Danish Development Research Network

Did you know that Latin America is becoming less studied in Denmark? “It’s very difficult to get additional funding”, and when it is related only to Latin America, it is ‘virtually impossible’."-Malayna Raftopoulos. Learn more: ddrn.dk/14401/ #DDRN #research #globalsouth

Did you know that brain plasticity can be linked to mental illnesses such as depression? Learn more at DDRN with researcher Hiram Tendilla Beltran from Puebla, Mexico! ddrn.dk/14265/ #DDRN #globalsouth #research #mexico #mentalhealthawareness #brainplasticity

“The sea remains a mystery and protecting it is one of the ways we can protect our survival in this climate crisis" - Adela Opazo in an interview with Marta Apablaza at ddrn.dk/14128/ #DDRN #research #globalsouth #losmolles #MarineConservation

Food for thought from DDRN: "Capacity building, to me, is a rather problematic and outdated concept. It represents a preconceived concept about who has the capacity to build other peoples’ capacity." -Lisa Ann Richey, CBS #DDRN #research #globalsouth #northsouth #CBS

Being born a “Small Vulnerable Newborn” (SVN) is a health risk that extends far beyond the initial stages of life. Christos Vlasakidis explores the term with the help of professor Nanna Maaløe through her experience in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. #DDRN #research #globalsouth #SVN

Southern right whales are getting thinner and waiting longer to reproduce. In an interview with Christos Vlasakidis, Dr. Fredrik Christiansen stresses the importance of involving coastal communities in marine conservation efforts #DDRN #Globalsouth #research #marineconservation

In the Maasai Mara in Kenya, research collaborations are working to develop the area to support wildlife & indigenous lifestyles. Asger Røjle Christensen explores how capacity building is addressing the impact of fencing in the region. #ddrn #research #globalsouth #Kenya

E-waste is one of the fastest growing waste forms, with Europe producing the most e-waste per capita! Joel Agbesinyale explores if e-waste legislation in Ghana can help address shortcomings in international waste management #DDRN #research #globalsouth #ewaste #legislation #Ghana

In Chile, businesses and projects form an ecosystem of circular economy, led by women leaders & entrepreneurs. Marta Apablaza highlights these grassroots ventures by interviewing the women behind them ddrn.dk/13765/ #DDRN #globalsouth #circulareconomy #womenentrepreneurs

A movement within development studies is gaining momentum, as researchers from the South reclaim agency. "It’s decolonization in practice" says Anne Mette Kjær, in an interview with Asger Røjle Christensen. ddrn.dk/13703/ #DDRN #GlobalSouth #decolonize #partnerships

In 2022, soaring prices in Ecuador led to a national strike. UPS was a haven for protestors, families & kids. Lise Josefsen Hermann tells the story of the strike & the tradition of universities as allies. ddrn.dk/13646/ #DDRN #globalsouth #Ecuador #CONAIE #universities

One leg in research & another in business; Bjørn K. Jensen talks about drawing from both camps towards improving water supply & treatment beyond Danish borders, in an interview with Asger Røjle Christensen. ddrn.dk/13588/ #DDRN #globalsouth #watertechnology #development

Migrants & academics blend art & research in ‘Transforming Migration through the Arts’. “We do research through art” says associate professor Diana Gonzalez Martin in an interview with Asger Roejle Christensen ddrn.dk/13509/ #DDRN #globalsouth #decolonize #art #migrants

Young locals from NW Africa often go to the heart of the action to cover the news. Dr. Heidi Bojsen, part of a network investigating how this news spread, shares insights in an interview by Asger Røjle Christensen ddrn.dk/13456/ #DDRN #globalsouth #medialiteracy #locals

The field of development studies evolves rapidly but also invites criticisms. Interviewed by Asger Røjle Christensen, prof. emeritus Laurids Lauridsen highlights the need for ‘polycentric’ development research ddrn.dk/13416/ #DDRN #development #aid #research #globalsouth

Corporations are key sustainability players and the EU requires that they report on their environmental impact. Federica Sasdelli explores the directive & contrasts 2 cases: Sweden & the Czech Republic ddrn.dk/13331/ #DDRN #corporate #environmental #responsibility #SDGs

Companies play a big part in sustainability, especially when they expand globally. Federica Sasdelli interviews Prof. Toloue Miandar on corporate social responsibility & global supply chains. ddrn.dk/13227/ #DDRN #globalsouth #corporate #responsibility #supplychain

Chile's copper mining industry is a large part of the countries economy. In her article, Marta Apablaza dives into the issue of water consumption by the industry and what is being done to address it. ddrn.dk/13028/ #DDRN #globalsouth #water #cleanwater #copper #mining

In Tungurahua in Ecuador, 40% of children suffer from malnutrition. Local mothers have organised to support each other. Lise Josefsen Hermann talks to local doctors and mothers about their experiences, struggles, and needs. ddrn.dk/13080/ #DDRN #GlobalSouth #Malnutrition

International law can conflict with the realities of the Global South. Asger Roejle Christensen interviews professor Morten Broberg on how small changes in legislation can improve the lives of citizens in these countries. ddrn.dk/13116/ #DDRN #GlobalSouth #Legislation