Across the Middle East and North Africa, local economies are under strain, often relying too heavily on the oil industry. Many countries deplete their natural resources at rates well above sustainable levels. Increased desert areas and food security are major concerns while serious water problems remain unresolved.
Research focus
Like the rest of the developing world, the area is in search of answers — and we’re making advances. For more than 40 years, IDRC has helped researchers and innovators find ways to improve health, reduce poverty, and promote democracy in the area.
Our programming is designed to bring together the right partners for the most impact, in areas such as social and economic policy, the environment, politics and governance, information and communication technologies, and knowledge creation. We are empowering the region to build strong local leadership — both for today and tomorrow.
Regional office
Our regional office coordinates our work in 10 countries and territories in the region.
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Research in action
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Harassmap
In Egypt, researchers are breaking the silence about sexual harassment with HarassMap. With this free online tool, the general public can report incidents of harassment and pinpoint where they occurred.
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