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Four global development news stories you need to know about
At LIDC, we’re always on the lookout for the most interesting news, innovations and research in international development. Here’s our pick of the latest developments to keep an eye on. 1) Brexit: how will it impact on international development goals? There could be far-reaching consequences for international development in the event of a no-deal Brexit.…
Read MoreFive Inspirational People Shaping Humanitarian Research
On 19th of August, World Humanitarian Day recognises humanitarian workers and those who have given their lives to humanitarian causes worldwide. To mark this occasion, we have decided to highlight five exceptional researchers from our member institutions who have made significant contributions to humanitarian studies. 1) Professor Jonathan Goodhand, SOAS University of London Professor Jonathan…
Read MoreBig Data and Development: New opportunities and new threats
The term ‘Big Data’ refers to the troves of data that the world’s population creates thanks to its ever growing use of electronic devices such as computers and mobile phones. These devices record transactions, movements and communications, among many other forms of information. These may be analysed computationally to reveal patterns, trends, and associations, especially…
Read MoreHow Can Climate Change Education Help Achieve Sustainable Development?
Human activity is rapidly causing permanent change to the Earth’s climate. However, improving education on climate change is an effective way to combat this issue. What is Climate Change Education (CCE)? Small changes to the Earth’s climate are a natural occurrence. Yet, the planet is presently warming at an unprecedented rate due to human activity.…
Read MoreTackling the Rise of Childhood Stunting in Africa: High-level Parliamentary Roundtable
On 3 July, LIDC and the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Africa (APPG for Africa) jointly held a high-level parliamentary roundtable on tackling the rise of child stunting in Africa. The event took place in the IPU room at the Houses of Parliament with over 40 participants. Pauline Latham OBE, MP and Vice-Chair of the APPG…
Read More‘Decolonisation Dilemmas: Challenges for University Leadership’ with Dr. Max Price
On 26 May, we were delighted to host a special lecture with Max Price, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Town (UCT) between 2008 – 2018. In his lecture, Max Price explored how university leadership could react to and learn from crises. During his tenure, the ‘Rhodes Must Fall’ student protests took place, which concerned…
Read MoreClimate refugees: undefined and unprotected
As millions of people have to migrate because of the effects of climate change, their status remains uncertain. International Law does not address so-called ‘climate refugees’ or ‘climate migrants’, leaving them unprotected. Tens of millions at risk Climate change causes sudden natural disasters like droughts and floods. It also provokes slow-onset environmental degradation such as…
Read MoreResistance to change? Re-framing policy in the global fight against AMR
A challenge without borders A drug-resistant superbug can travel from one side of the globe to another in the time taken for an unwitting passenger to take an international flight. For this reason, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) presents a challenge without borders, threatening all citizens globally. Drug-resistant diseases currently claim an estimated 700,000 lives each year.…
Read MoreBecome an NGO member of LIDC
Since our inception in 2008, LIDC has deeply valued its strong and fruitful relationships with non-government organisations around the world. As such, we are delighted to announce that non-government organisations can join LIDC as members for a fee of £350 per year. NGO members will receive the following benefits: Join world-leading research teams NGO members…
Read MoreWhy the Current Conflict in Libya Needs Attention
It is no secret that the North African state of Libya has faced immense instability in recent years. Lately, there has been increasing concern that the new wave of conflict in its capital of Tripoli could trigger not only a humanitarian crisis, but also a new wave of migration. 2011 LIBYAN CIVIL WAR AND ITS…
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