Through its support of African Institute for Mathematical Sciences next Einstein initiative (AIMS-NEI), the Government of Canada and IDRC, and the United Kingdom Department for International Development (DFID) have demonstrated their leadership in
Mumbai, not unlike many cities in the developing world, has undergone extensive urbanization in recent years. These rapid processes are not without complexities, and create stark contrasts among the different communities brought together.
Research from Central and East Africa shows that, despite facing engrained gender barriers, women are important participants in the economic activity surrounding artisanal and small-scale mining, and some are forging new economic pathways.
In recent years, a number of randomized evaluations have been carried out to investigate the promotion of savings interventions.
This brief shares findings from the research with an aim to inform policy responses by decision-makers in SSA working on women’s empowerment, governance, and democratic institutions.
This initial consultation explored options for the implementation of a research agenda aimed at better understanding the impact of open data.
Reducing child undernutrition is a global development goal. To move towards this goal, a better understanding of the determinants of adverse nutritional outcomes such as stunted growth or being underweight is helpful.
Enhancing women’s labor force participation is an important way to promote women's empowerment and improve their well-being and the well-being of their children.
In April 2013 project leaders from the Exploring the Emerging Impacts of Open Data in Developing Countries (ODDC) research network gathered in London for a two-¬day network meeting.