research and mutual learning networks for development
• Create a sustainable, resilient and equitable institution