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Department of International Development

About the Department

Established in 1990, LSE’s Department of International Development brings together interdisciplinary postgraduate teaching and research to explore the social, environmental, political and economic processes driving development and change around the world.

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Professor Naila Kabeer Named Finalist for Major Open Access Book Prize

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LSE ID’s Dr Myfanwy James quoted in The New York Times on global epidemic responses

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Three ID Colleagues Shortlisted for LSE Impact Prize

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Impact Award

Professor Jean-Paul Faguet contributes to Bolivia’s Agenda 50/50 discussions

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Prof Jean-Paul Faguet

Hunger is a security warning, not a distant tragedy - Professor Stuart Gordon tells LBC News

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Dr Myfanwy James featured in The Continent on Ebola outbreak

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A tribute from Professor David Keen honouring the life and legacy of Professor Tim Allen, former Head of our Department.

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Careers in Action - Alumni Journeys

Discover the inspiring career journeys of LSE International Development alumni and learn how they are addressing complex challenges, driving innovation and creating change in their fields.

How Jude Chisom Erondu pivoted from Development Studies to AI-powered investing

LSE International Development alum Jude Chisom Erondu has built a career spanning sustainable investing, credit analysis, institutional asset management and artificial intelligence.
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Jude was invited to speak as a panellist at a UN SDSN Youth event held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.

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