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Covid-19 update from LIDC
LIDC is committed to ensuring the safety of our staff, members and visitors. The outbreak of Covid-19 is unprecedented and developing rapidly. Our response must also be rapid. To minimise the spread of Covid-19 and protect LIDC’s staff, members and visitors, the LIDC office in London is now closed. Staff will be working virtually and…
Read MoreEducation in emergencies: unknowns, evidence gaps and research needs
On Thursday 27 February 2020, LIDC hosted a roundtable panel discussion on the challenges of delivering education to children affected by conflict and crises. The event convened a panel of high-profile speakers from organisations including UNESCO, UNICEF and the World Food Programme, The World Bank, Plan International, the International Committee of the Red Cross and…
Read MoreIs it time we stop worrying about biting off more than we can chew?
Committing to transform food systems in the next century LIDC’s event on the future of food in January generated a lot of attention. From alarm bells of the dire consequences of climate change to enthusiasm about collaborative movements to build a resilient food system. According to the Lancet Commission, improving food systems is as…
Read MoreMental Health is Part of Everything We Do in Development
Mental health is everybody’s business Everyone has mental health, and mental health conditions can affect anyone. This alone should make mental health relevant to all of us working in international development. But dig a little deeper, and you will find the case is even more compelling. The people we are trying to reach with our…
Read MoreChina: Predatory Lender or Development Partner in the Developing World?
All roads lead back to China The ancient Silk Road is experiencing a revival and reinvention through China’s ambitious infrastructure project, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Arguably one of the largest infrastructure plans in history, China’s reach now stretches like tentacles across South Asia to Europe. Founded in 2013, BRI is China’s decades-long scheme…
Read MoreUpdate from our event ‘Beyond Foresight to the Frontier of Food: The Global Food Landscape in 2050’
An audience of over 230 people joined us on the 29th January for LIDC’s and Nature Food’s event: ‘Beyond Foresight to the Frontier of Food: The Global Food Landscape in 2050’. The below distinguished panelists shared their vision for the future of food. Speakers Dr David Nabarro, Strategic Director, 4SD, co-winner of the World Food…
Read MoreSeven facts you didn’t know about the global food landscape
Globally, food systems are facing a number of challenges, from climate change to a projected population of 10 billion people by 2050. Following LIDC and Nature Food’s debate Beyond Foresight to the Frontier of Food: The Global Food Landscape in 2050, we wanted to highlight seven fascinating research stories on the global food landscape. These…
Read MoreAre our current food systems equipped to withstand shocks?
We are rapidly approaching the projected global population of 9.8 billion in 2050. As a result, we began debating the sustainability and effectiveness of current food systems, and strategising new models and policies to prepare. However, years have passed and we remain with more questions than answers. The 2019 State of Food Security and Nutrition…
Read MoreOur Top 10 for 2019
2019 has been a busy and exciting year for LIDC. In no particular order, here are our top 10 highlights! 1) Launch of the UKRI GCRF Action Against Stunting Hub In January, we announced the launch of the UKRI GCRF Action Against Stunting Hub, which LIDC & LSHTM will lead on. It’s a £19.76 million…
Read MoreFour More Development News Stories
A lot has happened in the development world since our September update. Here are three of the most important events in the last few months and a couple of successful development projects for inspiration. 1) COP25 takes place in Spain The meeting of the international community to address climate change takes place as the UN…
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