Development Studies Association

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UK to cut climate aid to developing countries by 14% to £2bn a year in ‘refocus’ buff.ly/ZS3DDH1

Why does studying global development and international relations often feel stuck in the past? ✨ New paper urges a shift beyond stereotypes towards a fuller understanding of Africa. Cynthia Kamwengo (@Newnham_College) & @RadleyBen (@CDS_Bath) Read more: buff.ly/eLkpxLr

Have you been involved in a large-grant research centre and would like to discuss and contribute new thinking on how we can ensure truly transformative research? Come to our discussion on 5 March. All welcome. buff.ly/VnTzePQ

How are public views on aid changing? @DevEngageLab explores shifting attitudes and what they mean for development communicators. buff.ly/IwhSDob

Are you a DSA member? Come to our ECR-hosted shut up and write sessions. The aim is to get two hours of solid writing done alongside DSA peers with a little bit of time for networking, peer accountability and general moral support. 📅 27 March 💻 Online buff.ly/RIXR6b0

Make a difference in the lives of people affected by conflict: The MSc Conflict, Security and Development at the @EdinburghUni explores the relationship between conflict and development and prepares students for careers in security and development. buff.ly/2A3yfbw

A very important report gathering voices who must be heard, including brilliant colleague’s Sara Njeri @SOASDevelopment @EADI @IAFFE

📌What if we could reimagine from the ground up? Join us for a book talk with @PSutoris (@UniLeeds), as he explores new ways of thinking about global development in a time of climate crisis, deepening inequality, and rapid global change. We are excited to welcome Kathryn Nwajiaku-Dahou (@ODI_Global) as discussant for a dynamic conversation, chaired by @nomhossain (@SOAS). 📅 19 March 2026 🕔 5pm 📍 SWLT, @SOAS Register here: shorturl.at/J3iRw

📣 #DSA2026 is coming! Early bird registration opens soon!! Join a global community to explore Reimagining Development: Power, Agency & Futures in an Uncertain World. 🌍 Hybrid: online + @ucddublin Stay tuned 👀 buff.ly/cU5U1lk

Our sector is constantly changing. The UK government is considering the future of one of the bodies responsible for reviewing UK aid spending. @SarahChampionMP spoke at a recent @CGDev event on how aid should be scrutinised. buff.ly/fgH97K1

🇰🇭 Cambodian–Thai 🇹🇭 culture clashes in the digital age. @wicidwarwick #PhD candidate and cross-border community researchers explore the online conflict between Cambodia and Thailand in a new report and #OpenAccess paper. Read more: buff.ly/dVTJ1fJ

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Management of UK aid budget not always based on clear priorities or value for money, says @icai_uk buff.ly/OObSChh

📣 A call-out to Heads of Centres and Doctoral groups What happens when doctoral students complete and receive their award? @OU_CSGD has a short 5 minute survey. Results will be shared through DSA networks. Complete now: buff.ly/mF0c7yA

📢 @CommonsIDC call for evidence Inquiry on the FCDO’s approach to higher education & research partnerships in development, including potential shifts amid a reduced aid budget. ⏰ Submit by 15 April buff.ly/yoY9jPd

✨ @Deepanshu_1810 shares insights on visual ethnography as a research method, drawing on his book The Practice of Visual Ethnography: Examining Identity and Lived Experiences of Marginalised Communities. All @wicidwarwick news: buff.ly/G3qkvpa

A new DSA report, Advancing Racial Equity in Development Studies, offers the most honest account of what racially minoritised ECRs experience within Development Studies today - with clarity about where our practice misses the mark of our intention. buff.ly/M8diRMh

How effective is UK aid in tackling violence against women and girls? @icai_uk are inviting contributions to a new review. Find out more: buff.ly/davQIvE

🏆 OU and LSE claim DSA Dissertation prizes 🏆 ✨ Richard Naughton from @IntDev_OU is the 2026 winner of the DSA Masters Dissertation Prize. ✨ Elena Lovera from @LSE_ID was highly commended. Read more: buff.ly/XteGnzS

Why research on disability and inequality must include people with disabilities, by Betty Mulavi on @bondngo buff.ly/Blt7Wna