Video Collection Read short descriptions of more than 50 videos chronicling IDRC projects and the work of researchers in the South. Organized by subject.
View this slideshow to learn the inspiring story of Lacor — the hospital and beacon of hope created by Lucille Teasdale, Piero Corti, and many dedicated Ugandans.
As IDRC's Regional Office for South Asia and China celebrates its 25th anniversary, some of the region's most respected thinkers talk about their impressions of the Centre.
A unique research initiative supported by IDRC is inspiring Brazilian youth to rise to the challenge of helping to shape their future. Watch the video.
A remarkable group of eminent people — human rights defenders, policymakers, former politicians, and academics – speak candidly about the role that donor countries can (and cannot) play in supporting democracy abroad in these video excerpts.
IDRC, through its Urban Poverty and Environment (UPE), and Rural Poverty and Environment (RPE) programs, is matching innovative solutions to food security challenges around the world. To better understand the issues of food security and hunger, view the slideshow.
A general look at HIV/AIDS, the impact it is having on household, national, and international levels, and some of the prevention and treatment efforts that are making a difference.
Africa has become the focus of development agendas for governments, development organizations, and donors. A slideshow explains some of the challenges the continent faces, and the gains it has made in recent years.
The broad overview of the discussions tackled during the forum.
Document(s)
Cities: A Slideshow 2006-02-10
The third World Urban Forum (WUF3) takes place 19-23 June 2006 in Vancouver, Canada. To learn more about the world's cities and their unique issues, problems, and solutions, view this slideshow.
Sanitation: A Slideshow 2008-01
The United Nations has declared 2008 the International Year of Sanitation. This slideshow illustrates the economic, social, and health impacts on the daily lives of those lacking access to basic sanitation services. It also outlines the efforts underway to share good practices and accelerate progress.
The WSIS Plan of Action: A Slideshow 2005
At phase I of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS), held in Geneva in December 2003, member states agreed on a Plan of Action to promote the use of information and knowledge for development, and to help countries bridge the digital divide.
Water: A Slideshow 2006-02
IDRC is participating in the 4th World Water Forum 16-22 March 2006 in Mexico City. The importance of water and the current problems surrounding this precious resource are highlighted in this slideshow.
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