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IDRC's Annual Public Meeting 2010-10
Join us for our Annual Public Meeting to learn more about the lasting impacts of IDRC-supported research as we celebrate our 40th anniversary.
October 26, 2010 from 4:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

New Season of Lectures Begins in September 2009-08
IDRC kicks off its latest round of public talks with sociologist Barbara Ibrahim, African peace and conflict expert Adekeye Adebajo, and Indian policymaker Satyanarayan Pitroda.

Standing Up, Speaking Out: Local Power and Women's Rights 2008-11-13
It was a policy born of a shining promise — that decentralized governments would help empower tens of millions of women in developing countries. But has shifting more power and resources to the local level really improved women’s lives?

2010-12-16 14:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast — A lecture by Marwan Muasher, Redefining Arab moderation

2010-11-29 14:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC Event – Dr Sarmad Hussain: Developing Language Computing Capacity in Asia
In an IDRC public lecture, Sarmad Hussain will explore the language, technology, capacity and policy challenges for local language computing, and share the progress being made towards linguistic diversity in developing Asia. He will argue that any successful ICT intervention requires a commitment to the vernacular.

2010-11-25 9:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast — A lecture by South Africa’s Trevor Manuel, Minister in the Presidency
Social justice, equity, and governance in a rapidly changing world
Anti-apartheid activist Trevor Manuel oversaw Africa’s largest economy for 13 years as South Africa’s Finance Minister. Join us for his lecture at IDRC on November 25, 2010.

2010-11-24 13:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast — A conversation with David Waltner-Toews
Ecohealth in a complex world: policy's holy grail?
Pre-eminent ecohealth researcher David Waltner-Toews will be at the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) to engage in conversation with Jean Lebel, Director of IDRC’s Agriculture and Environment program, about how ecohealth research provides a rich multidisciplinary understanding of the complex factors affecting human health.

2010-10-25 13:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast
A lecture by Amina Ibrahim – Africa Works: Making debt relief work for the poor in Nigeria
Please join us for a lecture by Amina Ibrahim, Senior Special Assistant to the President of Nigeria on the Millennium Development Goals.

2010-10-12 13:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast - A conversation with Helen Clark
Evolving challenges in development
Helen Clark, Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) will be at the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) to engage in a conversation with IDRC president David M. Malone. They will discuss the current challenges in international development, ranging from the global economic crisis to climate change.

2010-10-04 13:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast - A conversation with M S Swaminathan
Sustainable food security in an era of climate change
In conversation with Jean Lebel, Director of the Agriculture and Environment Program, IDRC, Professor M S Swaminathan, father of India’s Green Revolution, will describe how cell phones and the Internet could launch an “evergreen revolution” – one that can feed the world’s population, in perpetuity, without harming the environment.

2010-09-29 13:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast – Author and historian Suzy Castor
Haiti: Learning from history to build a strong nation
Author and historian Suzy Castor will explain why understanding Haiti’s history, from colonialism in the 17th century to the overthrow of dictatorship in 1990, is essential to finding ways of healing the scars of Haitian society. This is also crucial for the country to develop in an inclusive, equitable, sustainable manner.

2010-09-02 15:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus: "Microcredit and social business for a poverty-free world."
Join us for an IDRC public lecture to hear microcredit pioneer Muhammad Yunus.

2010-09-07 18:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast — Author and historian Margaret MacMillan: "New powers and new types of power: Is history any help in understanding the 21st century?"
In a public lecture, acclaimed author and historian Margaret MacMillan will explore how history can help us think about today's world, and about the world of tomorrow.

2010-06-22 11:00 (Ottawa)
Panel discussion: Building the field of development evaluation for the next 10 years — learning across North and South
The International Development Research Centre’s (IDRC) Evaluation Unit and Carleton University are co-hosting a panel on North-South perspectives on development evaluation.

2010-06-11 13:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast
A conversation with Romila Thapar — India's past and present: how history informs contemporary narrative
In conversation with IDRC President David M. Malone, historian Romila Thapar, widely recognized as India's foremost historian (in a highly competitive field) will challenge the colonial interpretations of India’s past, which have created an oversimplified history that has reinforced divisions of race, religion, and caste.

2010-06-03 13:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast
Rima Khalaf Hunaidi: Human development in Arab states — Entrenched hurdles and the road ahead
Rima Khalaf Hunaidi will analyze the internal and external factors that have hindered the development of Arab states.

2010-06-01 13:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event — Joseph Wilson: The economic and governance challenges facing Pakistan
Legal expert Joseph Wilson will provide an overview of the history that has shaped Pakistan’s economic environment and will examine factors that continue to inhibit growth.

2010-05-27 18:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC event and live webcast — Paul Collier: The quest for prosperity versus an ethical approach to nature
British economist Paul Collier will explore the tension between the restoration of the natural order and the fight against poverty, in particular, how the outcome may affect people in the developing world.

