This strategy builds on the firm foundations laid since our establishment in 2008, aligns to the 2015 UK Aid Strategy and the UN Global Goals (formerly the Sustainable Development Goals), and provides the necessary flexibility to respond to the rapidly evolving world in which we operate.
This report explores the role that funders play throughout the research lifecycle to select & build partnerships. Seven in-depth case studies exemplify the range of programmes & structures used.
This report provides insight from international development research funders and a menu of activities to pick-and-choose from to maximise competition, collaboration and impact.
In this report we identify five key trends that will drive change in the research for development landscape over the coming decade, based on interviews and research.
Do you want to use your skills and knowledge to help tackle the world’s toughest global development challenges? Explore our researcher hub for case studies, top tips and information on funding.
We provide an overview of the latest research for international development funding opportunities in the UK: ranging from major initiatives to small research grants, workshop and travel grants, prizes and awards, and individual fellowships and studentships.
We hold events throughout the year, both independently and jointly with UKCDR members. We also promote events on behalf of our members that are of interest to the research for international development sector.
UKCDR has supported International Development Funders Group by developing a set of draft principles and best practice guidance on safeguarding in the specific context of international development research.
Research is the pursuit of knowledge. It allows us to hone decision-making skills in a constantly evolving world. However, humanitarian organisations often operate reactively...
To showcase existing research partnerships and explore the potential for new innovative interdisciplinary collaborations, UK and Kenya hosted a research symposium on ‘Healthy Cities, Housing and Sustainable Infrastructure’ in Nairobi in May 2019. This report represents the collective views of the participants and the opportunities for impact that were identified.