Policy to Practice

Research. Action. Impact.

The Institute for Development Action and Studies (IDAS) is a public charitable institution working across research, education, training and development initiatives to contribute to inclusive and sustainable development.

Our Institutional Philosophy

RESEARCH

Discover and understand

ACTION

Apply knowledge and build capability

IMPACT

Create meaningful change

Research & Knowledge

Research, studies, assessments and knowledge generation to understand development challenges and inform action.

Education & Capacity Building

Education, training, skill development and capacity-building initiatives for individuals, communities and institutions.

Our Core Competencies

Partnerships & Collaborations

Development & Social Impact

Community development, livelihoods, social welfare and initiatives supporting inclusive development.

Meaningful collaborations with governments, universities, intergovernmental organizations, civil society, businesses and CSR partners to advance shared development goals.