2010-05-05 13:30 (Ottawa)
The Potential of Open Development for Canada and Abroad — IDRC Public Panel and Live Webcast
Panelists will examine the possibilities of a more "open" technological future and look at ways to manage the potential risks while harnessing the opportunities for our collective social benefit.

2010-04-30 13:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC Event – Agronomist Namanga Ngongi: “Early signs of a sustainable African green revolution”
In a public lecture, distinguished agronomist Namanga Ngongi will evaluate the promising initial results of Africa’s “green revolution,” including increased access to supplies, finance, and markets, as well as improved production.

2010-04-20 14:00 (Ottawa)
Under fire: Reporting on elections in Iraq
Leading Iraqi reporters and civil society activists share their experiences during last month's national elections in Iraq and will also explore Canada’s potential contributions to building and strengthening independent media in Iraq.

2010-03-22 13:00 (Ottawa)
Eminent scholar Xue Lan: "China's Engagement with Africa — Challenges or Opportunities? For whom?"
Dr Lan will examine China’s aid to Africa in the broad context of the country’s involvement with the continent. He will analyze the evolution of China’s foreign aid policy and its potential for long-term engagement with Africa.

2010-04-08 16:00 (Ottawa)
Ramachandra Guha: Ten reasons why India will not and must not become a superpower
In an IDRC public lecture, renowned Indian historian and biographer Ramachandra Guha will critically explore India’s future on the world stage. Analyzing the deep fault-lines within Indian society, politics, economics, and culture, he suggests that talk of Indian superstardom is highly premature.

2010-03-18 13:30 (Ottawa)
IDRC Lecture – Renowned international fundraiser and author Jon Duschinsky: Philanthropy, Funding Models and Making Change Happen

2010-03-01 14:00 (Ottawa)
IDRC/Forum of Federations Event – Renowned economist Vijay Kelkar: The Recent Evolution of Indian Federalism
Monday, March 1, 2010, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

2010-02-19 14:00 (Ottawa)
Colin Keating: The UN Security Council Today: Implications for Canadian Membership.
Join us for the public lecture by Colin Keating on Friday, February 19, 2010.

2010-02-16 14:00 (Ottawa)
Mats Berdal: Building Peace After War – A Critical Assessment of International Peacebuilding from Cambodia to Afghanistan
Join us for the lecture by Mats Berdal on Tuesday, February 16, 2010.

2010-02-03 19:00 (Ottawa)
2009 World Food Prize Laureate Urges Renewed Commitment to Agricultural Research
Please join us on February 3 for the talk by Gebisa Ejeta, "Revitalizing Agricultural Research for Global Food Security."

2010-02-04 9:00 (Ottawa)
Africa's New Frontier: Innovation. Technology. Prosperity.
How is Africa overcoming its well-publicized challenges and emerging stronger than ever? Access audio, video, and PowerPoints of the sessions from this dynamic conference that drew some of the continent's brightest minds.

2009-11-30 14:00 (Ottawa)
Rethinking Western Policy Towards Burma: Current Developments and Options for the Future — Historian and Former UN Official Thant Myint-U
Join IDRC at a public lecture where writer, historian, and former United Nations official Thant Myint-U will argue for a fresh approach to Burma's problems.

2009-11-19 14:00 (Ottawa)
International security expert Sir Adam Roberts: The Civilian in Modern War
In an IDRC public lecture, renowned international security expert Sir Adam Roberts will consider the changing roles and perceptions of civilians caught in the crossfire. He will examine the laws of war and the role of the United Nations, and argue that the protection of civilians is likely to remain an important aspect of international attempts to limit the effects of war.

2009-11-02 16:00 (Ottawa)
The India Lectures: In Conversation with Dynamic Essayist, Journalist, and Novelist Pankaj Mishra
Mishra will speak on India in the World at Canada’s International Development Research Centre (IDRC). This final instalment of The India Lectures will be a special presentation held in collaboration with The Ottawa International Writers Festival.

2009-10-21 13:00 (Ottawa)
International law expert Simon Chesterman: Should We Rebuild Failed States? Can We?
Simon Chesterman, professor of law at New York University and the National University of Singapore, will consider the past and future of efforts to build or rebuild institutions of the state in fragile and conflict-affected countries. He will focus on the difficulty of balancing the need for local ownership against the imperatives that led to foreign intervention in the first place.

2009-10-15 13:00 (Ottawa)
Michael Doyle on Human Rights, Self-Determination and Military Intervention
Canada’s International Development Research Centre (IDRC) in collaboration with The Norman Paterson School of International Affairs (NPSIA) are please to invite you to a presentation by Michael Doyle on Human Rights, Self-Determination and Military Intervention

2009-10-27 15:30 (Ottawa)
IDRC: 2009 Annual Public Meeting
Members of the IDRC Board of Governors, including The Honourable Barbara McDougall (Chairman), David Malone (President), and long-serving Governor Francisco Sagasti, will be on hand to present IDRC’s work and answer questions.

2009-10-05 9:00 (Ottawa)
Official Launch of the 2009 Human Development Report
The 2009 Human Development Report explores migration and how underlying inequalities follow people as they move within and beyond borders. IDRC hosts the report's launch on October 5.

