by GDI | Aug 5, 2024 | Uncategorized
As many development practitioners will attest, we’re living through turbulent times. Faced with growing political unrest, dwindling budgets, and a general sense of burnout, development work can feel like an uphill battle at times. To tackle this problem, Natalie...
by GDI | Jul 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
By Dr Louisa Hann Last month, hundreds of development studies scholars arrived at SOAS, University of London to attend the annual Development Studies Association Conference. This year’s theme was ‘Social justice and development in a polarising world’, inspiring a...
by GDI | Jun 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
2024 marks the 200th anniversary of the University of Manchester, spurring both celebration and reflection on the rich history of the University and the talented individuals it has nurtured. To pay tribute to its notable alumni, the University has launched Bicentenary...
by Global Development Institute | Dec 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
Bina Agarwal, Professor of Development Economics and Environment at the Global Development Institute, was recently honoured with the 2023 Kenneth Boulding Award for her contributions to the field of ecological economics. This prestigious award commemorates the work of...
by Global Development Institute | Nov 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
We are delighted that the Simon and Hallsworth Fellowship are now open for applications. The Global Development Institute has a strong track record in these fellowships, and we are keen to support applicants for this year’s awards. We are especially eager to support...
by Global Development Institute | Oct 31, 2023 | Uncategorized
Diana Mitlin and David Hulme It is with the deepest sadness that friends and colleagues of Professor Saleemul Huq OBE at the Global Development Institute, The University of Manchester mark his passing away on 28 October. Saleemul was an outstanding scientist (one of...
