Institute of Development Studies

The Institute of Development Studies (IDS) is a global research and learning organisation for

equitable and sustainable change. In partnership with the University of Sussex, IDS is ranked first in

the world for development studies by the QS University Rankings 2021. IDS is also ranked best

international development policy think tank on the 2020 Go-To Think tank index. We believe

passionately that cutting-edge research, knowledge and mutual learning are crucial in shaping the

transformations needed to reduce inequalities, accelerate sustainability, and build more inclusive and

secure societies.