IDRC: Making a World of Difference

For decades IDRC-supported research has improved the lives of people living in the developing world. Read short project case studies and profiles of IDRC employees who have contributed to our success. Also see background information and facts and figures about development issues and about the countries in which IDRC operates.

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Lighting a fire for change.

IDRC is helping developing countries reduce tobacco consumption and production.

How do you build hope and strength?

IDRC is helping make treatment for AIDS sufferers more effective.

Clear thinking on water.

IDRC water projects are solving complex water problems around the world.

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Research that Matters

These 4-page fact sheets profile IDRC-supported projects and programs, from using handheld computers to improve health care in Africa to integrating agriculture in the urban areas of developing countries.

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Books that Matter

IDRC is the source for free online books on a full range of global development issues, from improving health care to supporting sustainable agriculture to giving women equitable access to economic opportunities.

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