2009-09-23 18:00 (Ottawa)
Nobel Laureates Discuss Communication and Human Development
Nobel Laureates Amartya Sen and Michael Spence joined information and communication technology (ICT) experts to discuss the role of communication and ICTs in human development, growth, and poverty reduction at the Harvard Forum.

2009-09-16 13:00 (Ottawa)
The India Lectures: Inventor, Entrepreneur, and Policymaker Sam Pitroda on Higher Education in India
On September 16 Pitroda will discuss challenges faced by the Indian higher education sector and explore how India can create a knowledge economy.

2009-09-08 13:00 (Ottawa)
International relations expert Adekeye Adebajo on Africa and the United Nations
African peace and conflict expert Adekeye Adebajo will explore the United Nations’ role in Africa and launch his new book, From Global Apartheid to Global Village: Africa and the United Nations

2009-09-03 13:00 (Ottawa)
Barbara Ibrahim — Arab Philanthropy and Social Investing in a Global Context

2009-06-26 13:00 (Ottawa)
Neil Turok — Helping Africa to Self-Sufficiency: How to Build Math, Science, and Innovation Across the Continent
Public lecture at IDRC on Friday, June 26, 2009 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

2009-06-09 9:00 (Ottawa)
Commonwealth Secretariat Head Kamalesh Sharma on Evolving Global Development Challenges
IDRC is pleased to host a public lecture by Kamalesh Sharma, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth Secretariat, on his inaugural visit to Canada on June 9, 2009.

2009-06-03 9:00 (Ottawa)
GhostNet: a Cyber Espionage Network
Canadian researchers recently uncovered a vast cyber spying network that stole information from government and NGO offices in 103 countries. Join IDRC at a public presentation by the lead investigators who will discuss the urgent need for a new approach to information security.

2009-06-05 13:00 (Ottawa)
Bruce Jones — Managing Global Insecurity in the Era of Obama
International security expert Bruce Jones speaks on the management of global security and US President Barack Obama's foreign policy at a public lecture on June 5.

2009-06-10 9:15 (Ottawa)
Investing in Innovation: Lessons from Brazil, China, and India
Join IDRC at a panel during the International Economic Forum of the Americas to hear how investment in research, science, and technology can create jobs, improve productivity, and ease hardship for millions of the world's poorest people.

2009-06-29 13:00 (Ottawa)
The India Lectures: Delhi High Court Judge Madan B. Lokur on the Human Implications of Judicial Reforms

2009-06-10 13:00 (Ottawa)
The India Lectures: Eminent Economist Rajiv Kumar on India's Possible Role in Evolving Global Governance
Dr. Rajiv Kumar will discuss whether the G-20 can emerge as an effective forum for global governance, as well as India’s possible role in the G-20 process or in other fora.

2009-05-21 9:00 (Ottawa)
Book Launch: African Women and ICTs: Investigating Technology, Gender and Empowerment

2009-06-19 13:00 (Ottawa)
The India Lectures: Indian Public Service Commissioner Shashi Uban Tripathi on the potential of young people in India
Shashi Tripathi will reflect on the dramatic shift in attention toward young people in modern India.

2009-05-22 13:00 (Ottawa)
The India Lectures: Renowned Economist Suman K. Bery on the Indian Economy, the Global Financial System, and the G20
In his presentation "India, Global Finance and the G-20: What lessons, what agenda?" Bery will discuss India’s economic growth and resiliency in the context of the world economy.

2009-04-09 13:00 (Ottawa)
The India Lectures: Security expert Stephen P. Cohen on India-Pakistan relations

2009-04-02 13:00 (Ottawa)
India Lecture: Anand Giridharadas, Columnist, International Herald Tribune
Anand Giridharadas, columnist for the International Herald Tribune, has written on India's economic and social transformation, Bollywood, mergers and acquisitions, terrorism, outsourcing, U.S.-India relations, poverty and democracy

2009-03-27 13:00 (Ottawa)
The India Lectures: C.V. Madhukar, Expert on India's Parliament
C.V. Madhukar is the Director of PRS Legislative Research - an initiative that seeks to make the legislative process in India better informed, more transparent, and participatory

2009-03-18 14:00 (Ottawa)
Sixth India Lecture: Distinguished economist Isher Judge Ahluwalia presents her outlook for India
Dr Isher Judge Ahluwalia, one of India’s foremost economists, is Chairperson of the Board of Governors of the highly regarded Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER). She is an influential scholar, researcher, policy analyst, and writer, who has been deeply involved in advising successive Indian governments on policy issues.

2009-03-06 13:00 (Ottawa)
International Women’s Day Event
In celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD), the International Development Research Centre is hosting a half-day event in Ottawa. The IWD event is being led by IDRC’s Women’s Rights and Citizenship (WRC) program in collaboration with the Research for Health Equity (RHE) program. This event will build on IDRC’s participation in the 53rd session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).