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Research and Resources
IDRC's 2010 Corporate DVD

Discover IDRC and its publications: full-text e-books, annual report, research results, and information on how to apply for funding. Order your free copy today.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-117043-201-1-DO_TOPIC

IDRC through the eyes of others
A new survey takes the pulse of IDRC’s partners and reveals how they see us.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-134664-201-1-DO_TOPIC

Video: IDRC President on food security in India

David Malone offers reasons and remedies for rising food prices in India during his presentation at the research foundation founded by M.S. Swaminathan, the architect of India’s green revolution.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-136216-201-1-DO_TOPIC

Challenging the myth: A new vision for Canada in the world
The results of a national consultation process show that Canadians have cast aside the idea of Canada as the world’s peacekeeper. Instead they are calling for a new role on the world stage.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-136309-201-1-DO_TOPIC


Feature Articles
Young China scholars poverty research network: A bridge linking China and Canada
Canada’s IDRC, in partnership with CIGI, has helped to build a pioneering research network on poverty and inequality in China. Young Chinese economists, assisted by respected senior scholars, are exploring new frontiers of applied research in China and helping to inform public policy discussions.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-135654-201-1-DO_TOPIC

Finding local paths toward democracy and peace

The international community has devoted extensive resources to promoting “peacebuilding” and “democratization."  A new IDRC research initiative examines how greater attention to local contexts can give more concrete form to those abstract goals.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-136063-201-1-DO_TOPIC

Swords into ploughshares: IDRC supports a new kind of peace process

Canada is proud of its long tradition of international peacekeeping. Now, with help from IDRC, this country is taking the lead in international peacebuilding.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-136284-201-1-DO_TOPIC


Next Generation of Researchers: Awardee Profile
Emily Taylor — Canada
Emily Taylor's research on the connections between biological diversity, national laws, and traditional indigenous practices led her from politicians’ offices in Lima, Peru, to an agricultural collective in the heart of the Andes.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-136207-201-1-DO_TOPIC


IDRC Books
AGRICULTURE IN URBAN PLANNING
Generating Livelihoods and Food Security

Drawing on original field work in cities across the rapidly urbanizing global South, this book examines the contribution of urban agriculture and city farming to livelihoods and food security.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-133761-201-1-DO_TOPIC


News
Ramesh Thakur — The rise of India
Balsillie School head Ramesh Thakur delivers provocative analysis of India’s economic and political prospects.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-136315-201-1-DO_TOPIC

Distinguished international diplomat Mokhtar Lamani on the future of Iraq
The former ambassador to Iraq for the Arab League discusses the country’s deep divisions during a public talk at IDRC.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-136196-201-1-DO_TOPIC

Movers and shakers: David M. Malone
The International Journal profiles the life of IDRC President David Malone - from his childhood abroad to his work at IDRC.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-136035-201-1-DO_TOPIC

IDRC congratulates Clotilde Fonseca, recognized as
"A leader making a difference"

IDRC partner Clotilde Fonseca was honoured for leadership in advancing education technologies during the presidential inaugural festivities for Barack Obama in Washington DC.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-136040-201-1-DO_TOPIC

IDRC in the News — February 2009
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-136077-201-1-DO_TOPIC


Competitions and Career Opportunities
IDRC Doctoral Research Awards

Deadline: NEXT COMPETITION: April 1, 2011. 
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-23374-201-1-DO_TOPIC

Canadian Window on International Development Awards

Deadline: NEXT COMPETITION: April 1, 2011. 
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-23376-201-1-DO_TOPIC

Careers
Current job postings, IDRC's Code of Conduct, and salary scales.
http://www.idrc.ca/en/ev-26272-201-1-DO_TOPIC



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